Building Foundations. Changing Futures.
We’re a Colorado local nonprofit creating lasting impact through education, safe shelter, and holistic wellbeing — starting in Cambodia.
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Why are we starting with Cambodia?
“ Travel isn’t just about where we go. It’s about what we build together. For me, that started in Cambodia…” — Lachlan Quintana, Founder
My first trip to Cambodia was in 2016, on a goodwill mission to build a house for a family who lost theirs in a monsoon. What I thought would be one project turned into the beginning of something much bigger.
I returned not long after — this time not just for service, but to explore more of this country that had captured my heart. On that trip, I asked the most important question of my life and proposed to my now wife.
Two more journeys followed. On one, I went back to see the community where I had first built. On the other, I spent a full month working with a team that develops homes, improves water access, and strengthens family life through intentional building.
And now, nearly a decade later, we’re preparing for Trip #5: Cambodia 2025 — our first official Outpost Expedition. This is where our nonprofit takes its first step, not as outsiders, but as friends returning to a place that continues to teach us what it means to show up and build what lasts.
Who is Outpost?
Outpost Community Foundation is a Colorado-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit born from one simple truth: lasting change begins with presence.
What started with two friends, one guy from Colorado and one Cambodian has grown into a global vision — to help under-resourced communities thrive through education, safe shelter, and holistic wellbeing.
We don’t believe in quick fixes or voluntourism. We believe in intentional travel, long-term partnerships, and projects designed with local leaders so communities grow stronger long after we leave.
Our Mission
”To build lasting foundations by empowering communities through education, safe shelter, and holistic wellbeing — fostering resilience, dignity, and sustainable growth worldwide.”
Our Vision
”A world where every community has the resources, knowledge, and safe spaces to thrive — built by people who choose to show up and stay present.”
Our Pillars: Foundations That Last
At Outpost, everything we build rests on three core pillars. Each one strengthens the others, creating communities that don’t just survive — they thrive.
Education Foundations
Knowledge is the first foundation. We support literacy programs, health education, and community learning spaces that equip people with the tools to lead their own futures. A single book can open a world. A single classroom can shape a generation.
Shelter & Safety
Every community deserves safe places to gather, grow, and call home. We invest in sustainable construction projects, safe shelters, and partnerships with local builders that ensure dignity and resilience for families and neighborhoods.
Health & Wellbeing
Thriving communities need more than walls and books — they need wellness. We promote physical, mental, and community health initiatives that prioritize prevention, connection, and holistic care.
Together, these three pillars create strong foundations for thriving communities — in Cambodia and across the world.
Current Project: Cambodia 2025
From a single library to a lifelong foundation.
In October 2025, Outpost Community Foundation returns to Cambodia for our fifth trip — but this time, it’s more than personal. It’s official. It’s the beginning of our nonprofit’s mission to build lasting foundations through education, shelter, and wellbeing.
Our first project: revitalizing a rural community library.
Why libraries? Because education is the first foundation. A book is more than a story — it’s a doorway to opportunity, dignity, and independence.
What we’ll do: Paint, restore, and re-stock the library with hundreds of new resources; create safe reading spaces for children; and collaborate with teachers to expand learning opportunities.
Who we serve: Local students, families, and teachers who will use this library every day, long after we’ve gone.
Who we build with: Cambodian leaders like Phally Yan, who guide every step to ensure the project reflects the community’s needs.
This isn’t a one-time build. It’s the first stone in a foundation we’ll keep strengthening every year — side by side with the communities we serve.
How You Can Help
Your presence matters.
Whether you give, travel, or tell stories with us, every action strengthens the foundation we’re building together.
Donate
Fuel our projects with a one-time gift or monthly support through the Founders Circle. Monthly donors are the heartbeat of Outpost — sustaining libraries, shelters, and wellness initiatives year-round.
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Partner
Are you a brand, business, or creative storyteller who believes in purpose-driven work? Partner with Outpost to amplify stories, sponsor projects, or collaborate on global impact campaigns.
Travel With Us
Outpost Expeditions are more than trips. They’re immersive journeys where you work side-by-side with local leaders to build libraries, safe spaces, and stronger communities. Your presence creates impact that lasts long after you return home.
Fundraise
Turn your community into a force for good. From birthday campaigns to peer-to-peer challenges, you can help raise the resources that build schools, shelters, and futures. Our team will give you everything you need to get started.
→ Fundraising Campaigns Coming 2026
Impact & Transparency
We believe in being clear from day one: Outpost is just beginning. Our first official project — revitalizing a rural library in Cambodia — launches in October 2025.
That means we don’t yet have stats to show you from past Outpost projects. But we do have a clear plan for how we’ll measure impact and share it openly with our community:
Education → How many students gain access to new books and resources.
Shelter → How many safe spaces we restore or build with local leaders.
Health & Wellbeing → How many families benefit from workshops and community wellness initiatives.
As soon as our Cambodia 2025 expedition is complete, you’ll see real numbers, stories, and photos right here. No hidden data, no vague promises.
Our Transparency Promise:
Outpost is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Colorado.
Every dollar given is tracked and reported.
Annual reports will be published and accessible online.
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Join the Journey
Our Flagship Project will take place here in Phnom Penh, Cambodia in the Trapeang Anhchanh Community