Leadership. Elevating the leadership of adventurers and directing funding to organizations that intentionally sustain, grow and/or heal outdoor leadership.

Social Justice. Emphasizing work that contributes to building a broader movement, prioritizing organizations leading at the interaction of environment and social justice movements. 

Community. Lifting organizations that center on the voices of community members historically and systematically overburdened by climate change, where the organization is building community power and advancing advocacy efforts for long-term impact.