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ANNUAL REPORT 2014

Our Mission The Mission of KIDS IN CAMP is to make the wonder of a camp experience available to kids from all backgrounds. As they learn about themselves and others in a camper-focused program, they gain positive memories that will last a lifetime.   The camp experience teaches cooperation, acceptance of others, sportsmanship, tolerance and an environmental ethic in a unique way that is impossible to duplicate elsewhere. Each year KIDS IN CAMP will sponsor children to attend one of over 300 camps throughout Ontario, all accredited by the Ontario Camps Association.  Our Vision  Every child deserves the opportunity to play, have fun, and make friends in a safe camp environment. Our vision is that no child would be prevented from attending camp due to financial considerations. We are committed to helping as many children as possible participate in this unique opportunity.

Our Values Equity • Empathy • Accountability • Quality

Bob Smith, President, Jack Goodman, Vice President Joc Palm, Treasurer, Liz Greenway, Secretary Elaine Cole, Jay Haddad, Catherine Ross, Patti Thom

2014 was another noteworthy year for Kids in Camp. Being just our s ixth year in operat ion, we continued to grow and mature as a charity, with our goal to send as many deserving kids as possible each summer to Ontario Camps Association accredited camps. We are a charity for all OCA camps.

As a valuable component of our ongoing growth and development, during 2014 the Board undertook a Strategic Planning Retreat. Saturday November 1 was an amazing day with all eight KIC Board Members meeting together with our Facilitator and eight especially-invited participants to brainstorm, share and work as one to mould and shape ideas to help guide and drive KIC forward. The depth and extent of OCA camping experience in the room was incredible. Following the Retreat, the Board received a "Summary of Strategic Directions for Consideration and Action". The Board wasted no time in beginning to take action. One notable and important undertaking saw the hiring, on March 2, 2015, of our first paid employee, a part-time Administrative Assistant. We welcome Michael Bakker to our team.

KIC continues to be blessed with dedicated and committed volunteers and wonderful donors, fundraising partners, supporters of all KIC-related events, and corporate sponsors. Thank you all! A special shout out of appreciation to the many OCA accredited camps that join with us to provide the summer experiences that last a lifetime. On our website (www.kidsincamp.com), under the Campership link, you can read heart-warming Camper Stories and A Mother's Story.

We look forward to working with even more OCA accredited camps in 2015 to send even more deserving kids to camp.

Bob Smith President  

__________________________________________________ 206 Lord Seaton Road, Toronto, ON, M2P 1K9, 416-948-5437

www.kidsincamp.com [email protected] Charitable registration # 845550169 RR0001 

Annual Report 2014 Page 1

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE MISSION • VISION • VALUES

KIDS IN CAMP BOARD

2014 2013

$ $

Fundraising revenue 156,042 222,844

Donations 32,808 62,558

Total Revenue 188,850 285,402

Less fundraising expenses 65,301 87,199

Net Revenue 123,549 198,203

Administrative expenses 17,820 14,956

Income from Operations 105,729 183,247

Camperships Provided 67,993 79,797

Net Income for Year 37,736 103,450

This was my first time at camp..I would like to come back next year...camp is an 11 out of 10!!! Lochlan

I learned how to do tricks on a wake board...my counsellors were amazing and so chill. Paytton

I did the bucket challenge but fell in...I hope I can come back every year! Mackenzie I learned you should work as a team with team work..I will come to this camp every summer. Pyper-Lyn

The camp setting is very supportive and inclusive: no one felt left out. Michael

..they know how to cheer me up when I am having a down day. Leanna


STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2014

QUOTES FROM 2014 CAMPERS

Pass The Music On #2 On Sunday November 30, 2014 at the Glenn Gould Theatre, CBC Headquarters in Toronto, about forty participants from seven camps performed before an audience of three hundred. The performers impressed and delighted their audience with a variety of entertainment including group and solo singing, dancing, bands and drumming. The performers had been selected by the partner camps during the previous summer as the best talent to represent their camps. These finalists were then rated by a panel of expert judges. Highlights from the 2014 event are available at www.passthemusicon.com.

The event raised $42,000 for KIC through ticket sales, partner camp donations and generous individual donors.

The great success of this event is largely owing to the commitment and effort of the planning committee: Jonny Lightman, Chair, Elaine Cole, Sol Birenbaum, Jian Magen, Laura Cappe, Howie Grossinger, Sari Grossinger, Eric Shendelman and Garry Cummins with assistance from Jeff Bradshaw and Rose Attard.

The participation of the partner camps: Walden & Madawaska, Robin Hood, Manitou, Crestwood Valley, New Moon, Tamarack and Wenonah is greatly appreciated.

The next Pass the Music On event with even more talented camps and campers is scheduled for November 29, 2015 at the Glenn Gould Theatre.

