About Us

Joy of Living Camp exists to provide opportunities for all generations to experience life change through Jesus Christ, in the beauty of His Creation.

Why Choose Joy of Living?

The heart of Joy of Living Camp lies in our people—the dedicated staff who work tirelessly to create a welcoming and nurturing environment for every camper. We believe that camp is more than just a place to have fun; it’s a close-knit family where children feel loved, supported, and connected. Our team is passionate about helping kids build meaningful relationships with both adults and their peers, fostering a community where everyone is encouraged to grow and succeed together.

Since our founding in 1993, we’ve been dedicated to making camp accessible to all children, regardless of race, color, religion, or ethnic background. We strive to make Joy of Living Camp affordable for families, offering scholarships to those facing financial difficulties. Our goal is to ensure that every child can experience the joy and growth that camp offers. When you choose Joy of Living, you’re choosing a safe, fun, and transformative summer experience where your child will feel truly at home.

Our Mission & Vision

Our mission is more than just a summer camp—it's the culmination of all our efforts throughout the year. Every rental, retreat, and event we host serves as a fundraiser to send kids to camp during the summer.

All year long, we focus on this one goal: to provide these children with a transformative experience that will leave them with powerful memories and a stronger foundation of faith that will guide them throughout their lives.

At Joy of Living Camp, we are committed to providing underprivileged children with a summer filled with joy, faith, and friendship. Our six-week overnight camp, nestled on 760 beautiful acres by the Mohican River, is designed to be a life-changing experience for kids ages 7-15.

Here, children can immerse themselves in a supportive, faith-centered environment where they can grow spiritually, connect with God, and build lasting friendships. Surrounded by the beauty of nature, every activity is crafted to deepen their understanding of Biblical principles and help them feel valued, both as individuals and as members of our loving camp community.

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Years in Operation

Milestones of Hope and Change

Core Value 1: A solid foundation built on Christ

Matthew 22:37: "'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.”

We seek to honor Christ with our words and actions, and we strive to make the camp a place where Christ is glorified in all that we do. Our hope is that everyone who visits Joy of Living Camp would see Christ reflected in our lives and through our interactions, creating a stronger desire to know Him better. We invite Christ into our meetings, mealtimes, teachings, and daily interactions through humble prayer and worship.

Core Value 2: Focused on Relationships

John 13: 34-35: “A new command I give you: love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”

We strive to prioritize building relationships with fellow camp teammates, campers, and visitors. We commit to lovingly coming alongside all who visit the camp and guiding them toward a God-centered relationship with Christ. We also strive to create an environment where believers new and old can foster their own discipleship relationship with Christ.

Core Value 3: Fostering Transformation

Romans 12:2a: “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

We commit to providing a welcoming, edifying environment where followers of Christ will further their transformation into His likeness and where unbelievers will come to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. It is our hope and prayer that every camper and visitor to Joy of Living will come closer to discovering the part they are to play in God’s story for their lives. We want to see lives be transformed at camp.

Core Value 4: Working with Excellence

1 Corinthians 10:31: "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

We strive for excellence in everything we do, knowing that our work for the kingdom of God requires perseverance and mindfulness. We shall not be overcome by carelessness or indifference in our work or interactions. We seek to engage everyone with full attentiveness, whether they be donors, camp families, visiting groups, or fellow teammates. We affirm our intention to exhibit a high level of care and concern for anyone who comes on our property. We desire to be good stewards of all that God has given us, so we want to experience every blessing He has given us to the fullest, whether that’s riding a horse or eating a meal.

Core Value 5: Living Joyfully

John 15:11: “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.”

We want everyone who steps onto the camp property to experience the joy we have in Christ, so we endeavor to abide in Him so his love and peace will permeate our hearts and minds, even when times are difficult. We intentionally choose positivity, focusing on the hope Christ promises and gives to all who believe. We will let our lights shine so everyone can see God through us.