Camp Ramah In The Poconos
- Assets
- $11.8m
- Revenue
- $7.9m
- Investments
- $1.4m
- Employees
- 287
- Location
- Bala Cynwyd, PA
- Founding
- 03/1983
- Data as of
- 09/2022
- EIN
- 23-1607236
Organization Overview
Camp Ramah In The Poconos is located in Bala Cynwyd, PA. The organization was established in 1983. According to its NTEE Classification (N20) the organization is classified as: Camps, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 09/2022, Camp Ramah In The Poconos employed 287 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Camp Ramah In The Poconos is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2022, Camp Ramah In The Poconos generated $7.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.2m during the year ending 09/2022. While expenses have increased by 3.5% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CAMP RAMAH'S MISSION IS TO CREATE A NURTURING, SAFE, FUN-FILLED, VIBRANT JEWISH COMMUNITY THAT INSPIRES THE EDUCATION, SOCIAL, CULTURAL, MORAL, PHYSICAL, AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH OF CAMPERS AND STAFF, FOSTERING LIFE-LONG JEWISH IDENTITY. RAMAH FACILITATES VALUES-BASED LEARNING AND COMMUNAL RESPONSIBILITY BY PROVIDING A DYNAMIC JEWISH CAMPING EXPERIENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CAMP RAMAH IN THE POCONOS - THE RECREATIONAL OVERNIGHT CAMP SETTING CREATES A NURTURING, FUN-FILLED, VIBRANT JEWISH COMMUNITY THAT INSPIRES THE EDUCATION, SOCIAL, CULTURAL, MORAL, PHYSICAL, AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH OF CAMPERS AND STAFF, FOSTERING LIFE-LONG JEWISH IDENTITY. RAMAH FACILITATES VALUES-BASED LEARNING AND COMMUNAL RESPONSIBILITY BY PROVIDING A DYNAMIC JEWISH CAMPING EXPERIENCE. SUMMER 2022 ALLOWED FOR IN-PERSON PROGRAMS IN A COVID-19 SENSITIVE CAPACITY. WITH CREATIVITY, AND MONETARY INVESTMENTS WE PROVIDED A SAFE CAMPUS TO MANIFEST OUR MISSION BASED PROGRAMS. WE RAN OUTSIDE PROGRAMS AND LIMITED INSIDE ACTIVITIES TO COHORT AGE GROUP NUMBERS. SLEEPING QUARTERS WERE SPACED OUT ACCORDING TO APPRORIATE GUIDELINES. SPECIAL ATTENTION ON STAFF MORALE PROVIDED FOR UBER EATS TYPE ACTIVITIES, ZOOM PROGRAMS, AND WE MAXIMIZED OUR WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES TO CREATE NEEDED JOY.
RAMAH DAY CAMP - THE DAY CAMP SETTING CREATES A NURTURING, SAFE, FUN-FILLED, VIBRANT JEWISH COMMUNITY THAT INSPIRES THE EDUCATION, SOCIAL, CULTURAL, MORAL, PHYSICAL, AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH OF CAMPERS AND STAFF, FOSTERING LIFE-LONG JEWISH IDENTITY. RAMAH FACILITATES VALUES-BASED LEARNING AND COMMUNAL RESPONSIBILITY BY PROVIDING A DYNAMIC JEWISH CAMPING EXPERIENCE. THE CAMP ALLOWED FOR COVID-19 SENSITIVE PROTOCOLS RUNNING OUR 2021 SEASON. MOST ACTIVITIES WERE CONDUCTED OUTDOORS, WITH TENTS WHEN WEATHER REQUIRED. JOY WAS HAD BY ALL THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER.
TIKVAH PROGRAM - THE RECREATIONAL OVERNIGHT CAMP SETTING CREATES A NURTURING, SAFE, FUN-FILLED, VIBRANT JEWISH COMMUNITY THAT INSPIRES THE EDUCATION, SOCIAL, CULTURAL, MORAL, PHYSICAL, AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH OF SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS AND THEIR FAMILIES, FOSTERING LIFE-LONG JEWISH IDENTITY. SUMMER 2022 TIKVAH PROGRAM WAS CONDUCTED AT CAMP RAMAH IN THE POCONOS OVERNIGHT CAMP CAMPUS WITH COVID-19 PROTOCOLS, AS DISCUSSED ABOVE, IN PLACE. JOY WAS HAD BY ALL.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rabbi Joel Seltzer Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $149,127 |
Bruce Lipton Director Of Finance & Oper | Officer | 40 | $138,207 |
Miryam Seid Director Of Institutional | 40 | $119,663 | |
Matt Tanzer Vice President Development | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Andrew Barnett Executive Vice President | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Debbie Albert President | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Driscoll Camper Food | 9/29/22 | $147,857 |
Independence Blue Cross Health Insurance | 9/29/22 | $162,129 |
Downton Construction General Contractor | 9/29/22 | $116,525 |
Am Skier Camp Insurance | 9/29/22 | $165,125 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $714,304 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,025,006 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,516 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,739,310 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,880,936 |
| Investment income | $88,875 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $169,838 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,878,959 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $340,480 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $451,707 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $230,536 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,261,000 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $155,679 |
| Payroll taxes | $153,457 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $8,943 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,925 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $49,241 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,387 |
| Office expenses | $77,057 |
| Information technology | $45,749 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $510,668 |
| Travel | $11,777 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $21,298 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $290,553 |
| Insurance | $172,216 |
| All other expenses | $436,816 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,238,421 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $225,469 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,244,014 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $120,238 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $9,674 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $2,619 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $173,624 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,621,526 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $997,548 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,368,556 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $4,893 |
| Total assets | $11,768,161 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $235,303 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $655,873 |
| Total liabilities | $891,176 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,387,950 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,489,035 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $11,768,161 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Camp Ramah In The Poconos has recieved totaling $125,430.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Foundation For Jewish Camp Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: capacity expansion, | $50,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $38,130 |
Jewish Community Federation Of Greater Rochester Ny Inc Rochester, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSES, SCHOLARSHIP | $21,800 |
American Endowment Foundation Hudson, OH PURPOSE: SPORTS/LEISURE | $15,500 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $2,062,170 |
| Earnings | $87,698 |
| Net Contributions | $164,065 |
| Grants | $87,698 |
| Ending Balance | $2,226,235 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Fresh Air Fund New York, NY | $157,511,340 | $17,546,522 |
National Ramah Commission Inc New York, NY | $12,167,427 | $13,313,084 |
Ramapo For Children Inc New York, NY | $10,937,296 | $6,513,024 |
Gospel Volunteers Inc Speculator, NY | $22,831,003 | $9,014,614 |
Camp Hachsharamoshava Of N Y Inc Honesdale, PA | $10,223,391 | $7,675,937 |
Calleva Inc Poolesville, MD | $7,950,214 | $6,198,564 |
Camp Airy & Camp Louise Foundation Inc Baltimore, MD | $16,851,888 | $7,759,212 |
Camp Ramah In The Poconos Bala Cynwyd, PA | $11,768,161 | $7,878,959 |
Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds Inc Pearl River, NY | $6,361,137 | $5,869,898 |
Franconia Mennonite Camp Association Inc Canadensis, PA | $25,678,752 | $7,776,288 |
Jewish Camp And Conference Service Inc Rockville, MD | $15,388,915 | $6,681,183 |
Midwest Campers Inc Beachwood, OH | $948,560 | $5,680,943 |