You can give back to Camp in many ways. This includes donating your
time, talents, and energy to improving the Camp for others. Presbyterian
Camps offers many options and ways to volunteer.
If you'd like to offer the gift of your time and talents in either
program or facilities work, applications are available through the
Camp Office. In 2006 Ted and Dottie Shaw celebrated their 20th summer
as camp volunteers. They set the standard for Christian service.
All volunteers who work with youth will have reference and criminal
background checks, as well as participate in our child protection
training.
Here is a list of a few options and ways to volunteer:
Participate in special organized events such as Memorial Day Work Weekend, or the Golf Outing! Find out more details by visiting
our Special Events page.
Spend time with us during our summer season! We need help
throughout the summer in many areas including: counseling/program
areas, Camp canteen (store), Camp business office, kitchen,
housekeeping, etc. We welcome volunteers for however much time they can
give one week?...one month?...the entire summer?! Please contact us to
explore options and to arrange an interview about when you can come. We
always have plenty of work to do! (Note: Reference checks and
background checks are performed on all applying volunteers and could
impact the volunteer's ability to participate. The Director has the
right to deny any volunteer permission to work.)
- Work Groups Welcomed and Encouraged! We are blessed when
work groups come to Camp to help improve our facilities. Senior High
Groups, Men's Groups, Women's Groups, etc, can donate time and funds
for construction projects, sewing projects, grounds keeping projects,
painting projects, or even rebuild an entire cabin! Sponsor a project
at Camp so our future generations can also enjoy this holy place! We
will work with you to plan your work event and help prepare your
specific project based on your group's skills. We encourage groups to
fund the project as part of the volunteer effort.
- Become a Camp Representative in your church or assist the
current Camp Representative. Camp Representatives are your churches
personal liaison between Camp and the Congregation. Help get the word
out about Presbyterian
Camps!
- Encourage the youth in your congregation to come to summer
camp. Organize special retreats and events for your church's many
groups. We are here to serve you!
Our ministry touches many lives because of friends who sustain
our mission with their generous gifts.
Why should I give?
- In gratitude to God for what you have received.
- To experience the joy that comes through sharing.
- To bless future generations with the opportunity to
experience the love of God through Christian fellowship and nurture
surrounded by the beauty of God's creation.
General Fund
The General Fund is the broadest category for giving. Gifts are used to
address all facets of camp operation, including site management and
improvement, program and leadership areas, and the development of a
more inclusive community.
The Endowment Fund
All contributions to the continuing Endowment Fund are retained as
principal to ensure lasting support for future generations. The
Endowment Fund
income, or yield, shall be used exclusively for:
1.) Special needs and programs of the camp.
2.) Camp Outreach
3.) Other purposes designated by the donor and consistent with the
mission of the camp.
Scholarship Fund
Summer camp can be a life-changing experience. The Presbyterian Camps
Scholarship Fund makes camp possible for those who would otherwise be
unable to attend due to financial circumstances. Scholarships are
granted based on need and are available to all campers regardless of
age, congregational affiliation, race, or gender.
Capital Improvement Fund
Contributions to the Capital Improvement Fund will be used for
redevelopment of the physical site and buildings, some of which are 100
years old. Under the direction of the nationally know architectural
firm, plans are developing to address issues of accessibility for
persons of all ages and abilities, safety, and year-round program
expansion.
Can I give a Memorial Gift?
Yes...a gift to the Presbyterian Camps at Saugatuck is a wonderful way
to honor the memory of a loved one. You can keep alive the memories of
those who have blessed you and others. A memorial gift, directed to any
of these special funds, is a way to continue their good works among
generations to come.
How to make a special gift to Presbyterian Camps:
- Offer a financial contribution
- Give appreciated property
- Give unneeded life insurance or stock
- Make a bequest in your will or living trust
- Donate a needed gift or item. Please contact us for
a list of needed items.
- Encourage your Church to donate to Bucks for
Saugatuck or give a gift
Bucks for Saugatuck
Bucks for Saugatuck is a way for churches to give to camp. Consider
establishing a dollar amount per member of your church to donate each
year.
How Can I Give?
Donations of all kinds are always appreciated no matter how
large or small. Please give what you can when you can. The Camp counts
on donor support each year to keep our ministry operating.
The most efficient way to give it to give online.
Donations will automatically be charged to your account and will be
quickly received by Presbyterian Camps.
Checks should be made out to Presbyterian Camps. Please
designate to which fund you wish to direct your gift. Undesignated
gifts are gratefully received into the Presbyterian Camps General Fund.
For further information on how to become a "friend of the
camp," or on matters concerning special gifts or estate planning,
contact the Presbyterian Camps at 1-800-728-1164.
Gifts can be mailed to:
Presbyterian Camps
Attn: Pass It On
631 Perryman St.
Saugatuck, MI 49453
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