Making a meaningful difference

Inspire Endless Possibilities

For over a century Woodcraft Rangers has guided young people as they explore pathways to purposeful lives. We employ over 1,000 staff members at more than 110 school sites throughout Los Angeles county. When you contribute to Woodcraft Rangers, you help us to evolve and grow before, after, summer and school break programs for 25,000+ students each year.

It is our goal to see that all youth are provided opportunities to explore interests in the arts, sports, STEM, health & wellness, youth leadership, and outdoor education, and discover their passions! Your contribution helps to make this possible.

Success Stories

A safe place

I like Woodcraft Rangers because it is a safe space. Coming to Woodcraft after school always helps me because I can do homework, learn things or just hang out with friends.

Vivian B.

12th grade student

Improving myself

I come to the Woodcraft Rangers program to test myself. The impact I see is improving myself to be a better person.

Berlyn E.

12th grade student

An amazing presence

Woodcraft Rangers is an amazing presence. They support our students’ interests by providing access to clubs and events on our campus and make new experiences available to them right in their community.

Sara Valdez

Physics Teacher, South East High School

Hugely benefitted our students

The presence of Woodcraft Rangers on the campus has hugely benefited our students. Their programs play a vital role in our students’ free time after school – a time when students are vulnerable to the dangers in their community.

Melvin Harris

Assistant Principal, Manual Arts HS Campus

A transformative force

The Woodcraft Rangers after-school program has proven to be a transformative force in our high school. It enriches our students’ lives, fosters personal growth, and cultivates a sense of community that extends beyond the classroom.