Mission
Brave Trails is a national non-profit organization dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth leadership. We offer accredited summer camps, backpacking trips, family camps, mental health services, meet-up groups, and year-round leadership programming. Our programs focus on helping LGBTQ+ youth find their people, place, and passion.
Basic Information
Founded in
2014
EIN
46-4530883
Total Assets
$3.601 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Camp Brave Trails
An inspiring leadership camp for LGBTQ youth, blending traditional camp activities with a safe space for identity exploration.
Mental Health Program
Providing queer-focused mental health services for youth and families.
Brave Spaces Meet Up
Year-round in-person and virtual meet-ups for LGBTQ youth to connect with peers and mentors.
Impact Stats
Weeks of Camp
Overnight Leadership Camp
Provided 7 weeks of leadership camp in California and New York.
Campers Served
Number of Campers
Served over 350 campers from 38 states and 6 countries.
Amount of Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
Awarded over $130K in financial assistance to campers in need.
Our Programs
Camp Brave Trails
An overnight camp focusing on leadership development specifically for LGBTQ youth aged 12-17.
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LGBTQ+ Family Camp
A camp designed for LGBTQ families to build community and create lasting memories.
Learn MoreMental Health Program
Providing tailored mental health services specifically for LGBTQ youth and their caregivers.
Learn MoreBackpacking Trips
Backpacking trips designed to empower LGBTQ youth through outdoor adventure and community building.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
67
76
/100
Program Expense Ratio
85.77%
18
/20
Program Revenue Growth
189.86%
20
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.07465
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
2.927
16
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 2.035M | 68.66% |
| Program Services | 837.3K | 28.25% |
| Investment Income | 3.839K | 0.13% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 2.964M | 100.00% |