Causes: Health, Patient & Family Support

Mission: Our Mission:To improve the quality of life for people with disabilities or significant life challenges through the power of outdoor recreation. We do this by providing a variety of adaptive/inclusive activities such as Kayaking, Cycling, Hiking, Cross Country Skiing, Back Packing, Camping and Sled Hockey. Our Vision:Is a world where everyone, regardless of ability, can experience the beauty and power of nature. Our Values:We provide ACCESS to recreation and public landsWe EMPOWER individuals to meet new challengesWe TRANSFORM lives with self-confidence and self-empowerment

Results: Significant Successes in 2018Served 2215 participants, conducted 172 events/activities, received over 2400 volunteer hours, over 1302 likes on facebook, 16 disabled and at-risk teens experienced Daring Adventures on the San Juan River, promoting understanding of individual differences and healthy risk taking. Received two awards; Impactful Award from the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce and the Business Excellence Non-Profit Award from the City of Phoenix. Moved our headquarters to Telephone Pioneer Park, the First Adaptive park built in the Nation.

Target demographics: young people and adults with disabilities and other life challenges

Direct beneficiaries per year: 2215 participants in 172 activities. Our volunteers provided 2400+ hours throughout the year.

Geographic areas served: Phoenix

Programs: Hiking, Cycling, Cross Country Skiing, White Water Rafting, Family Camping, Back Packing, Sled Hockey, Kayaking. Daring Adventures improves the lives of people with disabilities and other life challenges through the power of outdoor recreation