named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Base Camp
Overnight summer camp program for children ages 7–13, featuring traditional camp activities including swimming, arts and crafts, team games, and cabin-based community living.
Day Camp
Day program for children ages 7–12 offering camp activities during weekday hours, allowing local families to participate without overnight stays.
Family Camp
Overnight program for families of all ages to experience camp together, designed to help families bond in nature and prepare for future solo camper attendance.
Leadership Camp (CIT Program)
Month-long overnight program for teens ages 14–16 focused on developing leadership skills; participants train to become future camp counselors.
Soft Start Camp
Short-term, supported overnight program for campers ages 10–12 with higher sensory needs, developmental disabilities, or those needing extra support transitioning to camp life.
Teen Camp
Overnight program for teens ages 13–16 that includes local excursions, day hikes to waterfalls, canoeing, and multi-day backpacking trips on the Appalachian Trail.
Volunteering
Opportunities for adults and families to support camp operations through work weekends, committees, and fundraising, led by a volunteer board.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Residential Camp Health & Safety Services 1 activity
- Ensure health and safety during camp programsProvides on-site nursing care, daily medication administration, and maintains an AED and stocked healthcare center. All counselors receive First Aid and CPR/AED certification, and lifeguards are Red Cross certified and supervised by a certified Waterfront Safety Instructor.
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Admissions Outreach and Enrollment Support 1 activity
- Host camp open houses and inquiry supportOffers virtual and in-person open houses, camp tours by appointment, and inquiry support for families interested in camp programs, including scheduled events such as a virtual open house with the Camp Director and in-person visits.
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Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
- Host family camp programsOffers an overnight family camp program that enables families to experience camp together, supporting family bonding and introduction to the camp environment.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Maintain alumni engagementOperates an alumni registration program to maintain connections with former camp participants and support ongoing community engagement.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Operate day camp programs for childrenRuns a day camp program for children aged 7-12 operating Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., allowing campers to return home each night, with structured outdoor and recreational activities.
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Youth and Young Adult Spiritual Engagement 1 activity
- Operate overnight summer camp programs for youthProvides traditional resident camping experiences for children aged 7-13, including sing-alongs, storytelling, outdoor games, and crafts, at Camp Wa Wa Segowea. Programs include daily outdoor activities, family-style meals, and structured evening events such as olympic-style competitions and candlelight ceremonies.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Preserve camp's natural and historical integrityPreserves the natural surroundings and historical integrity of Camp Wa Wa Segowea as part of ongoing operations and stewardship.
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Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
- Provide specialized overnight camp for campers with developmental needsOperates an overnight camp program for campers aged 10-12 with sensory sensitivities, autism spectrum needs, or developmental disabilities, designed to support gradual adjustment to the camp environment through tailored programming and support.
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Camp Volunteer Engagement & Facility Stewardship 1 activity
- Provide volunteer engagement and program support opportunitiesEngages volunteers in camp operations through work weekends, board and committee service, fundraising, and group projects, supporting program delivery and maintenance.
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Guided Outdoor Expedition Programs 1 activity
- Run adventure and leadership programs for teensOffers multi-day hiking trips on the Appalachian Trail, canoeing excursions, and day adventures for teens aged 13-16, along with a month-long leadership development program for ages 14-16 that includes Counselor-in-Training (CIT) experiences and skill-building activities.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$524K
Contributions & grants$145K28%
Program service revenue$330K63%
Investment income$36K7%
Other revenue$13K
expenses
Total expenses$441K
Program expenses60%
Admin / overhead40%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$223K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$826K
Cash$478K
Investments$334K
Liabilities$4K
Net assets$822K
Liquid reserves22.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +27.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 18
- BETH HODOS — TREASURER
- CORI RODRIQUEZ — BOARD MEMBER
- GEORGIA LOPRESTI MECKES — FORMER BOARD
- INGRID SORIANO — BOARD MEMBER
- ISAAC GRAVES — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMES MASTERS — FORMER BOARD
- JOHN DUNN — BOARD MEMBER
- JOHN FISHER — BOARD MEMBER
- KATHLEEN DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- KAYLANA MITTLEMAN — SECRETARY
- LOU FALK — BOARD MEMBER
- LOUISE VAN ALSTYNE — VICE PRESIDE
- MEGHAN JOSLIN — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHAEL BRUNS — BOARD MEMBER
- MONIQUE SIMS — FORMER BOARD
- PATRICK PAGE — FORMER BOARD
- SARAH PERKS — FORMER BOARD
- THOMAS HARVEY — PRESIDENT
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- American Camp Association Network — Camp WA WA Segowea is an ACA Accredited Camp.
- Appalachian Trail Partner — Facilitates multi-day hikes for teen campers along the Appalachian Trail as part of an immersive outdoor program.
- Camp WA WA Segowea Partner — Collaborates on camp programming and shares operational resources, with inquiries directed to SMITH PARK OF NEW YORK INC.
- Camp WA WA Segowea Partner — Smith Park of New York serves as the home organization for Camp WA WA Segowea.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share updates about event timing and other details.
- Fairview Hospital Partner — Nearest emergency room, located 30 minutes from camp in Great Barrington, MA.
- Hartford Healthcare ER Partner — Nearest emergency room, located 30 minutes from camp in Winsted, CT.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram to share updates about event timing and other details.
- Red Cross Partner — Provides First Aid, CPR/AED, and lifeguard certifications for camp staff.
- Smith Park of Massachusetts Inc. Partner — Collaborates in the stewardship and preservation of Camp WA WA Segowea, with Smith Park of MA serving as custodian of the camp land and infrastructure.
- Smith Park of New York Inc Network — Email contact for camp director hosted on smithpark.org domain, indicating organizational affiliation.
- Town of New Marlborough Board of Public Health Government — Licensing authority requiring high safety standards for camp operations.
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.
- Digital Detox to Enhance Mindfulness and Connectionmethodology: digital-detoxBy removing digital distractions in a remote, device-free environment, we strengthen mindfulness and interpersonal connection among campers because unplugging fosters present-moment awareness and authentic social engagement.
- Immersive Community Living for Youth Developmentmethodology: found-family-immersionBy placing youth in a supportive, overnight outdoor community environment, we foster their spiritual, mental, social, and physical development because shared living and sustained peer interaction deepen personal growth and belonging.
- Supported Immersion for Inclusive Participationmethodology: supported_acclimationBy offering tailored, gradually acclimating camp experiences with low camper-to-counselor ratios and embedded support, we improve engagement and developmental outcomes for youth with sensory or developmental needs because gradual exposure in a safe setting builds readiness and confidence.