Explore Austin

Name: Explore Austin
Address: 1211 W. 6th Street Ste. 600 PMB 184, Austin, TX, 78703, US
Telephone: +15123208899
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Nonprofit, est. 2006: Free outdoor programs & mentorship for youth from economically disadvantaged communities. Visit us at exploreaustin.org

Are you interested in changing the lives of underserved youth, as well as your own?

10/19/2026

🎉 WE DID IT! 🎉

Our Trailblazer peer-to-peer fundraising campaign set a goal of $45,000, and thanks to our incredible community, we raised $53,070 — that's 118% of our goal! 🥾 🧡

A huge THANK YOU to the Explore Austin Mentors, Board members, Trip Leaders, Committee members and supporters who rallied their networks, fundraised on our behalf, and donated to make this campaign a success. Your generosity and enthusiasm help us empower Austin youth through six years of outdoor adventure, mentorship, and personal growth.

This is what happens when our community comes together for a cause that matters. We're so grateful to have you on this journey with us!

Here's to going further, reaching higher, and changing more lives together! ⛰️🧡

10/14/2026

🌟 QUEST FOR THE SUMMIT 2027 FLASH SALE*
➡️ Individual tickets - use code ADVENTURE80 for $80 OFF full-priced tickets
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*Coupon codes are valid through 10/18/2026 at 11:59 pm

QUEST FOR THE SUMMIT 〰️ Thurs, April 22, 2027 〰️ 6:00-9:00 pm 〰️ AT&T Hotel & Conference Center
Quest for the Summit is back for the 18th year! Join us for a delightful evening of camaraderie, inspiration and generosity, all in support of Explore Austin’s youth. Silent and live auctions, seated dinner, libations and stories from our Mentors and Explorers await you!

10/13/2026

🏆 The winners are in! Congratulations to all the winners and nominees for Austin Business Journal's "Best CEO" Awards, including Explore Austin's CEO, Kathleen Lyons Schneeman. Eleven top executives of the 80 finalists earned awards at a ceremony that took place at the W Austin Hotel downtown last week.

See the list of winners and nominees here 👉 https://ow.ly/P3Zs50ZWX5q

10/12/2026

Congratulations to longtime Explore Austin supporters Susan and Gary Farmer on being recognized as the Philanthropic Honorees at Helping Hand Home for Children's Champions for Children Awards Luncheon! 💙

Their generosity and commitment to Austin-area nonprofits making a difference in the lives of children are truly inspiring. We’re grateful to have Susan and Gary as part of the Explore Austin community and celebrate the meaningful impact they continue to make across our city.

Pictured: Explore Austin CEO Kathleen Lyons Schneeman (right) with Gary Farmer at the luncheon.

10/09/2026

🔊 STAFF UPDATES 👉 Please join us in welcoming our newest staff member and in congratulating the following staff members on their promotions:

🌱 Welcome, Victoria Flores! As the newest member of our team, Victoria joins us as our Development Specialist, bringing over eight years of experience in content strategy, stakeholder communications, and customer relationship management administration to the role.

🏔️ Congratulations, Anitra Edwards! Anitra has been promoted to Program Director after joining Explore Austin as a Program Manager in 2022, and then serving as the Interim Program Director for much of this year.

📣 Congratulations, Claire Spera! Claire has been promoted to Communications Director after joining the team in 2023 as Communications Manager.

🥾 Congratulations, Laura Detke! Laura is stepping into the role of Fractional Chief of Staff. She brings a unique perspective to the role as she's been involved with the organization for many years already as a former Board member and Board Chair, as well as a one-time staff member.

10/06/2026

Get to know our two newest Board members 👉 https://ow.ly/ZBab50ZUyGj

🌟 Lauren Dwyer is the Director of Marketing & Community Relations at Benchmark Bank - Austin, where she leads marketing, events, sponsorships and community engagement while helping grow the bank through relationship-driven business development.

🌟 Brandon Easterling is a Partner at Stillwater Capital Investments and has supported Explore Austin as a donor since its early days. He's currently also a member of the organization’s Capital Campaign Committee, helping raise the funds needed for Explore Austin’s new permanent headquarters that will open in 2027.

Join us in welcoming Lauren and Brandon to the Explore Austin Board of Directors! We are grateful for their willingness to serve and excited for the experience, energy, and perspective they will bring to the organization as Explore Austin concludes its 20th anniversary year and looks toward an even bigger future!

10/05/2026

☕️🌮 What a way to kick off the morning!

Our Explore Austin community came together for our annual Fall Breakfast—and “community” really means **everyone.** From corporate partners and donors to current and former Mentors, Trip Leaders, Board members, Advisory Council members, volunteers, and other supporters, the room was FULL (standing room only!) of people who believe in the power of adventure, mentorship, and opportunity. 🧡

Attendees heard from ’26 Explorer Alum Mariana Rodriguez, now a freshman at The University of Texas at Austin studying journalism. Mariana shared how her six years in the program as an Explorer shaped her, and why she has chosen to stay connected to the Explore Austin community, now as a paid Trip Leader. Her story was a powerful reminder that the impact of this program doesn’t end when an Explorer graduates. 🥾🎓

Board Chair Scott Phillips and CEO Kathleen Lyons Schneeman also shared updates on exciting things ahead, including construction progress on our new headquarters and Explore Austin’s 10-year vision for the future.

Big things are happening, and we’re so grateful to have this incredible community along for the journey. Here’s to the next 10 years of adventure! 🏕️⛰️

10/01/2026

🌟 Campaign Extended Through Sun, October 18 👉 https://ow.ly/hZbC50ZTL9e

With a $15,000 campaign match generously provided by Wendy & Jay Papasan and Lisa & Brad Garner, it's never been easier to double your impact on the youth we serve.

There's $10,000 left in matching funds; get started with fundraising today (it's not too late!) or simply make a gift to the campaign for twice the impact!

09/30/2026

🔊 Big news! Explore Austin CEO Kathleen Lyons Schneeman has been named a nominee for Austin Business Journal's annual "Best CEO" Awards. She's in good company among 88 other executives who have been named finalists.

🤝 A huge congratulations to all the nominees, and especially to those at the helm of nonprofits -- we partner with you, we collaborate with you, and we see all the positive effects you have on the local community! Austin Business Journal will honor leaders in 10 categories at its Best CEOs Awards program on October 6, so stay tuned for the winners.

👀 The full listing of nominees is available here: https://ow.ly/k9SJ50ZTjE7

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1211 W. 6th Street Ste. 600 PMB 184
Austin, TX
78703

Telephone

+15123208899

Website

http://www.exploreaustin.org/

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