How can you support Us?
How can you support Us?
Our mission to provide safe outdoor educational & recreational experiences at no cost requires support from the public and those we serve. Funds, in-kind donations, pro bono services, and volunteer labor are all necessary to meet our annual maintenance & administrative obligations.
As an organization operated entirely by volunteers, we rely solely on donor contributions to directly support our objectives to: protect open space, promote outdoor activities, and youth development.
Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc. is an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) public charity. As such, we are able to accept & provide receipts for your tax-deductible contributions.
Will you make a donation to Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc. today?
Picnic Tables Sponsorship Program
The picnic tables at Camp Neipsic are in frequent need of refurbishment and replacement due to the camp’s rugged environment and use. A sponsorship contribution of $100 to the Picnic Tables Sponsorship Program will go towards funding all stages of the picnic table life cycle (maintenance, repair, and construction) ensuring the picnic tables at Camp Neipsic will be safe and available for use by all.
As a thank you, our sponsors will receive a nameplate installed on (1) picnic table, website & social media recognition, and acknowledgment at events.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Donations@FriendsofCampNeipsic.org.
PayPal
When you donate through PayPal Giving Fund, 100% of your donation goes to support Camp Neipsic. All fees are paid by PayPal and you receive an instant tax receipt.
United Way
If you participate in United Way giving through your employer, you can direct contributions to Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc.
Checks
If you wish to contribute by check, please make payable to Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc. Checks can be mailed to:
Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc.
C/O Jim Sime
136 Jessica Dr.
East Hartford, CT 06118
Work Days
If you are interested in volunteering at a Camp Neipsic work day, email Secretary@FriendsofCampNeipsic.org to be added to the email distribution for upcoming events.
Community Service Projects
There are ample ongoing opportunities for both small & large service projects. Email Secretary@FriendsofCampNeipsic.org to discuss potential options.
Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc. relies on donations of professional services to help achieve our goals, avoid risk, and better serve our community. Service providers in a range of specializations can help make a difference. Areas of need include:
Arboriculture
Well Drilling & Pump Service
Land Surveying
Law (nonprofit, tax, environmental, etc.)
Accounting (nonprofit, tax, etc.)
Environmental (enhancements, erosion management, etc.)
Email Donations@FriendsofCampNeipsic.org for more information on pro bono service needs.
A major gift or naming opportunity offers a rare but visable way to create a lifelong connection with Camp Neipsic.
Possible gifts or naming opportunities could include: benches, flagpole, site names, driveway, pond, memorial plaque, etc.
Reach out to Donations@FriendsofCampNeipsic.org for more information and details for major gift giving and naming opportunities.
A gift in your will is a meaningful way to support Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc.
You can complete your gift by including just one sentence (see below) in your will. Since your gift is not realized until after your lifetime, it costs you nothing today. If your life or financial circumstances change, you can amend your gift or change your mind at any time.
No matter the size, a gift in your will to Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc. will help support our mission to serve many more generations of local youth.
Contact Donations@FriendsofCampNeipsic.org for additional information on bequests & devises or to chat more about different options for including Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc. in your will or estate plan.
Seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor.
If you include Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc. in your plans, please use our legal name and include our federal (EIN) tax ID number.
Legal Name: Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc.
Address: 944 Forbes St, East Hartford, CT 06118
Federal (EIN) Tax ID Number: 35-2513872
"I give to Friends of Camp Neipsic, Inc., a nonprofit corporation (EIN: 35-2513872) currently located at 944 Forbes St, East Hartford, CT 06118, or its successor thereto, ______________ [written amount or percentage of the estate or description of property] for its unrestricted use and purpose."