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ALBANY BIBLE INSTITUTE PINNACLE MINISTRIES-CAMP PINNACLE
VOORHEESVILLE, NY · EIN 141416690 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE X20 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · camppinnacle.org
revenue
$734K
expenses
$744K
net assets
$-172K
employees
30
program ratio
86%
mission · from form 990

TO PRESENT THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST AS THE ONLY MEANS OF SALVATION BY GRACE THROUGH FAITH ALONE TO YOUTH AND ADULTS BY HOSTING SUMMER PROGRAMS, RETREATS, AND CONFERENCES

profile · synthesized from sources

Christian summer camp and retreat ministry founded in 1898, located on 880 acres near Albany, NY. Serves children, youth, and adults through faith-based summer camps, retreats, and conferences focused on spiritual growth, outdoor activities, and community building. Offers programs for ages 5-20, including day and overnight options.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Explorers
Day camp program for children ages 5-6 featuring morning chapel, outdoor activities, swimming, arts & crafts, playground time, rest periods, Bible study, and snack shop access; includes breakfast and lunch
Pathfinders
Day and overnight camp program for ages 7-11 with age-appropriate Bible studies, swimming, group games, and evening worship; overnight includes dinner and all-camp night games
Retreats and Conferences
Hosts Christian retreats and conferences for adults and groups, continuing the ministry's historic focus on spiritual development and community
Teen Camp
New overnight program for ages 16-20 launching in 2026, designed to deepen spiritual walk and build community through camp experiences
Trailblazers
Overnight camp program for youth ages 12-15 featuring skills classes in fishing, canoeing, archery, arts & crafts, challenge course, and outdoor adventure, plus group Bible study and evening worship
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Youth and Young Adult Spiritual Engagement 2 activities
    • Deliver Biblical education and religious services through camping and retreats
      Provides Biblical education, religious worship services, and learning experiences through camping, retreats, conferences, and seminars to help participants develop a Christian worldview. The organization presents the Gospel of Jesus Christ as the means of salvation through grace and faith to youth and adults.
    • Provide ongoing youth group programming outside summer camp
      Runs a youth group program for children and youth that meets regularly outside the traditional summer camp season, featuring games, worship, biblical teaching, and fellowship to support continuous faith development and community engagement.
  • Camp Volunteer Engagement & Facility Stewardship 1 activity
    • Engage volunteers in year-round camp operations and maintenance
      Relies on volunteers for year-round support in kitchen and serving, housekeeping, groundskeeping, construction projects, property upkeep, and summer camp helper roles, enabling ongoing operations across its 880-acre facility.
  • Spiritual Development & Meditation Programs 1 activity
    • Host retreats, conferences, and seminars for churches and organizations
      Offers year-round retreats, conferences, and seminars for churches, youth groups, and other organizations on an 880-acre property with three campuses and over 40 buildings accommodating more than 250 guests. Programming includes worship, teaching, fellowship, and outdoor activities, with dedicated events for women and youth.
  • Equine Education and Riding Instruction 1 activity
    • Offer specialty camp programs in horseback riding and motorcycle instruction
      Provides specialized summer camp programming including daily one-hour horseback riding lessons and education on horse care for campers aged 7–15, and two-hour motorcycle riding instruction covering mechanics, safety, and trail riding for campers aged 10–15 during selected weeks. These programs are part of the broader youth ministry and skill development offerings.
  • Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
    • Operate summer camp programs for children and youth
      Provides day and overnight summer camp programs for children and youth ages 5–20, including age-specific programming focused on spiritual growth, outdoor activities, Bible study, and skill-building. Programs include structured activities such as swimming, fishing, canoeing, archery, arts and crafts, and challenge courses, with safety protocols including swim testing, buddy systems, and on-site nursing staff.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Publish historical documentation of camp activities
      Completed and published the book "Patchwork" in 1998, documenting 100 years of Camp Pinnacle's history through compiled testimonials and historical facts.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$734K
Contributions & grants$175K24%
Program service revenue$521K71%
Investment income$220%
Other revenue$38K
expenses
Total expenses$744K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$285K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$135K
Cash$16K
Investments$0
Liabilities$308K
Net assets$-172K
Liquid reserves0.3 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -7.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
STEPHEN FLACH EXECUTIVE DI 40 $40K
board members · 5
  • DAVID GRAHAM — TRUSTEE
  • JAMES WOLFORD — TREASURER
  • JAY FRANCIS — PRESIDENT
  • JOHN FLACH — TRUSTEE
  • MEREDITH GILES — SECRETARY
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Albany Bible Institute Network — Integral part of the same ministry as Camp Pinnacle, originating from the same founding movement and sharing historical and operational ties.
  • Christian Camp and Conference Association Network — Member in good standing with the Christian Camp and Conference Association.
  • Church Groups Partner — Hosts retreats for church groups at its Christian camp facility.
  • Churches Partner — Collaborates with churches to recruit volunteers for camp programs and maintenance.
  • Little America Pond Partner — Natural feature used for fishing and canoeing activities at Camp Pinnacle
  • Professional Swim Instructors (PSI) Partner — Collaborates with certified PSI instructors to conduct swim evaluations for campers.
  • Sunset Ridge Partner — Hosts the Thursday night Dedication Fire event for overnight campers.
  • local church Partner — Partners with local churches to enhance ministry and make disciples.
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.

  • Christian Role Modeling as Discipleship
    methodology: role_model_discipleship
    By placing campers in close relationship with Christian staff and counselors who live out their faith daily, the organization promotes spiritual engagement and character development because observable, consistent faith practices make abstract beliefs tangible and imitable.
  • Faith-Based Experiential Immersion
    methodology: faith_based_immersion
    By immersing individuals in unplugged, nature-based Christian environments removed from daily routines and technology, the organization fosters spiritual growth because such settings create space for focused reflection, communal faith practice, and relational engagement with Christian role models.
  • Targeted Faith Communities and Partnerships
    methodology: targeted_faith_engagement
    By hosting demographic-specific conferences and partnering with local churches and ministries, the organization deepens spiritual engagement because tailored experiences and institutional collaborations extend reach and reinforce discipleship within existing faith networks.