Camp Sycamore Creek Inc General Information Contact Information nprofit Camp Sycamore Creek Inc Address 1003 Stonewall Drive Nashville, TN 37220 Phone (615) 818-6566 Web Site Web Site Facebook Facebook Email thestakelbecks@yahoo.com At A Glance Year of Incorporation 2006 1
Mission & Impact Statements Mission The mission of Camp Sycamore Creek is to enrich the lives of inner city children by providing them the opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled camp experience while also teaching them values and life skills. Background Camp Sycamore Creek was previously owned and operated by Youth Encouragement Services for 40 years. They started the camp in 1969. During their last few years owning the camp, there was great need of major structural repairs and renovations. The camp came under new ownership and leadership in 2010. At that time, major renovation occurred to provide the kids with the best camp experience possible. Camp Sycamore Creek's goal is to continue to provide free camp use for Y.E.S. in a wonderful environment of nature. Impact Our greatest accomplishments at Camp Sycamore Creek this year have been: 1) expanding,leveling and seeding the athletic field 2) placing a protective barrier backstop on athletic field at home plate 3) added two new soccer goals 4) constructed platform for 20 ft (diameter) authentic teepee for use in additional activity and learning space 5) purchased large recreational slip-n-slide for use in summer camps 6) placed new doors and entry stoops on cabins and bathhouses. In the near future, CSC plans to 1) construct outdoor shelter and tables for use at archery range 2) install culverts and drainage grates for gravel drive to prevent wash-outs from rain 3) purchase archery equipment and become certified for NASP (National Archery in Schools Program) 4) install commercial doors on dining hall 5) plant and cultivate indigenous herbs and trees for future outdoor/wilderness camps 6) add additional zipline to high ropes course. Needs Upgrade drainage for gravel drive - $15,000Purchase three stationary evaporative coolers - $6000 Purchase and install two commercial doors for dining hall - $5000Purchase sound system and projector - $5000Add additional zip line - $7000Purchase 100 sanitary mattress covers for entire camp- $3600 Please visit our website for more information on how to help. Other ways to donate, support, or volunteer All donations can be mailed to Camp Sycamore Creek, c/o Gary Semanchik, 1003 Stonewall Dr, Nashville, TN 37220. All volunteer inquiries, please contact Brandon Stakelbeck at 615.818.6566. Service Categories Primary Organization Category Youth Development / Youth Development Programs Secondary Organization Category Religion- Related / Christianity Tertiary Organization Category Environment / Environmental Education Areas of Service Areas Served TN - Davidson TN - Dickson TN - Rutherford TN - Robertson Middle Tennessee 2
Board Chair Statement As an ex-teacher and coach, I have always been involved with helping children. I have always tried to enrich their lives. I believe that inner city children need the most help of all. The inner city children live in a environment that many of us can't even imagine. You can make a difference in the lives of these children by giving them the opportunity of a lifetime - a trip to summer camp! Camp helps children escape from the negative activity they face in their neighborhoods every day. Camp will give them the opportunity to spend a week in a safe, positive environment surrounded by caring counselors and staff. CEO Statement Camp Sycamore Creek is working to ensure that no inner city child is denied the benefits of summer camp due to financial disadvantage. Thousands of children in our inner cities need financial help to get to camp this summer. It's more than recreation, it's changing a life. Many children have never had the opportunity to explore outside of their own neighborhoods. Our camp can provide this life changing experience for these children. 3
Programs Programs Ropes Course Description Presently includes a professionally installed 300" zip line, a 60" giant swing and a 35" leap of faith. Future plans include a rock climbing wall and both a high ropes course and a low ropes course. Population Served,, Inner City Youth Summer Camp Description Category The main mission is to provide children from the inner city areas of middle Tennessee with the opportunity to attend a week of summer camp where they can enrich their lives spiritually, physically and emotionally. Camp Sycamore Creek works with various non-profit organizations to provide the facility for the young people enrolled in their individual programs and does not discriminate based on race, religion or economic status. Youth Development Youth Development, General/Other Population Served Youth/Adolescents only (14-19 years),, Law Enforcement Community Relations Description Category Camp Sycamore Creek wants to provide the facility for law enforcement agencies, both local and state, to conduct events in which they can build better relationships with the constituents they serve. This is especially important when dealing with inner city youth, who are often fearful and distrustful of the law enforcement officers who serve their neighborhoods. Youth Development Youth Development, General/Other