The Calling
āThe world is big and I want to have a good look at it before it gets dark.ā
The culture is built on the shared belief that people and experiences should mutually enrich one another.
Relationship Development
āSurround yourself only with people who are going to take you higher.ā
A guiding philosophy emphasizing heartfelt interactions and genuine connections with the youth we serve, team, and communities.
Our Values
The five foundational values that dictate both the camper experience and workplace culture:
Ownership: Team members are empowered to take initiative, embrace their specific roles, and act with empathy to make every young personās camp experience highly personalized.
Passion: Team members are encouraged to do what they love, bringing vibrant energy to go above and beyond in creating exceptional memories.
Authenticity: Operating with open and honest communication, mutual respect, and a commitment to uplifting one another.
Innovation: The drive to "Connect" by intentionally innovating, elevating experiences, and leaving a lasting, positive imprint on the community.
Collaboration: Working together with a collective passion to build genuine relationships and act as custodians of unique and cultural legacies.
A Sense of Belonging
We value immersion into the local environment, ensuring that the experiences of every young camper and camp partnership reflects its values.
Philosophy where the "place" is not just the camp itself, but the sense of belonging the child carries back with them.
Moving from place to people, this ethos focuses on the internal state of the child rather than the external location of the camp.
The Philosophy: It posits that "presence" does not equal "belonging". It focuses on creating spaces where every child feels Safe, Seen, and Welcome.
Application: Our scholarships aren't just for a trip; they are for an experience of "togetherness" and emotional connection where no child is treated differently.
Community-Centric Commitments
Transform and be transformed: Personal and professional growth.
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Bring your true self: Fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI).
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Curate the extraordinary: Empowering team to create āmagic momentsā for kids.
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Build community power and empower futures: Unlocking full potential and pioneering positive youth development through community and connection.
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