“Fund the Future” is CISV New York’s fundraising campaign that aims to fund local and international camps yearly for the chapter.
You can see the 2023 drive on GoFundMe, but you can also donate directly via PayPal.
The New York tri-state area is one of the most expensive urban areas in the world. As of 2023, we estimate that CISV New York must raise $200,000 every year to maintain the chapter up and running. We aim to annually plan, host and run:
- two local minicamps
- one free one-week long program for 11- and 12-year-olds from our metropolitan area
- one international summer program
- chapter development meetings
- multiple community events
Where does your donation go?
- Your donation supports our flagship Mosaic – Faces of New York summer camp, a free one-week long program for 11- to 12-year-olds from our metropolitan area;
- Funds the international summer programs that our chapter is required to host in order to continue operating as part of CISV USA and CISV International;
- Increases the annual number of scholarships we offer to children from underserved groups, who may not be able to attend an international CISV camp without a scholarship;
- Helps us develop and deliver training and support for our chapter’s volunteers; and
- Widens access to our local activities to families from all socio-economic backgrounds.
Here are some of the costs to host a 4-week long Village program for delegations from 12 different countries, 6 JCs and camp staff (as of 2023):
Item | Cost |
Fund 1 day of Village accommodation and meals for 12 delegations (12 adults and 48 children), 6 JCs and 4 staff | $6,370 |
Fund Village accommodation and meals for 28 days for 1 person | $2,457 |
Fund auto rental for 1 day | $200 |
Fund 1 day of Village for 1 person | $91 |
Fund two-way coach transportation for 1 person | $70 |
Fund excursion and meal for 1 person | $60 |
Fund laundry for 1 person | $40 |
Fund camp t-shirt for 1 person | $20 |
In addition to the above, other camp hosting expenses include the cost of a nurse, staff training, staff stipends, office and crafts supplies, laundry, amongst others. Total hosting cost hovers around $160,000-$200,000, depending on our host site partner.
All donated amounts count, no matter how small.
Your tax-deductible gift will provide programs that educate and inspire action for a just and peaceful world.
100% of every dollar goes directly into programming. Our chapter is fully run by volunteers. CISV New York has no paid employees (zero!).
If you prefer to donate by mail, no problem! Mail your check to:
CISV New York Treasurer
Joe Jarencio
266 Northfield Avenue
West Orange, NJ 07052
CISV NY a 501c3 nonprofit organization. EIN/Tax ID #31-0616471. Your donation is tax deductible.
Here’s a breakdown of how the chapter raises funds, as of 2023:
Revenue Source | % of Total Revenue Goal |
Program fees | 24% |
Membership fees (families) | 6% |
Membership fees (individuals) | 1% |
Grants | 14% |
Fundraising | 55% |
CISV New York thanks you for your generous donation, no matter the amount!
Questions? Contact newyork@cisvusa.org.