named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Adventure Tree Climbing
Program allowing campers age 7+ to climb up to 40 feet in trees using safety gear; available to campers and the public on select dates.
Camper in Leadership Training (CILT)
Two-year leadership development program for high schoolers (ages 15+, entering 10th grade) with potential for future camp leadership roles.
Day Camp
Day program for children ages 7-12 (grades 2-6), offering the same activities as overnight camp without overnight stays.
Horse Camp
Specialty camp for serious horse lovers in grades 5-12, featuring two daily hours of riding and horse care plus one regular camp activity.
Mini Camp (overnight)
Shortened overnight experience for campers in grades 2-5, running Sunday to Wednesday, designed for those not ready for a full week.
Resident (Overnight) Camp
Week-long overnight program for boys and girls ages 7-18, featuring cabin groups, Bible study, and elective activities such as swimming, archery, and crafts.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Shooting Sports Training and Safety 1 activity
- Deliver structured outdoor skill-building activitiesOffers a rotation of supervised outdoor activities including archery, rifle safety (NRA-certified), boating, swimming (American Red Cross-certified), horsemanship, and tree climbing, with age and skill prerequisites for participation.
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Residential Camp Health & Safety Services 1 activity
- Ensure camper health, safety, and emotional supportMaintains on-site nursing care, CPR- and first-aid-trained staff, and supports camper emotional well-being through services like in-camp mail delivery; operates as an American Camp Association (ACA)-accredited facility meeting national health and safety standards.
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Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
- Offer subsidized camp attendance and scholarshipsProvides summer camp at a reduced cost of $400 per week—below actual operating cost—and offers need-based scholarships to families experiencing financial hardship, supported by donor contributions.
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Youth and Young Adult Spiritual Engagement 1 activity
- Operate week-long summer camp programs for youthProvides overnight and day camp experiences for children and youth aged 7–18, including week-long residential programs and short-term overnight options, with structured daily activities rooted in Christian values and outdoor education.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Provide leadership training for high school youthRuns a multi-year leadership development program for high school students that includes summer camp participation, school-year assignments, and training in leadership, scriptural application, and service skills.
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Camp Volunteer Engagement & Facility Stewardship 1 activity
- Rent camp facilities for off-season and external useMakes camp facilities available for rental by external groups for recreational, organizational, or programmatic purposes outside the summer season and offers volunteer opportunities for on-site projects.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Offer public tree climbing programProvides access to a tree climbing adventure program using rope and pulley systems up to 40 feet high, available to both campers and the public on scheduled dates with required reservations.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$315K
Contributions & grants$245K78%
Program service revenue$66K21%
Investment income$5K1%
Other revenue$-257
expenses
Total expenses$232K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$72K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$847K
Cash$39K
Investments$151K
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$845K
Liquid reserves9.8 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +37.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- AMANDA TOBIAS — TRUSTEE
- ANNE BIRT — PRESIDENT
- ELIZABETH IRWIN — TRUSTEE
- EVELYN WHITE — TRUSTEE
- JEFFREY THOMPSON — VICE PRESIDENT
- JOY DIETRICH — VICE PRESIDENT FINANCE
- SARAH UHLMAN — TRUSTEE
- TIM WALZ — TRUSTEE
- VICTORIA SEEBURGER — SECRETARY
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Bunk1 Partner — Partners with Bunk1 to facilitate one-way email communication from families to campers.
- Diana Gressinger Partner — Receives staff applications and reference forms for Camp Cherith of Western New York.
- Georgia Csont Partner — Registrar responsible for managing camper registration, payments, and scheduling changes.
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 Spiritual Transformationmethodology: faith_based_spiritual_transformationBy integrating Christian faith into all aspects of outdoor camping experiences, the organization fosters spiritual growth, discipleship, and personal transformation among children and youth, because immersive, Bible-centered environments are believed to deepen spiritual engagement and identity formation.
- Leadership Development Through Integrated Spiritual and Practical Trainingmethodology: integrated_leadership_developmentBy combining scriptural education with hands-on experience and structured training, the organization develops youth leadership skills, because integrating faith with practical responsibility produces more resilient, purpose-driven leaders prepared for service in both camp and broader community contexts.
- Recreational Competence-Building Modelmethodology: recreational_competence_buildingBy using age- and skill-appropriate recreational activities, the organization builds campers’ confidence and life skills, because experiential challenges in a supportive outdoor setting foster personal growth, resilience, and self-efficacy.