Camp Fowler provides opportunities each summer for children to come and catch a vision of what life can be like. Each year over 1,000 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
• be part of a day camp bringing the message of God's love to their own neighborhoods.
  
• 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.

In addition, Fowler ministers to and partners with a wide variety of organizations from the Red Cross who run their Aquatics School at camp to the Lower Eastside Manhattan Girl's Club; from Capital Region Hospice's Camp Erin to the Hudson-Mohawk Lutheran Conference; from a yearly gathering of Muslims who come on a 10 day "Tazkiyat" Retreat to a growing number of intentional spiritual retreats lead by trained Spiritual Directors; from the Capital Region Theological Center to numerous quilting groups.

Camp is subsidized by gifts that allow Fowler to charge approximately $100 less per camper than 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.

While Fowler remains a ministry of the Regional Synod of Albany, Reformed Church in America, it no longer receives any financial help from them. Fowler has to raise approximately $150,000 annually in order to meet its budget AND not change either our pricing or scholarship policies. The Board of Trustees and the Fowler staff think that this is a challenge we can meet. But only with the help of hundreds of others. 

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.

Our Third Annual Harvest Gathering was held on Monday, November 7 at the Glen Sanders Mansion in Scotia, NY. This is our major fundraising event of the year. It is also our best "friend raiser" as over 350 of us gather together to remember this vital ministry and look forward to what God has in store for it in the future.

Our silent auction brought in $7,145 with two items bringing in $700 a piece! The dinner was great and the crowd was generous. Another $2400 + came in. In addition, all but 5 of the tables were completely sponsored by donors, so all the money raised could go to the ministry. 

The Fowler Ministry Board approved tithing 10% of the offerings to help in upstate flood relief. Checks will be going out to our churches. 

For more information, please contact Jen Kenneally through Fowler's Development Office at: jakenneally@aol.com.

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

• 850 summer campers
• 150 Adult volunteers
• 32 summer staff
• 25 Students Working in Ministry (SWiMs)
• approx 300 campers attending Day Camp among 6 church sites.

Fowler has:

• 40 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

• $170,000 for summer camp & staff
• $80,000 for food
• $40,000 for utilities
• $80,000 for maintenance and vehicles
• $15,000 for office and support
• $260,000 for year round staff

Our income is approximately

• $350,000 summer camp
• $40,000 Fowler run retreats
• $110,000 retreat center rentals
• $150,000 voluntary contributions