named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult and Family Camps
Programs for adults and families including Women's Weekend, Family Camp, Fun After 50, Clergy Retreat, and specialty camps like Scrapbooking and Wellness & Mindfulness Weekend
One Piece at a Time Autism Spectrum Disorder Camp
Specialized family weekend camp for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families
Summer Day Camp
Day camp program for children entering kindergarten through 8th grade, offering activities like swimming, hiking, sports, crafts, and games with breakfast, lunch, and snack provided
Youth Summer Camps
Residential summer camps for youth including Pilgrim Camp, Outdoor Adventure Camp, Pioneer Camp, Swim Camp, Soccer Camp, and Junior High Camp
Youth Weekend Camps
Themed weekend camps for youth including Winter Weekend Adventure, Star Wars Weekend, Harry Potter Weekend, and Fall Outdoor Adventure Camp
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Summer Day Camp Programs 3 activities
- Operate seasonal and weekend camp programsRuns seasonal camp offerings including winter weekend adventures for youth in grades 3–9, fall adventure camps, and recurring weekend programs such as scrapbooking camps, providing structured activities and participant support materials like welcome letters and packing lists.
- Operate specialty summer camps focused on sports and activitiesProvides week-long summer camps centered on specific activities, including soccer, swimming, and outdoor adventure, for youth entering grades 3 through 9 or 11, with structured programming, meals, and participant support materials.
- Operate summer day camp program with full- and part-time optionsProvides a summer day camp for children entering kindergarten through 8th grade, operating Monday through Friday from June 29 to August 14, with full-day (7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) and part-time options (Tuesdays and Thursdays for $120 per week), offering recreation, meals, and snacks, and reaching full capacity in recent sessions.
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Youth and Young Adult Spiritual Engagement 2 activities
- Operate themed youth campsHosts immersive themed weekend and summer camps for youth, including Harry Potter and Star Wars weekends for students entering grades 3–9, combining recreation, adventure, and imaginative engagement within a faith-based context.
- Operate youth summer camps by age group and grade levelRuns multiple week-long summer camp programs tailored to specific age groups, including children entering grades 1–5, grades 3–7, grades 3–9, grades 7–10, and high school graduates. These programs include recreational, spiritual, and educational activities within a Christian environment.
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Spiritual Development & Meditation Programs 1 activity
- Host retreats and camps for adults and seniorsProvides retreats and camp programs for adult populations, including women’s weekends, wellness and mindfulness retreats, clergy retreats, and the 'Fun After 50' camp for adults over 50, with structured programming and participant welcome materials.
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Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
- Maintain and host events at conference center facilitiesOperates cabins, main buildings, and Pilgrim Lodge at the conference center for use in camps, retreats, conferences, banquets, meetings, picnics, and family reunions, with seasonal availability from May through October and year-round access to select facilities. Grounds include accessible terrain and parking.
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Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
- Operate family and intergenerational camp programsHosts week-long and weekend family camp programs, including two dedicated week-long sessions and specialized weekends for families of individuals with autism spectrum disorder, fostering community and shared spiritual and recreational experiences.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$587K
Contributions & grants$201K34%
Program service revenue$293K50%
Investment income$13K2%
Other revenue$80K
expenses
Total expenses$682K
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead17%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$270K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.33M
Cash$106K
Investments$693K
Liabilities$-1K
Net assets$1.33M
Liquid reserves14.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -3.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- BERNIE DEEG — TRUSTEE
- DAVID HESS — TRUSTEE
- GREG FURGALA — TRUSTEE
- HEATHER KRAEMER — TRUSTEE
- JEFF RIBBECK — TRUSTEE
- JEFF RICH JR — TRUSTEE
- LILLIAN BOEHM — TRUSTEE
- MIKE HANES — TRUSTEE
- MISSY TOLBERT — TRUSTEE
relationships · 2
Who they work with
- DSS Government — Accepts DSS assistance for enrollment in day camp programs.
- GIVE 716 Partner — Participates in the GIVE 716 fundraising event to receive donations.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Faith-Based Youth Developmentmethodology: faith-based youth developmentBy integrating Christian values and spiritual development into recreational programming, we engage youth in personal growth and community building because shared faith and structured outdoor experiences foster identity formation and belonging.
- Inclusive Participation for Neurodiverse Familiesmethodology: inclusive_programming_for_neurodiverse_familiesBy designing specialized camp programs for families of individuals with autism spectrum disorder, we enable full participation and family support because tailored programming reduces barriers and fosters a sense of belonging for neurodiverse members.
- Inclusive and Accessible Environmentmethodology: inclusive_communityBy combining physical accessibility features with a welcoming culture, we promote belonging for participants of all abilities and backgrounds because intentional design and community norms reduce exclusion and support personal authenticity.