Mission
Camp Fire First Texas has been an inclusive, innovative leader in youth development since 1914. It provides opportunities for youth to grow and succeed in life through programs that foster skills essential for personal and academic success. Camp Fire offers camps, afterschool enrichment, teen leadership programs, and professional development for early childhood educators.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
1914
EIN
75-0851201
Total Assets
$4.325 million
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
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At a Glance
Camp Fire Creates Powerful Youth Experiences
Learn how Camp Fire connects youth to outdoor experiences and helps them thrive.
Young+Influential: How Youth Can Get Involved in Elections
A blog highlighting youth involvement in democratic processes.
2022-23 School Readiness Program Evaluation Report
An evaluation report detailing the success of the School Readiness Program.
Impact Stats
84%
Percentage of youth showing growth
2019 Camp Fire Youth Outcomes
Youth reported significant increases in social-emotional skills.
Ongoing
Endowment Fund Duration
El Tesoro Foundation Established
Created a permanent endowment fund to support all of Camp Fire's programs.
90
Years of Operation
Camp El Tesoro 90th Anniversary
Celebrated nine decades of camping and outdoor education.
Past Events
Camp El Tesoro 90th Anniversary
2024-06-01
Celebrated the 90th Anniversary of Camp El Tesoro.
An Artists' Christmas
2023-12-10
A festive celebration including art, music, and community engagement.
Absolutely Incredible Kid Day
2024-03-10
This annual event promotes awareness of the importance of youth involvement.
Upcoming Events
Breakfast with Santa & Holiday Market
2024-12-07
Join us for a family-friendly holiday event with activities and free photos.
Learn More
Camp Classic Trail Run
2025-03-07
Participate in a 5K, 10K, or Kids Fun Run through Camp El Tesoro's beautiful grounds.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Camp El Tesoro Summer Camp
An overnight camp enriching children’s lives through nature-based programs.
Learn MoreEarly Education Workforce Development
Fostering professional development for early educators.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Camp Volunteer
Help with various tasks at our events and camps, supporting youth development programs.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"I don’t get stuck because I can always come back to the growth mindset that I learned from Camp Fire."
Jakob D.
Camp Fire Alum, Former Counselor
"I saw some spark come back to my son, and I am a grateful mama."
Camp Parent
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
69
50
/100
Program Expense Ratio
68.41%
6
/20
Program Revenue Growth
24.07%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.3356
10
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.4667
6
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
1.404
10
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 5.124M | 70.36% |
| Program Services | 2M | 27.47% |
| Investment Income | 18.53K | 0.25% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 6.829K | 0.09% |
| Other Notable Sources | 148K | 2.03% |
| Total Revenue | 7.283M | 100.00% |
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