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The Handicapped Children's Camp for Monroe County Inc

Rochester, NY · EIN 166102714 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE N20Z · Recreation & Sports · Small ($100K-$1M) · camphaccamo.org
revenue
$288K
expenses
$281K
net assets
$39K
employees
64
volunteers
18
program ratio
67%
mission · from form 990

To provide a safe, fun filled camping experience for individuals with special needs.

profile · synthesized from sources

Operated by Rotary clubs in Monroe County, New York, Camp Haccamo provides a free, weeklong overnight camping experience for children and adults with physical, developmental, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Founded in 1956, the camp offers a safe, fun environment with a counselor-to-camper ratio of 1:2, serving as a critical respite for families. It is the only local camp that accommodates adults up to age 30.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $6K
    The organization supported (financially and operationally) Sunshine Camp's Adult Retreat Weekend. A weekend overnight camping event which serves 75 adults with special needs.
named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Caregiver Respite Program
Provides families with a scheduled week of respite while campers are safely cared for, enabling caregivers to rest or attend to other responsibilities
Counselor Training Program
Trains undergraduate and graduate students in special education from local universities as counselors, offering hands-on experience in serving individuals with complex needs
Summer Overnight Camp
Weeklong overnight camping program for children ages 7–18 and adults ages 19–30 with special needs, featuring activities like ziplining, swimming, arts and crafts, prom night, talent show, and campfires
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Organized Vehicle Show Events 1 activity
    • Host annual community fundraising events including car, truck, and cycle shows
      Organizes annual family-friendly community events such as the Car and Truck Meet and the Car, Truck & Cycle Show, featuring hundreds of vehicles and nearly 200 exhibitors, which have raised over $20,000 to fund camp attendance for children with special needs.
  • Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
    • Host annual special events and performances for individuals with disabilities
      Hosts free annual matinee performances for over 1,000 children and adults with disabilities and organizes on-site special events including Carnival Nights, Talent Shows, and Prom to enhance social engagement and recreational enjoyment.
  • Residential Camp Health & Safety Services 1 activity
    • Maintain high staff-to-camper support ratios and 24-hour nursing care during camp sessions
      Ensures camper safety and individualized support by maintaining a counselor-to-camper ratio of one-to-two and providing 24-hour nursing care throughout all overnight camp sessions.
  • Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
    • Manage and maintain camp facilities on the Sunshine Campus for camper use
      Operates and manages the Sunshine Campus in Rush, NY as the primary location for Camp Haccamo, including maintaining facilities such as the expanded "Haccamo Train" track layout for camper recreation and enjoyment.
  • Specialized Summer Camps for Disabilities 1 activity
    • Operate weeklong overnight summer camp programs for youth and adults with disabilities
      Provides free, weeklong overnight camping experiences for individuals with physical, developmental, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral challenges, operating two annual sessions: one for youth aged 7 to 18 and another for adults aged 19 to 30. Programs include structured recreational activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, music, games, ziplining, campfires, and special events like Carnival Night, Talent Show, and Prom.
  • Behavioral Health and Human Services Training 1 activity
    • Provide internship opportunities in psychology and developmental disabilities
      Offers internship opportunities for college students interested in psychology and developmental disabilities, supporting workforce development and hands-on learning in direct care and camp programming.
  • Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
    • Provide respite care for families and caregivers of individuals with disabilities
      Offers respite opportunities for families and caregivers by providing a safe, scheduled, week-long overnight camping experience for individuals with special needs, allowing caregivers temporary relief while ensuring campers receive 24-hour nursing care and supervised recreational programming.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$288K
Contributions & grants$288K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$281K
Program expenses67%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising25%
Salaries & benefits$79K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$39K
Cash$39K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$39K
Liquid reserves1.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +9.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Dolly Kujawa Secretary 1 $10K
board members · 17
  • Bill Ivey — Director
  • Billy Pieper — Director
  • Carol Schwartz-Mizelle — Assistant Secretary
  • Cathy Frank — Director
  • Chuck Turner — Director
  • Courtney Converse — Director
  • David Large — Director
  • Ebo Ocran — Director
  • Ian Banks — Director
  • Linda Goodrum — Director
  • Lou Alaimo — Director
  • Maureen Sinsebox — Director
  • Nancy Ragus — Director
  • Neal Gorman — President
  • Ray Holla — Director
  • Robert Williams — Treasurer
  • Scott Baker — Director
relationships · 31

