Camp Giving

Give to Camp

Your gift helps provide camp experiences for children and youth from Chicago and Cicero—creating space for growth, connection, and new perspectives.

All online donations are processed securely. Your gift directly supports ICI’s camping programs and related expenses.

ICI is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and all donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

Creating Space for Kids to Experience Something Different

ICI’s camping programs give children and youth the opportunity to step away from their daily environments and experience something new. Through camps and outdoor experiences, students build relationships, grow in confidence, and gain perspective that’s often difficult to access in the city.

Camp creates space for deeper conversations, reflection, and meaningful connection with trusted leaders—experiences that can have a lasting impact long after camp ends.

How Camp Gifts Are Used

Gifts designated for camp help make experiences possible that many students would not otherwise have access to, including:

Day camps and overnight camping trips
Transportation, meals, and supplies
Camp facilities and program materials
Trained staff and counselors who walk closely with students
Scholarships that remove financial barriers to participation

These experiences help students build confidence, strengthen relationships, and imagine new possibilities for their futures.

Why Camp Matters

Time away from routine allows students to slow down, reflect, and connect in new ways. Camp experiences often deepen trust between students and leaders and open the door for conversations that don’t always happen in everyday settings.

For many kids, camp becomes a defining moment—one that shapes how they see themselves, their relationships, and what’s possible for their lives.