Overland Expo Mountain West 2026 was one for the books and not simply because of the record high temperatures we saw throughout the weekend. Despite it being a scorcher, the overlanding community came out in a huge way to support the foundation at the booth all weekend, by participating in the raffle on Saturday, and by bringing your kids to the RC Kids Adventure Course!
Over $13,000 Raised to Support Veterans, public lands, and overlanding kids
The Saturday Night Raffle was an amazing success, raising over $13,000 that goes directly to fund public land access, veterans programs, and kids off-road education. This is the second largest amount ever raised at a Mountain West event!
This year’s raffle featured an incredible lineup of donated prizes, including a Gazelle T4 tent, Nokian Tires, and an AEV gift certificate, along with many other products generously donated by companies that believe in giving back to the overland community.
To every sponsor who donated a prize and every attendee who purchased a raffle ticket—thank you. Your support directly helps turn our mission into meaningful action.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Responsible Adventurers
One of the highlights of every Overland Expo is seeing young explorers get excited about caring for the outdoors. This year, the course was front and center near the foundation booth and we had the most children participate for this event!
This year, 61 kids participated in our RC course, where they learned the Overland Responsibly principles while navigating fun obstacles and discovering how small actions can make a big difference in protecting the places we all love to explore.
Watching families stop by the Foundation booth and seeing kids proudly complete the course continues to be one of the most rewarding parts of every event.
Leaving the Venue Better Than We Found It
Stewardship has always been at the heart of the Foundation’s mission, and our volunteers once again demonstrated what that commitment looks like in action.
Thankfully, the grounds at The Ranch Event Center required little clean up after Overland Expo Mountain West. Our team of volunteers made quick work of walking the venue to pick up micro-trash like zip ties, wrappers, and business cards. Our quick sweep of the venue keeps these items from ending up in our nearby forests and grasslands.
To each volunteer who gave their time, energy, and enthusiasm throughout the weekend: thank you. Your efforts made a visible impact.
Thank You, Overland Expo Mountain West
None of this would be possible without our incredible volunteers, generous sponsors, exhibitors, and every person who stopped by the Foundation booth, participated in our activities, or purchased a raffle ticket.
Because of your support, we’re able to continue investing in projects that protect public lands, educate future adventurers, and strengthen the overland community for years to come.
Thank you for making Overland Expo MW 2026 another memorable event. We look forward to seeing you at our next stop and continuing to make a positive impact—together.
More Ways to get involved!
Look for the Overland Expo Foundation booth at ALL FIVE Overland Expo events in 2026; stop by the booth (blue tent next to the Oasis) and purchase your raffle tickets for the Saturday evening raffle. At each event, hundreds of exhibitors donate merchandise from their shelves to benefit the efforts of the Foundation at the raffle, and the prizes are truly overwhelming.
All raffle ticket proceeds go directly to the Overland Expo Foundation and support organizations and individuals who help protect and advance the overland community domestically and around the world.
See all of the great work being done by past recipients at: overlandexpofoundation.org/news-projects.
Interested in getting involved with the Foundation as a volunteer? We still have volunteer opportunities available at Mountain West, and East. Apply today!
The Overland Expo Foundation is a 501(c)(3) and all donations are tax-deductible. Make a donation today so future generations can continue to explore and experience the beautiful wild spaces we enjoy today.