Camp Fire membership entitles you to camp
rental privileges, discounts on summer camping program fees,
the council newsletter and provides you with voting privileges
in the council.
Your support helps our organization inspire more young people to be leaders!
Often our council’s applications for funding from outside sources take
into account our membership numbers, so your small membership dues can really
mean big donations to our council!
No matter what time of year you join, your membership will be good for one full
year. We encourage new members to join in the fall.
Please contact Camp Fire USA Central Ohio
Council at 614-481-8227 for additional membership information, or
via email at ohiocampfire@ameritech.net
MISSION STATEMENT
Camp Fire USA's mission is to build caring, confident youth and future leaders.
Camp Fire USA's core values:
Camp Fire USA adheres to 12 core values that guide the development of programs
and the organization as a whole:
We believe that children and youth are our most precious resources.
We believe in an approach to youth development that builds assets
and empowers individuals.
We believe that the best youth development occurs in small groups
where children and youth are actively involved in creating their own
learning.
We are committed to coeducation, providing opportunities for boys,
girls and families to develop together.
We provide caring, trained mentors to work with children and youth.
We are inclusive, welcoming children, youth and adults regardless
of race, religion, socioeconomic status, disability, sexual orientation
or other aspect of diversity.
We respect and celebrate nature.
We foster leadership, engaging children and youth to give service
and make decisions in a democratic society.
We provide safe, fun and nurturing environments for children and
youth.
We enrich parents' and other adults' lives by expanding their skills
and encouraging them to share their talents and build relationships
with children and youth.
We respond to community needs with our programs and expertise.
We advocate on behalf of children, youth and families.