Camp Fowler provides opportunities each summer for children to come and catch a vision of what life can be like. Each year over 800 children will

• swim and canoe in an Adirondack lake
• engage in activities from arts to nature to recreation
• eat healthy meals and sing hearty songs
• make new and often life-long friends
• hear in word and deed that they are loved by God and others
• and be surrounded by adults who care for and nurture them.

Camp is subsidized by offerings that allow us to charge approximately $100 less per camper than our actual costs. In addition, Fowler gives out between $10-15,000 in scholarship aid each summer to families of campers who need some financial help. This means that any child who wants to come to camp can come. Your generosity will allow this to continue.

Historically Fowler has received its funding from the Regional Synod of Albany, Reformed Church in America and remains a ministry of the Synod. In 2010, the Synod will decrease its support for Fowler by approximately $90,000. While still being generous in its financial help, the Albany Synod is having to direct its resources elsewhere. This leaves Fowler with the responsibility to raise the necessary funds directly from churches and individuals.

Perhaps your church or organization would consider supporting the mission of Camp Fowler. Checks must be made out to "Camp Fowler" and may be sent to: 1790 Grand Blvd, Schenectady, NY 12309. (Please note that checks made out to the "Albany Synod" will not directly reach the camp.)

If you are an individual wishing to make a tax deductible contribution, know that we will make every effort to be good stewards of your gift. We strive to keep our overhead low while providing the best possible experience in both camping and retreating. And know that Fowler welcomes children regardless of creed, color, or nationality.

On behalf of all the children who will come to camp, we thank you in advance.

Camp Fowler has only 3 full time staff who are responsible for providing camp and retreat experiences for:

• 800 summer campers
• 150 Adult volunteers
• 30 summer staff
• 30 Students Working in Ministry (SWiMs)
• 250 campers attending Day Camp among 5 church sites throughout upstate

Fowler has:

• 32 buildings
• 1,000' of lakefront
• 245 acres
• 48 canoes/kayaks/sailboats
• 5 vehicles
• and a plethora of backpacks, tents, and camping gear

Our expense budget includes approximately

• $50,000 for summer camp
• $75,000 for food (summer and Chi Rho)
• $80,000 for summer staff
• $50,000 for utilities
• $80,000 for maintenance and vehicles
• $12,000 for office and support
• $120,000 for salaries

Our income is approximately

• $250,000 summer camp
• $30,000 Fowler run retreats
• $100,000 retreat center rentals
• $56,000 Regional Synod of Albany