CHAMPS CHANGE LIVES
Being a Champion is about more than fundraising - it’s about changing lives.
OB Champs help provide scholarships that make life-changing Outward Bound experiences possible for those who need them most.
When you become a Champion, you open doors for individuals who never imagined this kind of opportunity was within reach.
How you fundraise is up to you! Run a marathon, take on an epic endurance challenge, host a bake sale, shave your head, or get creative with something uniquely you. There are countless ways to make an impact.
You can also raise money in memory of someone special, or to celebrate something meaningful - like your birthday or the anniversary of your own Outward Bound course.
Visit our special Outward Bound Champions platform to get started. Here you will also see what other Champs are up to, and get inspired.
FIND A CHALLENGE EVENT
You can pick one of the hundreds of events on offer, from mud runs to colour runs, marathons to aquathons and multi-sport adventure racing. There is something to challenge you wherever you are in the country.
To see what events are coming up check out the Running Calendar
or Sportzhub.
CREATE YOUR OWN CHALLENGE
Whether you’re hosting an event, taking on a personal goal, or raising money in memory or celebration, all you need to do is set up your fundraising page, share it with family and friends, and start raising money.
Maddy walking the Te Araroa Trail
Holly's Half Marathon
Rory's sea kayaking challenge
Louise doing Coast to Coast
LOOKING FOR IDEAS? TRY ONE OF THESE!
Get Active
Do a 24-hour outdoor challenge (e.g., hike for 24 hours, sleep under the stars for a night)
Summit a peak at sunrise every weekend for a month
Complete 100 km in 10 days – walk, run, bike, or kayak
Cycle the length of your region or country (or a virtual version)
Run a half or full marathon, or sign up for a multisport event like Spring Challenge or Coast to Coast.
Hold an Event
Host a backyard campout challenge — invite friends/family to join and donate
Lead a group hike, meditation session or yoga class with a donation entry
Organise a community clean-up or tree-planting day
Get Creative
Wear your tramping boots every day for a week (even to work!)
Do a cold plunge every day for a week/month
Host a gear swap or second-hand outdoor gear market
Challenge yourself to live out of your pack for a week
Shave your head (for a bold and impactful fundraising moment!)
In Memory or Celebration
Ask for donations in lieu of flowers in memory of a loved one
Dedicate a hike, climb, or paddle to someone you lost or admire
Celebrate your course anniversary with a personal challenge
Ask for donations instead of gifts for birthdays or milestones
FUNDRAISING MILESTONE REWARDS
As if you didn't need another reason to fundraise for Outward Bound, check out the swag you'll receive when you hit these fundraising milestones.
When you set up your fundraiser
We'll send you a cap to help you spread the word!
When you raise $500
We'll send you a stainless steel outward bound drinkbottle #stayhydrated
When you raise $1000
You'll score yourself an exclusive outward bound champion t-shirt
HEAR FROM THE CHAMPIONS THEMSELVES
First time marathoner smashes fundraising goal
Aydhen, Batten 629, completed a Professional course in 2017 and was sponsored by his employer, Fisher and Paykel, as part of their leadership programme. He shares with us why his experience motivated him to get involved in the OB Champion programme.
CONTACT
If you have any questions or need further assistance please don’t hesitate to contact the Outward Bound fundraising team:
Email: fundraising@outwardbound.co.nz
Freephone: 0800 688 927