named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Daily Elective Activities
Offers campers a choice of 18 daily activities including archery, swimming, nature walks, arts & crafts, boating, and climbing wall
Evening Programs
Hosts themed nightly events such as Music Night with John Dady, Dance with Steve, Carnival Night, and a Talent Show
Spiritual Programming
Includes daily chapel, Bible study sessions, and choir led by Laurie Manzer as part of the camp schedule
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Deliver daily recreational and social activities during campOffers up to 18 daily recreational and social activities, including elective options, where campers choose from a range of programs designed to promote engagement and personal expression.
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Regular Religious Worship Services 1 activity
- Facilitate spiritual programming including chapel and Bible studyConducts daily chapel sessions focused on praise and worship, along with afternoon Bible study groups held in cabins, as part of the camp’s structured program.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Host evening entertainment programs including music, dance, and talent showsOrganizes nightly events such as music nights with live performances, dance nights led by a disc jockey, carnival games, and talent shows to foster community and celebration among campers.
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Camp Volunteer Engagement & Facility Stewardship 1 activity
- Offer volunteer opportunities during annual camp weekProvides full-time and part-time volunteer roles for adults during the annual camp week, supporting program delivery for campers with special needs.
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Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
- Operate annual summer camp program for individuals with developmental and physical disabilitiesProvides a week-long overnight camp experience for developmentally and physically disabled adults and children, featuring structured recreational, social, and spiritual activities. The program has operated annually for 44 years and includes accommodations for up to 194 campers across six cabins and a central building.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Provide music and choir instruction during campOffers choir instruction led by Laurie Manzer, enhancing musical engagement as part of the camp’s elective and group activities.
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Campus Facility Operations and Management 1 activity
- Provide on-site medical and facility support services during campOperates centrally located medical facilities and maintains a fully accessible campus with dining, assembly, and recreation spaces, including a recreation center with a campus radio station and indoor sports facilities.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$61K
Contributions & grants$6751%
Program service revenue$60K98%
Investment income$4351%
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expenses
Total expenses$58K
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Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$44K
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Net assets$44K
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +15.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 7
- Cheryl Willer — Board Member
- Elissa Burke — Chairman of the Board
- Jim Willer — Board Member
- Joan Beinetti — Board Member
- Laura Manzer — Board Member
- Paul Tramanto — Board Member
- Tina Huen — Board Member
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Laurie Manzer Partner — Leads choir sessions at Camp Joy.
- Rochester Rotary Partner — Co-developed and supports the operation of the Rotary Sunshine Campus.
- Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp Partner — Longstanding partner in operating Camp Joy, with 28 years of joint service to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Rotary Staff Partner — Sponsors games and entertainment for Camp Joy's carnival night.
- Rotary Sunshine Campus Partner — Host site for Camp Joy, providing facilities for the camp program serving adults with special needs.
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.
- Ability-Focused Empowermentmethodology: ability_focused_programmingBy emphasizing camper abilities rather than disabilities, we promote personal growth and self-efficacy, because framing individuals around capacity—rather than limitation—encourages greater participation and confidence.
- Camper-Choice Modelmethodology: camper_choice_modelBy allowing campers to choose their daily activities, we increase engagement and support personal autonomy, because meaningful choice fosters a sense of control and dignity in individuals with disabilities.
- Faith-Based Spiritual Developmentmethodology: faith_based_programmingBy integrating structured spiritual activities such as daily Bible study and chapel sessions, we foster community and personal reflection, because shared spiritual practice strengthens emotional well-being and social connection among campers.