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.

Fowler ministers to and partners with a wide variety of organizations from the Lower Eastside Manhattan Girl's Club who start their summer program for their girls every summer at Fowler, the Capital Region Hospice's Camp Erin to the Hudson-Mohawk Lutheran Conference,  a yearly gathering of Muslims who come on a 10 day "Tazkiyah" Retreat to a growing number of intentional spiritual retreats lead by trained Spiritual Directors. We also share our space and resources with the Capital Region Theological Center and numerous other non-profit groups.

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

In addition, we hold three major fundraisers each year. Below is the information if you want to be part of these celebratory events!

Perhaps your church or organization would consider supporting the mission of Camp Fowler. Checks may be made out to "Camp Fowler" and may be sent to: 1790 Grand Blvd, Schenectady, NY 12309.

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.

Last year, over 330 people came out to Glen Sanders for an evening of laughter, 

conversation, music, and sharing. 

Our event honored John, Cal, and Pete: the "three amigos" who worked so hard to finish the office for us last winter and spring. 

The Harvest Gathering is an annual event held to raise support for the Fowler Ministries. This year over $6000 was raised with the Silent Auction and $30,000 from the offering taken at the end of the evening. 

Thanks to Jen Kenneally, her family and friends (who she ropes into helping her!), Joanne for her wonderful displays of the auction items, Jordan White and the "band" from West Glenville Reformed, and "Route Fifty 5," which filled the haul with great brass music. 

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