Spark Change.
For almost 100 years, we've hosted immersive Southwestern treks that foster independence, curiosity and a profound connection to the outdoors. When you donate to Cottonwood Gulch, you’re fueling a legacy of outdoor education that empowers young people to explore boldly, think critically, and grow with purpose. Your gift helps us keep treks accessible, support our incredible staff, and steward the land we’ve called home for nearly 100 years. Join us in shaping the next generation of environmental leaders, scientists, artists, and changemakers. Every dollar makes a difference and is greatly appreciated.
Ways to Give
Scholarship Fund
With your support, nearly a third of our summer trekkers receive a scholarship for 10%-90% of the tuition. To indicate that you would like your donation to go toward scholarships, choose "General Scholarship" or another named scholarship in the "Fund" field below
School Programs
Cottonwood Gulch partners with over 20 schools and community organizations to get students in New Mexico outside. To ensure that your donation is used to help low income schools participate in our programs, choose "School Programs, General" in the "Fund" field below.
Our Endowment
In 2001, we created an endowment to invest funds from donors who wanted to ensure Cottonwood Gulch programming for youth for decades to come. If you would like your donation to support our endowment specifically, choose "Gulch Endowment" in the "Fund" field below. For more information, contact Development Director Carrie Dalrymple at carrie.dalrymple@cottonwoodgulch.org.
General Operating Support
Unrestricted general operating support gives Cottonwood Gulch the flexibility to use your donation wherever it is needed most. To ensure your donation is unrestricted, choose "General Operating" in the "Fund" field below.
Stock and Securities
Cottonwood Gulch can accept your donation of stock shares to help us create outdoor adventures for young people. For instructions on how to donate stock, click here.
