Our mission is to instill a connection and commitment to the environment in people of all communities through experiential learning. With your support, we will continue to offer scholarships for schools and students and provide environmental education for all ages! Learn more about our work here.

Our online auction will be live on Friday, October 27th. Bidding will close on Friday, November 3rd at 5 pm CT. There are over 100 items to bid on and more will be added throughout the week!

Letter from our Executive Director:

Dear Friend,

We are excited to announce our 7th annual Bids for Kids fundraiser that will be held Sunday, November 5, 2023 at Urban Growler Brewery in St. Paul from 2:00-5:00 pm. We hope to raise $45,000 to support our mission and get more K-12 students into nature at Osprey Wilds.

Every year Osprey Wilds provides life-changing environmental learning experiences to thousands of K-12 students. Today, children spend only 7 minutes outside daily, a shocking unfortunate reality. Statewide, nearly 40% of K-12 students qualify for free and reduced-price meals, meaning many families struggle to fund basic needs. Your support will help us provide programming and provide financial assistance so
more children can attend Osprey Wilds.

We are currently seeking items for our online silent auction that will start on October 27th and close on November 3rd. Our hope is that this event will encourage support from a wider audience. We would be extremely grateful if you would consider donating an item. We request the gift or gifts be $50 value or greater, or multiple smaller items that can be bundled into a basket to increase the value. All items will recognize the source/name of the donated item for public recognition.

We appreciate your consideration in supporting Bids for Kids through a donation.  

Sincerely,
Bryan Wood
Executive Director