Out of Office Foundation
The Out of Office Foundation was founded in 2025 driven by a shared dream: helping young people learn in, from and for nature.
Being outdoors helps young people breathe, understand themselves better, and connect more consciously with the world around them.
We organise trainings, exchanges and adventurous learning experiences at home and abroad. Through reflection, intercultural exchange and outdoor adventure, we build confidence, connection and leadership — in service of both people and nature.
We connect young people through offline moments, movement, (mini) adventures and real conversations.
Get yourself a card deck!
Step out of the daily rush and into real connection with the Out of Office Foundation Card Deck.
This deck is your invitation to slow down, open up and spark conversations that matter. Whether you’re walking with your team, sharing lunch, or catching up on the go, one good question can shift the whole vibe. The cards are designed to build trust, curiosity and laughter, while creating space for silence and reflection too.
Take them outside, keep them close, and let the questions do their magic.
Who are we?
The Out of Office Foundation was founded in 2025 by Rutger de Rijk and Bibi Timmerman, after they met and realized they shared a dream: to help young people connect and get in nature.Both believe in the power of being curious and the wisdom that comes from being in nature.
They connected through the way they each walk their own path, not listening to outside expectations but staying close to their own needs and dreams.
