Support Summit Adventure

Since 1971, Summit has used wilderness and adventure-based learning to encourage people out of their comfort zones and into the unfamiliar realm of challenge and growth. We do this in a number of course locations, and are continually looking for new course areas and organizations to partner with. Regardless of where we are or who we are working with, there is one group of people that Summit absolutely could not function without: our generous and faithful financial donors.

Why Donate to Summit?

As an independent, non-denominational 501(c)(3) ministry, Summit does not receive any financial support from a denomination, camp, church, or other parent organization. Throughout the history of Summit, we have existed solely on course revenue and private donations. In fact, donations routinely make up roughly 50% of our operating budget, and the ministry would not survive without the continued financial donors.

There are many reasons to donate to Summit, including:

  1. You support the mission statement of Summit Adventure.

    2. To facilitate transformational learning that strengthens relationships, deepens faith, and builds compassion through Christ-centered outdoor adventure, service, and experiential education.

  2. You benefited from a Summit experience and would like to enable others to have the same experience.

You can find more information in our Case For Support. (link to Case for Support) and read our 2010 Year in Review

Who Donates to Summit?

Current and Former Staff
Summit Adventure Alumni
Friends and/or family of Summit Staff and Alumni
Organizations
Corporate Partners
People who believe in adventure-based ministry and experiential education.

Donation Options:

Cash, Check or Credit Card Donations (one-time, monthly or yearly contributions)
Sales or Donation/Transfer of Real-Estate
Stocks, Bonds and Mutual Funds
Vehicles/Vessels
Endowments
Legacies
Gifts-In-Kind (goods and/or services in lieu of cash donations)
Please contact us for a list of Gifts-in-Kind needs or if you have a possible idea.

Types of Donations:

  1. Undesignated Donations

    2. Unless otherwise designated, all donations are considered “Undesignated Donations” and go to the general operating fund of Summit.

  2. Designated Donations

    3. Gear / Equipment: It takes specialized Gear & Equipment to run Summit courses, and that gear constantly needs to be repaired and updated. View our current list of Gear needs.

    Base / Property: Summit’s main building is a 4,000 square foot log building that serves as a community living space for our seasonal staff. Built in the 1930s, it constantly needs repair and maintenance. View a current Base needs list.

    Course Scholarships: Every year, Summit provides financial assistance for organizations and individuals who cannot afford the course tuition. This could be for one particular course, or general financial aid for any of our courses. For a list of current financial needs, please contact the Summit office.

    Course Specific: Summit conducts courses for a wide variety of populations (youth, family, college, disabled, etc), and you may designate a course of your choice.

How you can donate?

You can mail in a donation (PO Box 498 Bass Lake, CA 93604), call us and make a donation over the phone (559.642.3899), or make an online donation using our secure online server.

Make an Online Donation

As a 501(c)(3), all donations are tax-deductible and you always receive a receipt for your gift.

Thank you very much for your financial support of Summit Adventure. This ministry simply could not survive without you!