Population Served Youth/Adolescents only (14-19 years),, Youth Physical Fitness Awareness Description Category Camp Sycamore Creek plans to expand the physical fitness activities that are available as much as possible. Increasing the awareness of youth about the importance of physical fitness and good nutrition is an important part of the development of a well-rounded individual. Youth Development Youth Development, General/Other Population Served Youth/Adolescents only (14-19 years),, CEO Comments One of the major challenges is to fund the many activities that we want to include at the camp that would teach effective leadership skills, communication skills, respect for each other and to pull resources to succeed in reaching a common goal. Hopefully these activities will help to make these children better citizens. 4
Governance Board Chair Board Chair Gary Semanchik Term Jan 2006 to Dec 2018 Email gsemanchik@comcast.net Board Members Name Affiliation Status Rick Betts CPA Voting Jason Edgely Army Special Forces Voting Phil Irwin Neal & Harwell Voting Ryan Semanchik Operations Manager Kubra Voting Adam Semanchik Fitness Center Director Voting Board Demographics - Ethnicity African American/Black 0 Asian American/Pacific Islander 0 Caucasian 6 Hispanic/Latino 0 Native American/American Indian 0 Other 0 0 Board Demographics - Gender Male 6 Female 0 Unspecified 0 Governance Board Term Lengths 1 Board Term Limits 0 Board Meeting Attendance % 100% Written Board Selection Criteria? Written Conflict of Interest Policy? Percentage Making Monetary Contributions 100% Percentage Making In-Kind Contributions 100% Constituency Includes Client Representation Yes Number of Full Board Meetings Annually 4 5
Management Executive Director/CEO Executive Director Mr. Gary Semanchik Term Start Apr 2008 Email gsemanchik@comcast.net Staff Full Time Staff 2 Part Time Staff 2 Volunteers 50 Contractors 0 Retention Rate 100% Plans & Policies Does the organization have a documented Fundraising Plan? Yes Does the organization have an approved Strategic Plan? Number of years Strategic Plan Considers N/A In case of a change in leadership, is a Management Succession plan in place? Does the organization have a Policies and Procedures Plan? Yes Does the organization have a ndiscrimination Policy? Yes Does the organization have a Whistle Blower Policy? Does the organization have a Document Destruction Policy? Affiliations Affiliation Year Chamber of Commerce 2009 Senior Staff Brandon Stakelbeck Title Director/Camp Manager 6
Experience/Biography Brandon manages the Camp Sycamore Creek calendar for programs and rentals. Brandon also manages all maintenance of the facilities and grounds. All workgroups and volunteers operate with the oversight of Brandon. Title Tracy Stakelbecks Experience/Biography 7
Financials Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Start Jan 01 2018 Fiscal Year End Dec 31 2018 Projected Revenue $45,000.00 Projected Expenses $37,900.00 Endowment Value $0.00 Endowment Spending Percentage (if selected) 0% Detailed Financials Revenue and Expenses Total Revenue $41,184 $36,462 $46,688 Total Expenses $40,240 $41,690 $30,658 Revenue Sources Foundation and Corporation $0 $0 $0 Contributions Government Contributions $0 $0 $0 Federal $0 $0 $0 State $0 $0 $0 Local $0 $0 $0 Unspecified $0 $0 $0 Individual Contributions $35,286 $32,655 $27,836 Indirect Public Support $0 $0 $0 Earned Revenue $5,890 $3,801 $18,850 Investment Income, Net of Losses $8 $6 $2 Membership Dues $0 $0 $0 Special Events $0 $0 $0 Revenue In-Kind $0 $0 $0 Other $0 $0 $0 8
Expense Allocation Program Expense $33,881 $35,743 $24,620 Administration Expense $6,359 $5,947 $6,038 Fundraising Expense $0 $0 $0 Payments to Affiliates $0 $0 $0 Total Revenue/Total Expenses 1.02 0.87 1.52 Program Expense/Total Expenses 84% 86% 80% Fundraising Expense/Contributed Revenue 0% 0% 0% Assets and Liabilities Total Assets $236,643 $235,699 $240,927 Current Assets $36,363 $29,281 $28,267 Long-Term Liabilities $0 $0 $0 Current Liabilities $0 $0 $0 Total Net Assets $236,643 $235,699 $24,927 Short Term Solvency Current Ratio: Current Assets/Current Liabilities -- -- -- Long Term Solvency Long-Term Liabilities/Total Assets 0% 0% 0% Top Funding Sources Top Funding Source & Dollar Amount Contributions, Gifts & Grants $35,286 Contributions, Gifts & Grants $32,655 Contributions, Gifts & Grants $27,836 Second Highest Funding Source & Dollar Program Services Earned Revenue Earned Revenue Amount $5,890 $3,801 $18,850 Third Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Investment Income $8 Investment Income $6 Investment Income $2 Capital Campaign Is the organization currently conducting a Capital Campaign for an endowment or the purchase of a major asset? Capital Campaign Goal $0.00 Capital Campaign Anticipated in Next 5 Years? State Charitable Solicitations Permit TN Charitable Solicitations Registration Yes - Expires June 2018 GivingMatters.com Financial Comments Financial figures taken from 990EZ only. 990EZ was prepared by Betts & Rubio, PLLC. Foundations and corporations are included with individual contributions as they were not separated in the 990EZ. Schedule B removed to protect donor privacy.comments provided by Elizabeth Madsen 12/22/16 Created 11.28.2018. Copyright 2018 The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee 9