Who they work with

  • Brighton Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Brockport Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Compeer Rochester Partner — Organization led by former Camp Haccamo intern Sara Passamonte, indicating a professional connection through shared mission in mental health and developmental support.
  • Fairport Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Gates Chili Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Hilton Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Honeoye Falls-Mendon Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Irondequoit Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Last Year's Sponsors Partner — Sponsored the previous year's Car/Truck/Cycle Show event.
  • Monroe County Rotary Partner — Organizational sponsor and founding supporter of Camp Haccamo.
  • Monroe South Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Nazareth University Partner — Source of undergraduate and graduate Special Education students who serve as counselors at Camp HACCAMO.
  • PayPal Partner — Partner for processing online donations
  • Penfield Rotary Partner — Collaborated on annual variety shows that supported Camp Haccamo and provided inclusive entertainment.
  • Penfield Rotary Partner — Partnered with Penfield Rotary, which supported Camp Haccamo through community events like the "Command Performances" variety shows.
  • Penfield Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Pittsford Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Rochester Rotary Club Partner — Proprietor of the Sunshine Campus used by Camp Haccamo.
  • Rotary Network — Camp Haccamo operates as a Rotary camp, indicating affiliation with the Rotary network.
  • Rotary Clubs of Monroe County Funder — Founded and funded Camp Haccamo since its inception
  • Rotary Clubs of Monroe County Partner — Hosts and supports Camp Haccamo through collaboration among 13 local Rotary Clubs.
  • Rotary District 7120 Partner — Collaborates with Rotary District 7120 as one of five Rotary-sponsored summer camps for children with disabilities.
  • Rush Henrietta Rotary Club Network — Member of the Rotary network supporting Camp HACCAMO; one of the organization's board members is affiliated with this club.
  • Rush Henrietta Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • SUNY Brockport Partner — Source of undergraduate and graduate Special Education students who serve as counselors at Camp HACCAMO.
  • SUNY Geneseo Partner — Source of undergraduate and graduate Special Education students who serve as counselors at Camp HACCAMO.
  • Spencerport Rotary Club Partner — One of 13 Rotary Clubs supporting Camp Haccamo.
  • Sunshine Camp Partner — Partner organization with which the camp collaborated to support an adult retreat weekend.
  • Sunshine Campus Partner — Hosts Camp Haccamo at its facility in Rush, NY since 2009
  • Webster Rotary Partner — Dolly Kujawa has been a long-term member and leader in the Webster Rotary, which is connected to Camp Haccamo through her leadership.
+ 1 more
strategies · 4

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.

  • Individualized Support through High Staff Ratio
    methodology: high_staff_ratio
    By maintaining a high counselor-to-camper ratio, the organization ensures individualized attention and safety, which enables campers with a wide range of disabilities to participate fully and build independence in a supportive environment.
  • Social Inclusion through Recreational Engagement
    methodology: social-inclusion-through-recreation
    By designing recreation-based camping experiences, the organization fosters social inclusion, emotional well-being, and community belonging for individuals with disabilities, because shared activities build relationships and affirm identity in an accessible, affirming space.
  • Specialized Counselor Training and Pipeline Model
    methodology: specialized_counselor_training
    By recruiting and training Special Education students and other skilled counselors, the organization delivers tailored support across the full spectrum of camper needs, because hands-on training combined with specialized supervision produces high-quality, responsive care.
  • Win-Win-Win Model Integrating Respite and Enrichment
    methodology: win-win-win model
    By creating a supportive camp environment with 24-hour care and high staffing ratios, the organization produces mutual benefits: campers gain independence, caregivers receive respite, and staff gain meaningful experience, because the model intentionally designs shared value across all participant groups.