Celebrating 2022

Dear Friends,

You make summer camp at Wanakee possible, and summer camp at Wanakee changes lives.

Don’t take my word for it – here’s what parents are saying:

Campers sharing their talents in the Outdoor Chapel.

“Because of Wanakee, my camper learned what it means to be loved (that was his answer when I asked him).”

“Because of Wanakee, my camper found herself, her confidence, grew in her faith and kindness, felt loved and accepted…I could go on forever!”

“Because of Wanakee, my child has a deep sense of home and belonging. Because of Wanakee, my child feels accepted.”

It was not a given that Wanakee would bounce back from our 2020 closure. Many camps and retreat centers remained closed last summer, some permanently. In 2022, you and other donors, supporters, and volunteers like you empowered Wanakee to not only resume our programming at close to full scale, but to continue investing in our facility and our future. Our rebound is not complete, but your strength, dedication, and shared purpose lights our path forward.

For making all of that possible, and for continuing to demonstrate your belief in the power of the Wanakee mission and experience through your prayers, gifts of time, and financial support, I am deeply grateful. I know we can count on you today and for years to come, and invite you to start by making a year-end donation to launch us into 2023.

I wish you peace, health, and hope this Christmas season, and look forward to welcoming you home to camp soon.

Grace and Peace,

James B. Tresner

Executive Director