About Chris’s Purpose
Established in the name of Chris McCandless, who’s journey around the US has inspired many, Chris’s Purpose is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to helping mothers and children in need.
The adventurous spirit of Christopher Johnson McCandless remains as powerful as ever. The fact that you have clicked into this website is the result of the connective power of Chris’s tireless pursuit — experiencing the most remote corners of God’s creation. You may not realize it, but if you purchased the books “Into The Wild,” “Back to The Wild” or watched the “Into The Wild” film, you have helped to improve the lives of women and children who have fallen on hard times. This is “Chris’s Purpose.” Welcome to the Christopher Johnson McCandless Memorial Fund, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
Help us give a hand up to those in need.
Our Mission
Funded by the sales of the books and film over the past decade, Chris’s Purpose supports a core of largely faith-based nonprofits featuring programs to help women and children create and maintain better lives for themselves. The McCandless’ take a very hands-on approach when working with their beneficiaries, ensuring their funds are directed at programs that produce results within organizations of utmost integrity.
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Our Projects
For over ten years we have been donating to faith-based 501(c)3 non-profit organizations that share our values and missions. We take a hands on approach to make sure the organizations we support are making a lasting impact on the individuals we seek to support.
Contact Us
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