Giving Tuesday 2025: A Day of Generosity That Supports Campers for Years to Come
On December 2, 2025, the Camp Ondessonk Community came together in a powerful way, united in support of Camp’s mission.
This Giving Tuesday, 119 friends of Camp joined the movement and raised an extraordinary $32,196, unlocking an additional $12,500 in matching gifts. Together, our Camp Family contributed an inspiring $44,696 to ensure the Spirit of Ondessonk continues to shine for generations of campers.
This success was made possible through the remarkable generosity of the Lowder Family, who pledged a $10,000 match, and Jean and Chuck Weiss, who inspired afternoon giving with an additional $2,500 match. Their leadership amplified every act of kindness, turning individual gifts into transformative impact.
But the true power of the day came from you, our donors, alumni, parents, volunteers, and friends, whose collective support will:
- Inspire campers to believe in themselves.
- Nurture confidence, faith, and friendship.
- Build cabins, trails, and lifelong memories.
- Empower the next generation of leaders.
- Sustain the traditions and spirit that make Camp Ondessonk home.
- Create opportunities for every child to experience a week in the woods.
- Strengthen the community that makes Camp Ondessonk Family.
- Transform lives through faith and adventure.
Your support ensures that Camp Ondessonk remains a place where young people can explore, grow, and lead with confidence and compassion. Every dollar helps create opportunities for campers and strengthens the community that makes Camp feel like home.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Lowder Family and the Weiss Family for uplifting our community through matching gifts, reminding us of the incredible things we can accomplish together.
Most of all, thank you to everyone who made a gift on Giving Tuesday. Because you believe in the power of Camp, future campers will grow, explore, discover, and experience the traditions that shaped so many before them.
Together, we make a difference!
If you didn’t get a chance to make a gift on Giving Tuesday, you can still contribute by:
- Making a gift online at Ondessonk.com/Giving.
- Calling (619) 695-2489 x114 to make a gift over the phone.
- Sending your gift via USPS with “Giving Tuesday” in the memo line to:
Camp Ondessonk, 3760 Ondessonk Road, Ozark, Ill. 62972
