irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $166KTHE ORGANIZATION BEGAN CONSTRUCTION IN ITS THIRD NEW YORK STATE REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP (REDC) GRANT. THE ORGANIZATION HOSTED NUMBEROUS EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, INCLUDING AN ADIRONDACK ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE (AARCH) TOUR. AARCH IS A HISTORIC PRESERVATION THAT PROMOTES STEWARDSHIP OF THE ADIRONDACKS' HISTORIC BUILDINGS, COMMUNITIES, AND CULTURAL LANDSCAPES.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Alumni & Friends Retreat
Reunion-style weekend for former campers and staff to reconnect through camp traditions, singing, and shared activities
Bridge to Overnight Program
Introductory one-week session for girls ages 8–11 transitioning to overnight camp, combining day-camp days with overnight stays in platform tents
Family and Friends Connection Week
Post-retreat extension week allowing family and friends of participants to experience camp life through shared meals, crafts, and boat rides
Girls Overnight Camp
Summer camp program for girls ages 8–17 offering one- and two-week sessions focused on sailing, swimming, nature education, arts and crafts, and teambuilding in an unplugged Adirondack setting
Women’s Reading Retreat
Quiet retreat focused on reading, reflection, and connection, including optional book discussions and lakeside relaxation
Women’s Wellness Weekend
Adult retreat for women 18+ featuring yoga, guided hikes, wellness activities, and relaxation in a natural island setting
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Summer Day Camp Programs 2 activities
- Day and adventure-based camp programsOffers a five-day day camp and weekly adventure tracks for youth focusing on sailing, paddling, nature exploration, arts and crafts, swim instruction, archery, and camper-led journalism. Programs emphasize small group sizes and skill development, with daily swim lessons tailored to ability level and supervised water activities led by certified lifeguards.
- Overnight camp programming for girlsOperates one-week and two-week overnight camp sessions annually for girls ages 8–17 on Eagle Island in the Adirondacks, with structured programming in water activities, arts, nature education, sports, and team building. Includes a transitional "Bridge to Overnight" program for girls ages 8–11 that begins as day camp and progresses to overnight stays.
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Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
- Historic preservation and infrastructure developmentConducts ongoing restoration of historic buildings and infrastructure improvements on Eagle Island using grant funding from the New York State Regional Economic Development Corp (REDC) and the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Save America's Treasures program. Projects include building rehabilitation, expansion of electricity and potable water systems to increase camper capacity, and public engagement through events like architectural heritage tours.
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Youth Counselor-in-Training Programs 1 activity
- Leadership development program for older girlsRuns a two-week leadership program for girls ages 15–17 that includes training in youth development, communication, event planning, resume writing, and college preparation, culminating in the opportunity to design and lead activities for younger campers. Offers an optional one-week Junior Counselor extension in the Day Camp Program for work experience.
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Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
- Rustic retreats for adults and groupsHosts rustic retreat programs on Eagle Island for adults, including family reunions, corporate teams, alumni gatherings, and wellness weekends. Programming includes guided lake tours, sailing, canoeing, swimming, team-building activities, campfires, yoga, hiking, reading retreats, and unstructured time in nature during scheduled weeks in August and September.
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Camp Volunteer Engagement & Facility Stewardship 1 activity
- Volunteer engagement programOffers volunteer opportunities on Eagle Island and in behind-the-scenes roles to support camp operations and community engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.24M
Contributions & grants$855K69%
Program service revenue$371K30%
Investment income$6K0%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$770K
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising6%
Salaries & benefits$356K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.49M
Cash$702K
Investments$78K
Liabilities$171K
Net assets$6.32M
Liquid reserves12.2 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +62.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 17
- BENITA LAW-DIAO — BOARD MEMBER
- CAROLE MACKENZIE — BOARD MEMBER
- DANIEL LONG — BOARD MEMBER
- ELIZABETH MOULTHROP — SECRETARY
- ELLEN WINN — VICE PRESIDE
- INGA THRASHER — BOARD MEMBER
- JANE LOWELL EVANS — CO-PRESIDENT
- JOE WILLIAMS — BOARD MEMBER
- KARIN WALSH RUTLEDGE — CO-PRESIDENT
- KIM HOLMELUND — TREASURER
- MARINA LOWRY — VICE PRESIDE
- MARY HESSELGRAVE — BOARD MEMBER
- STEFANIE GOODSELL — VICE PRESIDE
- STEVEN REICH — FORMER TREAS
- STUART AMORIELL — BOARD MEMBER
- SUNNY LARSON — BOARD MEMBER
- WILL HARRINGTON — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Adirondack Architectural Heritage (AARCH) Partner — Collaborated on public events, including a tour focused on historic preservation of Adirondack buildings and cultural landscapes.
- CampDoc Partner — Partner platform used for camp registration, medical forms, and add-on service selection.
- Hanna Sue Partner — Assistant Camp and Marketing Director who coordinates retreat logistics and programming with groups.
- Hanna Sue Partner — Camp Director providing guidance and support to families and campers.
- Haudenosaunee Government — Honors the original ancestral land of the Haudenosaunee people through environmentally responsible practices and cultural recognition.
- Katrina Partner — Camp Director providing guidance and support to families and campers.
- New York State Regional Economic Development Corp (REDC) Government — Received multiple grant awards to support building rehabilitation, infrastructure expansion, and historic preservation projects.
- U.S. Department of the Interior Government — Received Save America's Treasures (SAT) grant funding for historic building restoration and infrastructure improvements.
- Upper Saranac Lake Government — Located on a private island on Upper Saranac Lake, utilizing the natural environment for programming.
strategies · 5
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.
- Camper-Choice Programming Modelmethodology: camper-choice programmingBy allowing campers to choose their own adventure tracks and activities, we increase engagement and autonomy because personal agency in programming fosters ownership, self-expression, and intrinsic motivation.
- Community-Based Experiential Learning for Belongingmethodology: community-based experiential learningBy using immersive community living, teambuilding, and shared experiences, we foster belonging, skill development, and social connection among girls and young women because sustained, inclusive environments grounded in respect and empathy enable authentic self-expression and mutual growth.
- Environmental and Cultural Stewardship Through Immersionmethodology: environmental-and-cultural-stewardshipBy integrating hands-on experiences in nature and honoring the ancestral land of the Haudenosaunee people, we cultivate environmental stewardship and cultural respect because direct connection to place and history fosters responsibility and values-based action.
- Experiential Leadership Developmentmethodology: experiential-leadership-trainingBy combining hands-on camp participation with structured leadership training, we develop transferable career skills because real-world practice in youth development, communication, and team dynamics builds confidence and competence through reflection and responsibility.
- Unplugged, Nature-Based Experiential Growthmethodology: unplugged_joyBy removing technology and immersing girls and young women in structured and unstructured outdoor experiences in the Adirondacks, we foster personal growth, confidence, and courage because disconnection from screens enables deeper connection to self, others, and nature.