American Camping Association Inc
- Assets
- $14.8m
- Revenue
- $10.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 55
- Location
- Martinsville, IN
- Founding
- 04/1976
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 35-0962419
Organization Overview
American Camping Association Inc, operating under the name Dba American Camp Association, is located in Martinsville, IN. The organization was established in 1976. According to its NTEE Classification (N03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 06/2024, Dba American Camp Association employed 55 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Dba American Camp Association 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 06/2023, Dba American Camp Association generated $10.8m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $10.9m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.7% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2021, Dba American Camp Association has awarded 55 individual grants totaling $799,479. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE AMERICAN CAMPING ASSOCIATION'S (ACA) PURPOSE IS TO FURTHER CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND ADULT WELFARE THROUGH THE CAMP EXPERIENCE AND TO ENSURE THE QUALITY OF CAMP AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS BY PROVIDING BEST PRACTICES AND STANDARDS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CAMP AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT EDUCATION REFLECTS ACA'S COMMUNITY OF PARENTS AND PROFESSIONALS WHO JOIN TOGETHER TO SHARE KNOWLEDGE TO ENHANCE HUMAN DEVELOPMENT. AS A RESULT OF ACA EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES, YOUTH AND ADULTS LEARN POWERFUL LESSONS IN COMMUNITY, CHARACTER-BUILDING, SKILL DEVELOPMENT, AND HEALTHY LIVING . A PRIMARY VEHICLE FOR DISSEMINATING EDUCATION AND INFORMATION TO CAMP PROFESSIONALS IS THROUGH THE ANNUAL ACA NATIONAL CONFERENCE. MORE THAN 1,800 INDIVIDUALS ATTENDED THE FOUR-DAY CONFERENCE IN ORLANDO FLORIDA IN FEBRUARY 2023. NUMEROUS LOCAL AND REGIONAL EVENTS ARE OFFERED. IN ADDITION, ONLINE EDUCATION, INCLUDING ASYNCHRONOUS COURSES, WEBINARS, AND CERTIFICATES OF ADDED QUALIFICATION EXTEND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO NON-TRAVELING LEARNERS. MORE THAN 12,000 LEARNERS PARTICIPATED IN 2022-2023 OFFERINGS. CAMP AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ALSO INCLUDES ACA'S RESEARCH PROGRAMS AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL.
MEMBER AND FIELD SERVICES IS THE MEMBER AND CUSTOMER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OF ACA. TELEPHONE AND EMAIL SUPPORT, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, OPERATIONAL COMPONENTS, AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT ARE PROVIDED THROUGH A NATIONAL STAFF OF ASSOCIATION MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS TO 23 LOCAL OFFICES, WHICH IN TURN, PROVIDE SERVICES LOCALLY TO THE PUBLIC, CAMPS, AND CAMP PROFESSIONALS. ACA HAS ALMOST 10,400 INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS.
ACCREDITATION IS A VOLUNTARY PROCESS THAT OVER 2,600 CAMPS HAVE CHOSEN TO GO THROUGH. THIS COMMUNICATES TO PARENTS THAT A CAMP HAS VOLUNTARILY UNDERGONE A PEER TO PEER REVIEW OF OVER 250 HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDARDS THAT APPLY TO RESIDENT AND DAY CAMPS. THE AIM OF THIS PROGRAM IS TO EDUCATE CAMP STAFF IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF KEY ASPECTS OF CAMP OPERATION, PARTICULARLY THOSE RELATED TO PROGRAM QUALITY AND THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF CAMPERS AND STAFF.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Name Not Listed Treasurer As Of 02/2023 | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Treasurer Through 02/2023 | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $46,575 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,001,928 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $55,155 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,048,503 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $7,329,951 |
| Investment income | $412,120 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $107,388 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$159,625 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $10,778,325 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $204,681 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $1,603,698 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $487,391 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $325,707 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,142,861 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $186,632 |
| Other employee benefits | $542,654 |
| Payroll taxes | $257,364 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $39,193 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $23,300 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $190,500 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $66,934 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $33,961 |
| Fees for services: Other | $590,698 |
| Advertising and promotion | $12,862 |
| Office expenses | $430,895 |
| Information technology | $373,588 |
| Royalties | $3,995 |
| Occupancy | $92,534 |
| Travel | $507,993 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $742,770 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $1,111,668 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $71,613 |
| Insurance | $82,612 |
| All other expenses | $24,002 |
| Total functional expenses | $10,890,135 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $211 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $5,786,473 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $202,696 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $259,046 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $450,893 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $8,112,064 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $14,811,383 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $451,845 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $2,579,781 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $3,031,626 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,785,133 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,994,624 |
| 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 | $14,811,383 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, American Camping Association Inc has awarded $190,881 in support to 11 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
EASTERSEALS COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN PURPOSE: Councilor in Training Program | $18,850 |
TOWN OF LEXINGTON MASSACHUSETTES PURPOSE: Councilor in Training Program | $17,676 |
CAMP FIRE ALASKA COUNCIL PURPOSE: Councilor in Training Program | $18,300 |
NATUREBRIDGE PURPOSE: Councilor in Training Program | $18,250 |
ACTA NON VERBA PURPOSE: Councilor in Training Program | $15,350 |
CAMP BLODGETTAUDUBON PURPOSE: Councilor in Training Program | $14,350 |