What does Burners Without Borders focus on?

Rooted in the Burning Man principles, BWB supports initiatives that empower individuals and communities to create positive change through direct action, collaboration, and creativity. Over time, BWB’s focus expanded from reactive relief to proactive community resilience, recognizing that long-term impact comes from empowering communities before, during, and after crises.

Today, BWB is looking toward regenerative solutions, fostering sustainable practices that not only help communities recover but also thrive, rebuild stronger, and create lasting positive change. Project subject areas span a range of issues including; Animal Welfare, Arts and Culture, Children and Youth, Civic Involvement and Advocacy, Community Development, Disaster Response and Preparedness, Education and Skill Development, Environment and Sustainability, Food Access and Scarcity, Fundraising and Support, Health and Wellness, Housing and Homelessness, Indigenous Issues and Sovereignty, Infrastructure, LGBTQI+, Mutual Aid, Peace and Conflict, Poverty, Radical Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity, Refugee and Migration Support, Women and Girls.