Rachel Savlov Camp New Moon Winner, Pass The Music On 2014

Kids in Camp threw its best party yet on the evening of May 1, 2014 on board the Captain Mathew Flinders. With camp songs playing quietly in the background, the crowd circulated in the upper deck lounge enjoying a drink and snacks while greeting friends and viewing the many silent auction items.

At 7:00 p.m., Captain Duncan and his crew cast off and we began our gentle cruise of the Toronto harbour. Some passengers wandered outside to stroll the deck and view the cityscape while others socialized inside. Soon the aroma of dinner wafting up the stairwell enticed the passengers to the dining room below and the delicious buffet dinner being served. As darkness fell and the bidding escalated, we enjoyed the spectacular view of the Toronto skyline in all its nighttime splendor.

KIC is grateful to the efforts of Barb and Peter Gilbert and their enthusiastic committee: Margaret Bernardo, Pat Birnie, Brian Blackstock, Jen Dundas, Jill Dundas, Janet Fine, Barb Hnatiak, Polly Hodgetts, Bev Jahnke, Phil Legate, Payge Mildebrath, Ellen Nash, Catherine Ross, Megan Snape and Patti Thom.

We sincerely appreciate the many guests who attended in support of KIC and the generosity of the following individuals and businesses who willingly donated silent auction items: Barberian’s Steakhouse, Brian Blackstock, Debbie Bowles, Gene Canning, Elaine Cole, Cricklewood Orchards, Dance As You Go Pottery, Barb and Peter Gilbert, Barb Hnatiak, Brenden Hnatiak, Hoselton Sculptures, Rob Huffman, Ray Kettlewell, L’Arche Daybreak Studio, Kim Lugsdin, Joyce McDonald, Phil Manuel and June Rankin, Polly Marston, Beverly Moffett, Kimberley Nash, Oconto Paddles, Catherine Ross, Saugeen Shafts, Scholastic Canada, Shendy’s Swim Centre, Bob Smith, Kim Smith, Megan Snape, Sunny Rock Bed & Breakfast, Tallis Choir, Mary-Ellen and Rex Taylor, Think Muskoka Inc., Thirty One Gifts Canada

The event raised a total of $4,100.00 to enable many deserving campers to enjoy the benefits of a summer camp experience.


2014 FUNDRAISING EVENTS

ALL ABOARD FOR KIC!CAMPERS HAVE TALENT!

The Fifth Intercamp Classic was held on Monday May 19, 2014 at the Powerade Centre in Brampton. Close to 1500 attendees watched or participated in a variety of sports, enjoyed great food, tried their luck in the annual raffle, played on the inflatables and explored the tent of event partner, Yo Sox!

Seventy-six teams with a total of 800 players participated: 18 Softball, 32 Handball and 26 Flag Football. Over 100 volunteers supported the event.

We express our thanks for the efforts of organizer, Josh Howard, the strong support from the camps that fielded teams, the players, who are also fundraisers, and the many volunteers, sponsors and donors. As a result, many more children will enjoy the happiness and growth that a camp experience brings.

Winning Teams Handball Junior Girls – Solelim 99 (MVP: Alyssa Nicer) Middle Girls – White Pine 97 (MVP: Sabrina Brodkin)  Senior Girls – Shalom (MVP: Casey Rosen)  Football  Junior Boys – Solelim 98/99 (MVP: Josh Aber)  Senior Boys – Winnebagoe 95 (MVP: Adam Miller)

Softball  University/Rec – Kadimah (MVP: A.J. Wineck)  Alumni – White Pine (MVP: Josh Green)   Top Fundraising Teams  1. Walden Handball 98 – $3,610 2. Tamarack Alumni Softball – $3,440 3. Timberlane Football 98 (Wexler) – $3,280  Top Fundraising Individuals  1. Noah Sliwin – $1,070 2. Leor Ekstein – $1,050 3. Josh Howard – $970 4. Annie Smith – $860 5. Noah Fogel – $790   Sponsors (Monetary or In-Kind Contribution):  Head Counselor - $5,000+ Brettler/Mintz Foundation Hart Entertainment Magen Boys Entertainment Athletic Knit  Program Director - $2,500+ Audi  Yo Sox Zodiac Camps, Swim & more  Unit Head - $1,800+ Gluskin Sheff & Associates Belly Buster Submarines Harvey Kalles Real Estate/Matthew Zimmerman  Genumark  

Activity Head - $1,250+ Burger Shack Campus Vacations S-Trip! The Element Games  Counselor - $750+ Global Imaging Toronto Flag Football League The Mason Group Eagle Professional Resources All Seniors Care  Camper - $350+ Kiva’s LF Optical  Alternate Reaction Royal Taxi Stark Auto Sales CampBrain Spray Lake

Over one hundred family members, friends and colleagues financially supported the efforts of a team of twenty-one runners who participated in the October 14, 2014 Scotiabank Charity Challenge resulting in a donation to Kids in Camp of $7,588. Veronica Fine assisted with the online fundraising activities.

