- To provide a weeklong, residential summer camp experience for children, teenagers, and young adults challenged by developmental disabilities.
- The campers who participate in Camp Hope are able to experience the growth opportunities and joy of a recreational summer camp where they participate in typical summer camp activities.
- To provide respite for families of children, teenagers, and young adults challenged by developmental disabilities.
- For the families of our campers, these five days of camp may be the only days of respite they receive the entire year. Camp Hope is a place where family members can be assured that their child, ward, brother, or sister is well cared for. This sense of comfort allows them to take some time for well-deserved rest and relaxation.
- To provide a challenging and rewarding service opportunity for high school and college students.
- The students who take on the roles of buddies and group leaders will give a week of their summer in complete selfless service. The life lessons and perspectives they will gain during these five days of service is unparalleled to anything else they will ever experience.
- To promote community involvement and ecumenical harmony by encouraging the participation of various community supports and organizations.
- Camp Hope provides many outlets for community involvement. Anyone can become involved in Camp Hope by providing meals, offering services, or giviing time as a volunteer during a camp session. Persons of ALL faith backgrounds are encouraged to get involved, thereby resulting in ecumenical harmony.
