At UCCI, we are entering an extraordinary moment. A time to honor the generations who came before us while boldly preparing for the future. For decades, our camps—Moon Beach, Daycholah Center, and Cedar Valley—have been sacred spaces where families, youth, and individuals encounter God’s creation, discover community, and experience the power of belonging.
If you have walked our trails, worshiped by the lakeshore, shared a meal in community, or sat beneath the stars with friends new and old, you know the life-changing spirit of camp. It is in these simple but profound moments that wonder is sparked, faith is deepened, and lives are transformed.
We are at a pivotal time for UCCI. While our roots are deep and strong, we cannot stand still. We have listened to feedback through surveys, focus groups, and conversations, and we are committed to shaping a future that reflects the needs of today’s families, congregations, and communities.
This means continuing to provide the experiences you know and love, while also creating new ways for people to find a sense of belonging and encounter God’s presence in nature. With your support, we can carry this ministry forward with energy, transparency, and vision.
Spark Wonder: Where Curiosity Meets Creation
Our mission is bold: to raise $150,000 by December 31 to sustain UCCI’s ministry and expand its reach. This campaign is about much more than funding. It’s about preserving the sacred spaces we love while reimagining what camp can be in today’s world.
Spark Wonder Goal $150,000
Your generosity will make it possible to:
Sustain Our Camps – Caring for beloved spaces at Moon Beach, Daycholah Center, and Cedar Valley, ensuring they remain places of peace, safety, and renewal.
Support Our Programs – Strengthening the transformational experiences that nurture spiritual growth, deepen connections, and inspire lifelong faith.
Expand Our Reach – Investing in new opportunities to meet today’s needs: flexible participation options, innovative faith formation, and outreach to communities who may not yet know the gifts of camp.
What You Can Do
We invite you to be part of the Spark Wonder Campaign. Every gift moves us closer to our $150,000 goal and strengthens UCCI’s ability to nurture curiosity, inspire faith, and build community.
Your support ensures that when campers arrive—whether for the first time or the fiftieth—they step into a place that welcomes them and sparks wonder to last a lifetime.
Together, we can keep the campfires burning, the lakeshores singing, and the spirit of camp alive for generations to come. Thank you for considering a gift to UCCI’s 2025 Spark Wonder Campaign and for keeping our community in your prayers as we enter this season of growth.
Why Now
We are at a pivotal time for UCCI. While our roots are deep and strong, we cannot stand still. We have listened to feedback through surveys, focus groups, and conversations, and we are committed to shaping a future that reflects the needs of today’s families, congregations, and communities.
This means continuing to provide the experiences you know and love, while also creating new ways for people to find belonging and encounter God’s presence in nature. With your support, we can carry this ministry forward with energy, transparency, and vision.
More Information & Questions
Donate with a check
Yes! Make check payable to United Church Camps and mail to:
United Church Camps Inc (UCCI)
W1010 Spring Grove Rd
Ripon, WI 54971
To designate one of our sites, just add that note in the memo field.
More Ways to Give
Click here to learn about additional ways to support UCCI by giving to the Moyer Endowment, the Scholarship Fund, and joining the UCCI Legacy Circle.
I have more questions
Having conversations with you about the needs and future of outdoor ministry is invited and appreciated! Please email or call:
Rev. James Schleif
[email protected]
800-683-UCCI(8224)
