FRIENDS OF CAMP COLTON
Mission Statement
Friends of Camp Colton cultivates exceptional outdoor learning experiences that inspire Northern Arizona youth to grow, discover, and connect with the natural world. In partnership with Flagstaff Unified School District, Friends makes Camp possible for approximately 1,500 students each year by expanding access, supporting innovative programs, and investing in Camp’s facilities and future. Nestled below the San Francisco Peaks, Camp’s unique off-grid setting gives students opportunities to unplug from technology, challenge themselves, and discover their strengths. Through hands-on exploration and outdoor activities, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills while building curiosity, independence, and confidence. Friends works to ensure that every child—regardless of income or circumstance—can experience the transformative power of learning and growing in nature.
Financial Overview — FY 2024
Compared with Peers
FY 2024| Ratio | This org | Peer median | Position (P10 → P90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Program expense ratio
Program expenses / total expenses
· higher is better
|
94.6% | 82.4% |
P10P90
|
Top quarter |
|
Admin expense ratio
Management and general / total expenses
· lower is better
|
2.0% | 13.0% |
P10P90
|
Top quarter |
|
Fundraising expense ratio
Fundraising expenses / total expenses
· lower is better
|
3.4% | 0.3% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Fundraising efficiency
Fundraising expenses / gross fundraising income
· lower is better
|
36.8% | 51.4% |
P10P90
|
Above median |
|
Operating reserve
Months of expenses covered by net assets
· higher is better
|
47.5 mo | 13.6 mo |
P10P90
|
Top quarter |
|
Liabilities to assets
Total liabilities / total assets
· lower is better
|
6.6% | 1.0% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Revenue concentration
Share of revenue from the largest source
· lower is better
|
97.6% | 91.6% |
P10P90
|
Below median |
|
Revenue growth
Year over year revenue growth
|
808.2% | 10.6% |
P10P90
|
|
|
Expense growth
Year over year expense growth
|
171.4% | 11.2% |
P10P90
|
|
|
Surplus margin
Surplus as a share of revenue
|
75.6% | 6.0% |
P10P90
|
Impact
4 programs| Outcome / Program | People Served | Cost / Service | # Completed | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved social and emotional well-being and education | 750 | $400.00 | 675 | Per Week |
| Improved education and social connection | 250 | $10.00 | 245 | Per Day |
| Improved social and emotional well-being and education | 50 | $700.00 | 90 | Per Week |
| Developed teamwork and leadership skills while connecting with nature. | 50 | $300.00 | — | Per Week |
Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net Assets | Program % | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.5M | $849K | $3.4M | 94.6% | 0 |
| 2023 | $383K | $313K | $682K | 87.1% | 0 |
| 2022 | $282K | $279K | N/A | — | 0 |
| 2021 | N/A | N/A | N/A | — | — |
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