Life Jackets and Paddles

$7,000 to Replace Life jackets in 2024

There is nothing more essential to safety on the waterfront than our life jackets (PFDs). Of all the things that see high levels of wear and tear, life jackets lead the way. In 2023 we replaced some of our jackets, but we would like to replace the rest of them in 2024.

Dining Hall Floor

There are very few places at camp that see more traffic than the dining hall. Three meals and a snack each day. On rainy days it becomes the space for all sorts of indoor games and even a campfire circle. The flooring is still the original tiles that were put in many years ago and even though we work hard to keep it looking good it really needs to be replaced soon. Not exactly small, but less than... exciting.

$40,000 needed to install new flooring

Computers and Technology

Technology is not always the first thing that comes to mind when someone thinks of summer camp. Today computers, technology, and internet infrastructure are a significant part of making each week of camp happen. Online registration, team collaboration on program planning, and development all happen on computers. We also rely on over 20 handheld radios for communication around camp.

$5,000 upgrades in 2024

Cabin Upgrades and Repairs

We’re continuing to pour resources into making sure our cabins are in the very best shape for our campers. Yearly projects include upgrading and painting the interiors, replacement of roofs, upgrading electrical, adding ventilation, and replacement of old mattresses.

$12,000 Full upgrade price per cabin

Boat Maintenance & New Boat Lift

Boats are a big part of the draw to Camp Kadesh. Boats can also be a big cost of running camp, especially keeping boats in top shape. In 2024 we would like to add one more boat lift to reduce our boats coming in and out of the water daily.

$7500 Boat Repairs in 2023

$10,000 New Boat Lift

Kitchen Upgrades

The kitchen is one of the most important parts of camp. There is nothing we do more times in a day than eat. Our kitchen staff do an amazing job feeding over 250 people daily. We want to work to upgrade and improve the equipment the kitchen uses. Some specifics are: steam tables for serving, and upgrades to some older ovens and equipment. We also want to install sliding doors to close off the kitchen space.

$5,000 Potential upgrades in 2024

yearly Program Equipment replacements

Kids play hard and things wear out. Balls get worn down, arrows break, supplies are used up. It’s just part of camp. These little things add up.

$10,000 yearly materials and supplies

Insurance

Insurance. It’s assumed we have it, but often is hard to imagine how much it is part of the cost of running camp. The (possibly) surprising detail is that much of our insurance just covers our buildings in case they burn down or are damaged by some sort of storm. It’s not a big part of actively running our programs, but it a big chunk of our expenses each year.

$50,000 Total coverage of Insurance

Janitorial Supplies

There’s a lot of dirt at camp and we spend a lot of time cleaning. Dishes, toilets, and floors are just the start of the list of things needed to be cleaned many times daily. It’s a big operational expense to buy the supplies needed to keep things clean.

$15,000 Annual expense

Signs and banners

We have been slowly working at adding signage. Signs to help campers find their way around camp. Signs with instructions for activities. Signs on individual cabins.

$10,000 Upgrading & adding signage