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What is the Adirondack Scholarship Foundation?
The Adirondack Scholarship Foundation, established in 1981, is responsible for providing funds to families of children hoping to enjoy a summer camping experience. This special opportunity is offered annually to several qualified individuals.
How is money raised for the Foundation?
Funds are raised from the generous donations of camp family and friends; through fund raising events and activities; a letter campaign; Planned Gifts; and via corporate matching and capital gifts.
Who receives scholarship and how are the recipients chosen?
Certain members of the board of directors, with input from camp administration, meet annually to review applicants. Candidates are chosen by a variety of criteria, including:
The decisions of the board are based on a guiding principle, as well as the current state of the economy and camp enrollment. The Adirondack Scholarship Foundation does not discriminate based on race, religion or nationality.
Is there a set quota for scholarships?
There is not. It is the Foundation’s philosophy that even if camp recruitment is highly successful, many slots will remain for qualified scholarship candidates. For the 2022 camp season, 53 campers were awarded full or partial scholarships.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes. All donors will receive verification of their gift. The Adirondack Scholarship Foundation is a fully recognized nonprofit organization. (click here to see tax-exempt organization information.)
Who are the Board of Directors?
The board is comprised of many summer campers, staff members and parents; interested members of the business sector; and camp administration. (See a list of the Board of Directors here)
The Adirondack Scholarship Foundation, established in 1981, is responsible for providing funds to families of children hoping to enjoy a summer camping experience. This special opportunity is offered annually to several qualified individuals.
How is money raised for the Foundation?
Funds are raised from the generous donations of camp family and friends; through fund raising events and activities; a letter campaign; Planned Gifts; and via corporate matching and capital gifts.
Who receives scholarship and how are the recipients chosen?
Certain members of the board of directors, with input from camp administration, meet annually to review applicants. Candidates are chosen by a variety of criteria, including:
- Financial Need (both full and partial scholarships are awarded)
- Personality, character and relationship with peers
- Recommendation and Reference
The decisions of the board are based on a guiding principle, as well as the current state of the economy and camp enrollment. The Adirondack Scholarship Foundation does not discriminate based on race, religion or nationality.
Is there a set quota for scholarships?
There is not. It is the Foundation’s philosophy that even if camp recruitment is highly successful, many slots will remain for qualified scholarship candidates. For the 2022 camp season, 53 campers were awarded full or partial scholarships.
Is my donation tax deductible?
Yes. All donors will receive verification of their gift. The Adirondack Scholarship Foundation is a fully recognized nonprofit organization. (click here to see tax-exempt organization information.)
Who are the Board of Directors?
The board is comprised of many summer campers, staff members and parents; interested members of the business sector; and camp administration. (See a list of the Board of Directors here)
Full financial disclosure report available upon request