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Why Your Gift Matters

At Camp Jorn, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. Each year, many of our campers attend with the help of financial assistance provided through our generous community of supporters. Your gift opens doors to these life-changing experiences.

Dear Donor, I want to thank you so much for allowing me to go back to camp this year. I tried many new activities summer.. like tubing & air riflery which I’m good at! Thank you!
Raul
Dear Sponsor, Thank you so much for the opportunity to go to camp this year. I has so much at camp and made so many new friends. My favorite part was going to the Porcupine Mountains. Thank you for your generosity!
Brooke
Dear Donor, thank you so much for helping me come to camp this summer. Thanks to your generosity, I was able to have the greatest experience of my life. Camp was filled with laughter learning and new friendships. I am so grateful to be part of it..Thank you!
A Grateful Camper
Dear Donor, thank you for helping me go to camp. I had so much fun canoeing and making friends. The s’mores were good too!
A Grateful Camper
Dear Donor, I really appreciate you and Camp Jorn for making my experience a great one. I got to try so many new things this summer like fishing and sailing. I made a lot of new friends.. Thanks again!
Theo
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“Camp Jorn has shaped our son into a confident, independent kid. We’re so grateful for the donors who made it possible for him to attend.”

— Parent of a 2024 Camper

STRONG KIDS. STRONG CAMP.

Our campers are at the heart of everything we do, and we want Camp to be here for everyone, for years to come.

Your support of Camp Jorn helps keep camp the special place we know it to be, allowing us to maintain up-to-date facilities, develop innovative programs and provide for the campers and families who need a little extra help to get here.

Our donors ensure camp remains a place of inclusion and opportunity. Of joy, challenge, discovery, and growth. A place of belonging and a vibrant outdoor-focused community in an increasingly digital world.

A Gift to Camp Provides:

  • Camper Scholarships: Financial aid to keep camp accessible for the children and families who need it most.

  • Program Enrichment: Funding for outdoor education, leadership programs, and staff development.

  • Facility Improvements: Maintaining safe, welcoming spaces for future generations.

Each dollar given to the Strong Kids Campaign directly impacts youth — keeping Camp Jorn’s mission alive all year long.

Support special projects

Our campers are at our core, but these additional efforts also help keep camp strong.

Growing to Serve Youth Capital Campaign

Our Growing to Serve Youth Capital Campaign directs your gift towards essential facilities upgrades and new spaces designed to strengthen the camper experience—from expanded play and gathering areas to renewed lodging and recreation facilities. Gifts to this fund can be directed to specific construction projects or to support our camp facilities overall.

Heritage Club Endowment Funds

The Heritage Club Endowments are special funds that sustain Camp Jorn’s mission for generations to come by providing lasting support for scholarships, programs, facilities, and future growth. These funds support camp while celebrating and honoring those who have given their support through the years.

To learn more about the Heritage Club and how you can make a lasting impact, please contact our CEO, Katy Bost, at 715-543-8808 ext. 0202 or via email at katy@campjornymca.org.

Other Ways to Give

  • Check:

    Please make checks payable to Camp Jorn YMCA and mail to:

    Camp Jorn YMCA
    13591 Zenner Ln.
    Manitowish Waters, WI 54545

  • Professional Services:

    If you would like to donate your time, talent, and professional services to camp or otherwise want to get involved, please get in touch by emailing: CEO, Katy Bost, at katy@campjornymca.org or by calling 715-543-8808 ext. 0202.

Impact in Action

Your generosity changes lives.

Opening Doors to Camp

In 2025, your support helped 112 resident campers (20% of our population) and 41 Day & Sprouts campers (17%) receive scholarships, giving every child the chance to grow, learn, and make unforgettable summer memories at Camp Jorn.

Investing in Growth

Donor support helped fund new waterfront equipment, updated cabin facilities, and leadership development programs that strengthen safety and enrich the camp experience.

Every Gift Makes a Difference

From major contributions to small acts of generosity, every gift helps Camp Jorn remain a safe, inclusive, and unforgettable place for all who come here.