The Campership Fund
The Campership Fund is a private foundation based in Edgewater, Florida, that financially assists people seeking to attend camps for Christian Scientists. It supports applicants from all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and internationally, and says it supports individuals rather than any particular camp.
The Campership Fund at a glance
In short: The Campership Fund gave $1.4M across 8 grants in 2024 (avg $181K), top state Missouri. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,444,915
- +4.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 8
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $180,614
- +4.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $138,350
- Total assets
- $1,959,792
- +30.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Missouri (31% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to The Campership Fund
- How to Apply
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The fund describes an online application process. Its website says it supports applicants attending listed camps and programs and reviews awards based on financial need.
- Review Cycle
- The 2024 filing lists no deadline. The website says applications have a deadline; it states that 2026 applications are closed, and its FAQ identifies May 15 as the summer application deadline.
- Deadline
- The 2024 filing lists no deadline.
- Contact
Application contact: Kathryn Green
Mailing address: 125 E Ocean Ave, Edgewater, FL 32132
Phone: (904) 614-5889
Website: https://campershipfund.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Campership Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cedars Camps ($442K). Together the top 8 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
37 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 16 grants of 37 (43%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The fund says it supports applicants from all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and internationally. Among its 2024 grant dollars, the reported recipient-state shares were Missouri 31%, Maine 27%, Colorado 19%, Michigan 15%, and Pennsylvania 4%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Campership Fund gives
- In 2022 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.3M (2022) to $1.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 8 grants totaling $1.4M.
*2021: Covers 18 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedars Camps Lebanon, MO | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $442,216 |
| Camps Newfound Owatonna Harrison, ME | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $387,809 |
| Adventure Unlimited Buena Vista, CO | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $243,039 |
| Camps Leelanau Kohahna Maple City, MI | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $212,925 |
| Crystal Lake Camps Hughesville, PA | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $63,774 |
| CherishAbility Portland, OR | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $41,694 |
| Discovery Bound Greenwood Village, CO | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $30,068 |
| Camp Bow-Isle | Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs. | $23,390 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The fund files Form 990-PF.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,959,792 | $2,254,078 | $1,838,176 | $1,444,915 | 8 | $1,803,767 | $102,943 | — |
| 2023 | $1,503,902 | $1,741,345 | $1,676,159 | $1,385,698 | 8 | $1,632,414 | — | — |
| 2022 | $1,355,468 | $2,558,518 | $1,600,152 | $1,286,497 | 8 | $1,576,085 | — | $22,621 |
| 2021* | $448,806 | $1,920,715 | $1,744,537 | $1,344,492 | 13 | $614,266 | $3,314 | $29,250 |
*2021: Covers 18 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The fund’s stated mission is to identify, encourage, and financially assist individuals to attend the camp for Christian Scientists of their choice. It considers awards of up to 75% of funding based on financial need. Its website says each camp has its own campership fund that may help families needing assistance beyond that amount.
The fund’s 2024 grants went to camps and related organizations. Among the grantees described in their own materials, an individual recipient says it offers Christian Science summer camp activities aimed at character building, outdoor education, spiritual growth, teamwork, and individual interests. Camps Newfound and Owatonna says it serves campers through Christian Science, spiritual growth, discovery, and recreation. Adventure Unlimited describes its work as recreational adventure, leadership, service, education, and community activities fostering spiritual growth and healing in an environment where Christian Science is lived. CherishAbility says it supports Christian Scientists with developmental special needs and their families through financial assistance, resources, and experiential enrichment activities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the fund reported 8 grants totaling $1,444,915. Grants ranged from $23,390 to $442,216, with a median of $138,350. The filing describes the grants as paying camp tuition for campers based on financial need. The largest awards were $442,216 to an individual recipient, $387,809 to Camps Newfound Owatonna, $243,039 to Adventure Unlimited, $212,925 to Camps Leelanau Kohahna, and $63,774 to an individual recipient Other listed awards were $41,694 to CherishAbility, $30,068 to Discovery Bound, and $23,390 to Camp Bow-Isle.
The website says applicants apply online and that applications are reviewed for completion, then passed to a local representative who verifies the application, speaks with the family about its need, and contacts a reference. The applications staff and a confidential committee review applications and make awards based on financial need; the family and camp are notified. The filing states that awards are restricted to up to 75% of campership tuition fees. The website lists eligible camps and programs, including the first-year NLC experience at A/U.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Cosy Schneberger, Jennie Webster, Patti Paul, Matt Sonnesyn, Scott Siewert, Joy Schwentker, and Nancy Moothart as trustees; Marilyn Baum as secretary; Martha Weiss as treasurer; and Kaki Green as executive director.
The organization’s website lists Kaki Green as executive director, Marilyn Baum as secretary, and Martha Weiss as treasurer. It also lists Jack Kavanagh as outreach director, Cameron Martindell as development officer, Beth Lerberg as applications manager, and Michael Jensen in design and technology. Its website lists Rob Blackwell as chair of the board’s executive committee and Cosy Schneberger as vice chair.
The Campership Fund is led by Kaki Green, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; 3 of 16 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Kaki Green
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$40K (2021) → $87K (2024)
Rob Blackwell
Chairman
Trustee → Chairman, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cosy Schneberger
Trustee
Executive Director → Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
$13K (2021) → $0 (2024)
Bill Merritt
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joy Schwentker
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matt Sonnesyn
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Moothart
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Norman Bair
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Siewert
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Christie Hanzlik
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Don Wallingford
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Heidi Heinbaugh
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennie Webster
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Patti Paul
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marilyn Baum
Secretary
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
$5K (2021) → $9K (2024)
Martha Weiss
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
9 hrs/week
$5K (2021) → $13K (2024)
Former officers (5)
- Former: Betsie Tegtmeyer (2021–2022) — Vice Chairman
- Former: Ken Whitmore (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Stacy Poznick (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Chris Bordeaux (2021) — Trustee
- Former: Leslie Greenman (2021) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $87K, to Kaki Green (Executive Dir.). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Campership Fund
How much does The Campership Fund give each year?
The Campership Fund gave $1.4M across 8 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.4M across 8 grants.
What is The Campership Fund's typical grant size?
The Campership Fund's median grant in 2024 was $138,350, and its average grant was $180,614, across 8 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Campership Fund give grants?
The Campership Fund's top state is Missouri, with 31% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Maine (27%) and Colorado (19%).
Does The Campership Fund give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 8 grants with a stated purpose on The Campership Fund's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Pay Camp tuition for Campers based on financial needs." (8 grants).
Who are The Campership Fund's largest grantees?
The Campership Fund's largest 2024 grantees include Cedars Camps ($442,216), Camps Newfound Owatonna ($387,809) and Adventure Unlimited ($243,039), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 74% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Campership Fund?
The Campership Fund reported $2.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $2.3M.
What does The Campership Fund fund?
The fund’s stated mission is to identify, encourage, and financially assist individuals to attend the camp for Christian Scientists of their choice. It considers awards of up to 75% of funding based on financial need. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Campership Fund?
The fund describes an online application process. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Campership Fund's EIN?
The Campership Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-1987690. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 15, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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