Leading Youth To A Better Path
Our mission is to transform the lives of urban youth through
outdoor adventures that build character, confidence, and hope.
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About Camptown
Our Philosophy
We lead youth to a better path through experiential adventure programs in the great outdoors.
Our Mission & Purpose
Our mission is to transform the lives of urban youth through outdoor adventures that builds character, confidence, and hope.
Our Core Values
We’re motivated by our love of kids, and a genuine desire to help them flourish through experiences in the natural world.
Our HIstory
Founded in 1991, we have become a trusted non-profit by staying true to our roots while evolving to meet the needs of today’s youth.
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We Have an Opportunity to Help Kids Flourish, and We Invite You to Join Us
Our mission truly is a community effort, and takes a village to accomplish. We are only able to be successful through a wide range of involvement from people sharing their gifts and talents. This includes parents, youth leaders, volunteers, board members, staff, program partners and many more. Read on to find how YOU could get involved, and make a lasting impact on the next generation.
Happening Now
Camptown Awarded Lowe’s Community Impact Grant
For the past several months, we’ve been quietly working behind the scenes on a major milestone that’s sure to transform Camptown for years to come. Today, we’re excited to finally announce it: Thanks to an incredible partnership with Lowe’s, Camptown has been awarded...
Welcome to Base Camp!
For more than 35 years, Camptown has called a lot of places home. When we take a minute to stop and reflect, we find ourselves amazed at just how far we’ve come: from our beginnings in Tom Lehman’s garage, to our multiple homes across Indianapolis, and now, finally,...
Lessons from Our Youth Leaders
This past March, Camptown hosted its 4th annual Trivia Night and it did not disappoint! On top of a fun evening of questions, dancing, and rock-paper-scissors tournaments, our event raised $24,500 for Camptown’s Youth Leaders! In this blog, we’ll tell two stories...
“During their Camptown experience, the students learned empathy. They learned how to be helpful to each other and meet each other where they are. I saw them helping each other and not being judgemental. They just did what needed to be done to assist others- even the adults.”
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