Westview Needs

A Vision for Westview

Christian stewardship gives us the opportunity to give of ourselves. God's stewards give of themselves in many ways: time, talents, service and tithes.

Over the years, Westview on the James has been blessed in receiving many gifts from friends. These gifts, both modest and substantial, have made a significant impact on the development of Westview's programs and facilities.

At Westview on the James, we have the opportunity to give of ourselves in many ways. Westview has the need for funds, for gifts in kind, for service and prayer.

Here is an opportunity for you to respond, as an individual or member of a group, to others in need of help.

Current Westview Needs...

Westview has the need for the following items in 2005. The list below represents a sampling of some of the most-needed items for the coming year. Items which our program and maintenance budgets simply would be unable to take care of in a timely and necessary manner to insure Westview's facilities stay at their best. Perhaps you or your group could help fund some of these projects and/or be involved in their completion. Gifts for partial or full cost will be appreciated. Please designate your gift if you so desire. If you would like to contribute the item (rather than making a monetary contribution), please contact the camp office.

A Vision for the Present

Gifts can be made toward the cost of existing facilities at Westview. Most of the existing buildings and other facilities have not yet been named. A gift of 25% of the original cost of any of WEstview's existing facilities will provide you with the opportunity to name the facility.

A Vision for the Future

Gifts can be made toward the cost of planned facilities at Westview. A gift of 50% of the cost of any of Westview's planned facilities will provide you with the opportunity to name the facility.

Acknowledgement of Gifts

There are many ways of saying "Thank you." At Westview, we are prepared to recognize your gift with a variety of acknowledgements.

Westview is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.

Please complete and send the following form when making a donation or contribution.

Friends of Westview Annual Fund

You can make a difference...

There is no doubt! The lives of children, youth and adults are enriched by the experiences at Westview. Whether it be through summer camp, a church retreat, a mission project, adventure camp or a day event, the opportunity to grow in one's faith, make new friends and enjoy the many natural and man-made resources is possible at Westview.

As Westview has grown over the years, the need for additional capital to help maintain, refurbish and upgrade our facilities has been increasing. Westview's Annual Fund was launched in 2002 for the purpose. The impact these donations have had on the life of our camp is significant. Every dollar donated helps enrich the quality of the Westview experience and brings us closer to reaching our mission.

To offer "a place apart" for Christian hospitality and learning that helps people of all ages affirm and grow in their faith as they experience the wonder of God's creation.

Who are "The Friends of Westview"

Persons who love Christ, care for the church, and have a passion for children and youth ministries are among the Friends of Westview. They include parents and grandparents of campers, former campers and staff. They include current and former Board of Directors who have helped to guide the growth of WEstview's outdoor ministries over the years. Other donors include retreat and mission team participants and individuals who were called to ministry at WEstview on the James.

What is my gift used for?

Gifts can be designated for summer camp scholarships to help all God's children enjoy a church camp experience or to help refurbish and upgrade current facilities. Funds can also be used for small capital improvements to meet the needs of our campers and retreat guests.

Friends of Westview receive..

Friends of Westview receive special mailings and newsletters about upcoming events, retreats and programs at Westview on the James. Friends of Westview receive our thanks and appreciation and the knowledge that their gift is helping to make a positive difference in the lives of children and adults.

How to become a Friend of Westview...

To become a Friend of Westview, simply complete this form, by choosing an Annual Giving Level, and mail your gift. The Friends of Westview Annual Fund runs from February 1st through January 31st annually. Gifts are tax-deductible as permitted by law.

Transforming Experience s...

This was the young man's third summer at camp. After he returned home from his most recent week, he shared with his mother he would like to be baptized. He wanted the people who demonstrated a Christian lifestyle and shared their faith to be a part of this special service of commitment. He wanted to be baptized in a place where he felt closest to God - he wanted to be at Westview.

A group of youth, adults and other adults traveled a great distance from another state to offer a living example of their faith in action by offering their time and talents to a family in need of a little extra help. Days of hard work, prayer, laughter and sore muscles gave way to tears as they prepared to leave for home. Sitting around the campfire on their last evening at Westview they pondered- Who benefited most the family or them?

A camp counselor was saddened when the time came to stand in the counselor's circle one last time. He had shared many summers at Westview as a camper, junior staff and senior staff. The time had come to move on to a new adventure. However, he knew the experiences shared, faith developed and friendships made while at Westview would provide a strong foundation for a life-long Christian lifestyle.

The teenager felt the stress and pressures of school life were almost to much to handle. Her parents were understanding and supportive, but it was hard to share everything with them. That's when she remembered the upcoming middle school retreat at Westview. She decide to go and called a friend to come along with her. There she met old camp friends and made some new friends. Played games, sang songs and worshiped together. Climbed, hiked, went boating, studied scripture and spent some time with her thoughts in the out of doors. She felt better and rembered she was never alone.

Your Support & Gifts are Appreciated!

xoxo Westview