Dear Friend,

 

Since 1953, Camp Sertoma has provided an enriching and affordable summer camp experience for thousands of young people. Each year, approximately 900 youth between the ages of 5 and 17 attend. Resting on 110 acres of beautiful woodland, Camp Sertoma is located nine miles east of Binghamton in the hills of Kirkwood.

 

Imagine getting your first boost onto the back of a horse. Finally swimming fearlessly across the pool. Gripping the oars on your maiden voyage around the pond in a canoe. You can offer local children new adventures and lifelong memories like these by contributing to our Camp Sertoma Scholarship Drive.

 

Each two-week camp session is $270, and just $27 provides a day of camp for a child in need. Over 70 percent of school-age children in the City of Binghamton come from families with a combined income below the poverty level, and summertime often means limited supervision for these disadvantaged children. Our quality summer camp offers an engaging alternative in a safe and supportive environment.

 

Please consider contributing to our scholarship drive. Camp Sertoma is currently in its 57th year, and, with your help, it will impact the lives of numerous young campers this summer who wouldn’t be there without you.

 

Thank you for your continued support!

 

Sincerely,

 

John Burtis

Board President

Boys & Girls Clubs of Binghamton