The story behind the bolt

More time together.
More room to grow.

A crew of dads. A whole lot of curious boys. And a simple idea: the best way to connect is to do something together.

Lightning Bolts dads and sons together at the beach

Our mission

Connection.
Character.
Community.

We create opportunities for fathers and sons to build stronger relationships through shared adventures.

From local get-togethers to campouts around California, Lightning Bolts helps boys practice teamwork, grow in confidence, and build friendships. Dads get to be right there for the small moments that matter.

Our crew serves boys in kindergarten through fifth grade and their dads, with roots in the Pegasus school community in Orange County. We are a volunteer-led organization: dads plan, pitch in, and make it happen together.

01

Show up.

Make room for time together. Be there for the adventure and for each other.

02

Pitch in.

Share the work. Cook a meal, set up camp, lend a hand, and leave things better.

03

Be kind.

Include others. Treat the crew, our hosts, and the outdoors with respect.

Our nonprofit organization

The purpose
behind the bolt.

Lightning Bolts Crew is the public-facing name of Lightning Bolts Incorporated, a California nonprofit organization recognized by the IRS under Section 501(c)(3).

lightningboltscrew.com is our official website. This website represents Lightning Bolts Incorporated and its father-and-son programs.

Our work centers on youth development and father-and-son bonding through outdoor adventures, hands-on activities, and community events.

Come make
some memories.

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