Special Event Sponsors

Be open.
Because some communicators are deaf.
Because some visionaries are blind.
Because some movers and shakers are paralyzed.
Because the only true disability is a mind stuck in
the closed position.
At Splore, outdoor adventures are simply the
medium we have chosen to change someone’s
life for the better.
We are committed to
removing any and all
barriers to experiencing the
joy, bonding, and
empowerment that comes
from a meaningful outdoor
trip.
We believe that with
adequate support,
encouragement and
planning, anyone can fall
asleep under the stars, feel
the thrill of the rapids, climb
to the top of a rock wall, and
most importantly, feel loved
and accepted.
“I had a really good day today. I want to help other veterans get
involved with this. Lots of these guys have come down a really
hard road in life, you know? Having a good day like this is just
what they need.”
-Veteran after rock climbing with Splore
Vision:
Regardless of ability, background or income, all people
will have the opportunity to experience the magic of
the outdoors, the dignity of risk, and the spirit of
connectedness.
Mission:
Splore provides life-changing outdoor adventures to
people with disabilities and disadvantages.
“Splore genuinely cares for kids and helps them to learn to
love the outdoors. The connection with the kids creates
amazing things they didn’t think were possible.”
-Mother of a child with Autism
1970s
Recognizing the need for a Utah-based
river outfitter for people with disabilities,
Martha Ham started her own
organization.
1980s
Splore became one of the central nonprofit organizations serving individuals
with disabilities in our community.
1990s
Splore continues to grow, which leads to a
significant increase in the number of
participants.
2000s
Splore moves to a new professional office
building, doubles the size of staff,
increases the number of participants, and
generates high-profile community
partnerships.
2010s
We continue to stay true to our core, our
mission, our heart in order to continue
changing the lives of our clients,
volunteers, staff and community.
Splore’s participants range from 5 to 85
Splore serves veterans, adults with mental illness, teens
with bleeding disorders, children with autism, adults with
developmental disabilities, refugee youth, and many
more!
Splore provided $91,866 in scholarships last year
In 2012, Splore served 2530 clients
Did you know?
90% of adults who are
active in the outdoors
were exposed to outdoor
activities between the
ages of 5 and 18.
White Water Rafting
Colorado & Green Rivers
Outdoor Climbing
Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons
Canoeing
Little Dell & Jordanelle Reservoirs
Jordan River
Green River
Snowshoeing
Millcreek Canyon
East Canyon
Uinta Mountains
Cross-Country Skiing
Millcreek Canyon
East Canyon
Uinta Mountains
“The rock climbing trip was a great experience for my students. A
lot of them were able to conquer some of their fears of height. They
had a great time and learned a lot about communicating with each
other.”
- Special Education Teacher
Rock On! Program
An indoor rock climbing mentorship program designed for children with
disabilities such as Autism Spectrum, Cerebral Palsy and other
developmental disorders.
The EVOLVE Project
The EVOLVE Project provides semester-long career-oriented outdoor
leadership courses for teens ages 16 through 18.
Experience Your Abilities Program (EYAP)
EYAP provides schools, after-school programs and youth groups with an
affordable active outdoor field trip option.
Splore works with some of the nation’s leading corporations to
increase awareness of our services and raise funds for scholarships
and operations. In 2012, more than $56,000 was raised through such
partnerships.
Splore offers its corporate partners a unique opportunity to engage on
a regional and local level with a high impact grassroots nonprofit.
Splore sponsors allow us to do more trips for more people and we
make sure everyone knows about it.
Our team will work with you to develop customized programs to help
you reach your cause marketing and philanthropic goals while
promoting a positive corporate image, building employee morale and
engaging consumers in a cause that is near and dear to them.
Wish List
Title sponsors to provide funding for programs, vital gear
needs and funding for scholarships for participants with
financial needs.
Return on Investment
Logo placement on vehicles, website, social media, etc.,
acknowledgement in local and national media outlets
and rich content (blog posts, reviews, stories, etc.)
Additional creative solutions are always a possibility.
Available Projects
EVOLVE Project
Rock On! Program
Experience Your Abilities Program
Special Event Sponsors
Splore has a variety of special events
throughout the year. Sponsorships and
matching grants are essential to a
successful event.
Gear Sponsors
Splore replaces gear and equipment on a
regular basis. Companies can sponsor the
equipment for any of our trips.
Volunteer Projects
Looking for a meaningful service project
for your employees? We can arrange fun
active service projects with built-in
teambuilding that gives back to Splore.
Janine K. Donald, MPA, Executive Director
Janine is trained in wilderness therapy, adaptive recreation, program
management, and program development. On these fronts, she has
worked for the National Park Service, Outback Therapeutic
Expeditions, Naturalists-at-Large and Splore.
Eric Bonin, Salt Lake Program Manager
Eric is a graduate from Green Mountain College with a degree in
Adventure Recreation. Eric has 13 years of experience teaching skiing,
canoeing, sailing and rock climbing to people of all abilities. Eric is
certified with the American Mountain Guide Association as a singlepitch instructor.
Becky Van Horsen, Moab River Manager
Becky holds a B.A. in Recreation Administration from Humboldt State
University and has over 10 years experience working for and managing
an adaptive river company in Northern California.
Lindsay Malone, Communication Director / Guide
Lindsay is trained in marketing strategy, website development, social
media marketing and adaptive recreation. She brings her enthusiasm
for people and the outdoors together as our resident communication
specialist and still manages to get out on the river regularly.
Carl Champagne, Chair
CEO Data Systems International
Steve Newton, Vice Chair
Private Engineering Consultant
Brad Nielson, Treasurer
Nielson Accounting CPA
Paul Carbone, MD, FAAP
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Utah
Melissa Barbanell
Senior Counsel, Barrick Gold of North America
Hugh Ferguson
Private Contractor
Marette Monson, MSW, MBA
Center for Counseling Excellence
Dave Kadleck
Sales Representative, Wagner Packaging
Dave Shell
Foreman, Basic Precast, Retired
“I have been involved with Splore for four years and have loved
the experience that it offers our kids. They get to challenge
their fears, try something new and realize that they are capable
of so much more than they thought.
Sadly enough many of our kids never get to experience our
beautiful mountains, even though they are just minutes away. I
love that Splore gives them the opportunity to explore our
natural world and everything it has to offer. It really brings out
the kid in our kids!”
-Erin Clark- Social Worker
www.splore.org