Week Of Giving: Dec 1 – Dec 8

Will You Consider Supporting Our Campers?

Would you like to help young people discover new experiences and empowering growth opportunities? Partner with us today to provide the life-changing gift of camp and other programs to the youth that we serve.

Double the Impact of your Investment

We have great news! Current and former trustees, donors, and partners all feel that supporting the youth we send to camp is more important than ever. They are willing to match your donation dollar for dollar up to $88,000 to kickstart our Week of Giving Campaign.

It’s so easy! Just make your contribution to A Thousand Summers during our annual Week of Giving starting on Giving Tuesday (December 1) and ending on Colorado Gives Day (December 8) and DOUBLE the impact of your investment.

Create Your Own ATS Fundraiser

Creating a peer-to-peer fundraiser for ATS is more than just about raising money—it’s about building community and changing lives. Every dollar you raise directly supports camperships, helping kids develop leadership skills, resilience, and lifelong friendships. Your efforts create a ripple effect, empowering the next generation to grow, explore, and thrive in the outdoors.

Click here to create a peer-to-peer fundraiser for ATS and click on “Start a Fundraiser” to get started raising money for ATS today!

Together, we can make summer camp a reality for every child.

Click below to hear why Jordan is thankful for your support.

A passion to provide the camp experience to youth with high potential regardless of economic circumstance lies at the heart of our mission. The enduring benefits of extended-stay, outdoor summer camps that promote youth development for today’s underserved youth are more critical than ever in promoting productive citizens and lifelong success. Support underserved youth, and help them achieve a successful future by developing essential career and life skills through the summer camp program.

Give now on our secure donation page

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Donations can also be mailed to our office:

John Austin Cheley Foundation, 1420 N. Ogden St., Suite 204, Denver CO 80218

The John Austin Cheley Foundation is a qualified charitable corporation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service. Gifts to the Foundation qualify for deductions for income and estate tax purposes.