Partner Spotlight: The Outliers RC — Backing Youth, One Backpack at a Time
Sometimes, a backpack is more than a backpack. It can mean walking into school feeling prepared, included and ready to learn.
That belief drives The Outliers RC, an Ottawa-area registered not-for-profit motorcycle group dedicated to supporting children and families in need by providing backpacks filled with essential school supplies. Founded by two sisters in memory of their brother, the group is guided by a simple principle: it’s all about the children.
Recently, members Willy, Eagle and Hacker rolled into YSB with 20 backpacks for young people supported by our programs. For Willy, a former teacher who had previously worked with YSB, the partnership was a natural fit.
“People are struggling out there that we don’t know about. Each of us sees different parts of the community, and if we work together, then we can actually help more youth and more families in need.”
The Outliers RC began in October 2022. In their first full season in 2023, they delivered just two backpacks. This year, that number has grown to more than 620, with requests continuing to come in.
Their work reflects what they call the “Butterfly Effect”. The idea that one small action can create a much larger impact in someone’s life. By helping ensure young people have the supplies they need for school, The Outliers RC hopes circumstances never stand in the way of educational opportunity.
We’re grateful to Willy, Eagle, Hacker and the entire Outliers RC community for choosing YSB and showing what can happen when a community comes together for youth.
Thank you, Outliers RC, for helping young people start school ready to learn, belong and thrive.