KIC sincerely thanks the following participants: Martha Alphonso Jackson Bartlett Katy Bartlett Tyson Bartlett Kayla Best Sheila Best Jodie Campbell Clara Chisholm Eirinn Chisholm Jake Chisholm Kimberly Davis Ciara Dennehy Veronica Fine Kim Graydon Martha MacLeod Joanna Nicholson Jane Snape Megan Snape Dave Wigg Robin Wigg Samantha Wigg


2014 FUNDRAISING EVENTS

FIFTH INTERCAMP CLASSIC

SCOTIABANK TORONTO WATERFRONT MARATHON CHARITY CHALLENGE

NUMBER OF CAMPS NUMBER OF CAMPERS NUMBER OF WEEKS TOTAL $ AMOUNT

2009 11 157 190 $ 45,570

2010 8 19 61 $ 14,403

2011 20 123 266 $ 37,525

2012 33 158 342 $ 73,071

2013 51 305 664 $ 79,797

2014 51 214 512 $ 67,993

Total 976 $318,359

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The OCA accredited camps that provided great 2014 summer camp memories

Angela Fountain Arrowhead Camp Camp Arrowhead Autism Ontario Kids Camp Camp Awakening B’nai Brith of Ottawa Belwood Lodge & Camp Camp Can Aqua Celtic Sports and Arts Camp Camp Cherith Circle Square Ranch Camp Couchiching County of Brant Summer Fun Camp Frontier Trails Camp Camp George Girl Guides of Canada Ontario Council Hockey Opportunity Camp

Hollows Camp International Music Camp Jack & Pat Kay Centre Camp Camp Kawartha Camp Kennebec Kinark Outdoor Centre Camp Kirk Camp Kodiak Camp Manitou Camp Medeba Mill Stream Bible Camp Camp Mishewah Camp Nagiwa Pearce Williams Christian Centre Camp Ramah Rideau Hill Camp Camp Robin Hood Safari Zoo Camp

Selah Camp Camp Shomria Camp Solelim St. Vincent de Paul Camp Camp Tamarack YWCA Camp Tapawingo Camp Timberlane Camp Towhee Trent Summer Sports Camp University of Toronto Camp Camp Wahanowin Camp Walden Camp Wanapitei Camp White Pine Winning Techniques Camp Zodiac Day Camp 

Bob Smith, Interim Chair Elaine Cole, Liz Greenway, Ellen Nash, Joc Palm, Catherine Ross, Megan Snape, Patti Thom

Shortly after the deadline for applications each year, a special Campership Committee appointed by the Board meets to allocate the available funds to benefit as many deserving campers and involve as many camps as possible.


All KIC campers attend OCA accredited camps

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2014 DONORS

$10,000

Anonymous donor

$100 - $249

Camp Kennebec Roberta Cole Stephen and Janet Fine Jordanna Grossinger Alli Perri Students at Westmount Collegiate Institute, Thornhill Jill Vandal Peter White Perla Zeigen Anonymous Donors (8)

$7,500 - $9,999

Anonymous donor

$5,000 - $7,499

Anonymous Donors (2)

$2,500 - $4,999

Ryan Steiner Anonymous Donors (4)

$1,000 - $2,499

Nancy Brown Larry and Pearl Bell Peter and Barb Gilbert Ontario Camps Association Annual Conference Raffle Jocelyn Palm Seneca College Students Anonymous Donors (2)

CIBC Children’s Foundation Elaine Cole Jane McCutcheon and Ted Tiemessen Bob Smith Patti Thom Anonymous Donors (2)

$500 - $749

$250 - $499

Glen Bernard Camp Howie and Sari Grossinger Sally Palm Parkland Industries Camp Walden Anonymous Donors (2)

Anonymous Donors (3)

$750 - $999

DONATIONS RECEIVED IN HONOUR OF

Alan Banack Mel Bottner Sol Birenbaum and Camp Walden Lara Caplan and Nicole Hausman Jarred Cole Camp New Moon Camp Tanamakoon Stella Gelfand Alf Grigg Howie Grossinger Sari Grossinger Chloe Lin Larry Nicols Ogilvie-Harris/Tremblay Wedding Mike Pearce Nimal Perera Lorne Solish Tedfest That Never Was Josh Wood

IN MEMORIAM DONATIONS RECEIVED FOR

Margaret Bourne Doris Branson Barbara Blake Gilchrist Gianni Gioseffini Mitchell Pham Eivon Rafael

Kids in Camp greatly appreciates the generous support of CampBrain.

Kids in Camp would like to acknowledge Our Kids Media for its ongoing support in promoting

summer opportunities for kids.

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