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our purpose
Veterans struggle with unique challenges while facing personal and systemic barriers to getting the support they need. This has led to an epidemic of veteran mental health issues. The DoD estimates 456,293 service members were diagnosed with at least one mental health condition between 2016 and 2022. We engage with this challenge by providing opportunities for veterans to improve their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing through adventure and service in the outdoors.
ways to support
Donate. Financial donations allow us to fund excursions for veterans that aren't otherwise able to afford it. In addition to financial donations, donations of services and products are appreciated for our events and fundraisers.
Participate. Opportunities to volunteer will be posted on our contributions page.
Donate. Financial donations allow us to fund excursions for veterans that aren't otherwise able to afford it. In addition to financial donations, donations of services and products are appreciated for our events and fundraisers.
Participate. Opportunities to volunteer will be posted on our events page.
about
Send Me Outdoors is a veteran focused 501c3 non-profit organization.
Throughout the Special Operations community, the phrase “Send Me” invokes a special passion. It originates from a biblical prophet, who, when hearing of a need, responded
“Here am I. Send me!”
Throughout their military careers service members say: “Send Me!” over and over again, whether for deployments, training, or moving across the world. Although they normally return, sometimes they do not – at least not entirely. They leave remnants of their minds and bodies around the world in both a literal and physical sense. Service members are now retiring after twenty years of service, all of which was spent on a wartime footing. We are exhausted physically and mentally, yet still when the opportunity arises, we are the first to say, “Send Me!”
The mission of Send Me Outdoors is to provide opportunities for military and first responders veterans and their families to develop strong social connections while enhancing their social, physical, mental, and emotional well-being through acts of service and activities in an outdoor setting. Our members know firsthand how important it is to stay connected and active through service and outdoor adventure. We work together to do better and be better.
Many veterans struggle with finding purpose in their post-military lives, and we believe SMO and partner organizations can help bridge these gaps. Veterans face many challenges, and we know from experience that the best solution to those problems often comes from a peer or mentor who has “been there and done that.” Our initiatives give those who have served opportunities to rest, communicate, develop trusting relationships, and build camaraderie with both fellow SMO members and the community.
"RALLY AT THE CAMPFIRE!" and see what we are all about!
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Financial donations allow us to provide benefit to more veterans and fund excursions for those that would otherwise be unable to afford wellness resources and activities such as those provided by Send Me Outdoors.
We are especially grateful for our sponsors, whose recurring support helps us better forecast funds available for expeditions and events.
We are a Veteran focused charitable organization incorporated in the State of South Carolina with an IRS 501(c)(3) approved tax exempt status. Your contributions may be tax exempt.
501(c)(3)
charitable
organization
Send Me Outdoors is a charitable organization incorporated in the State of South Carolina. We are an IRS approved tax exempt 501(c)(3) organization. All donations may be tax deductible. We are led by a board of directors which is supported by an advisory committee.
While we advocate for wellness we do not provide medical or mental health care services. All content on this site is intended only to inform and educate; viewers should seek medical and mental heath care from certified professionals.
Please contact us for more information.
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