Faithful stewards of God’s grace should use their gifts to serve others. - 1 Peter 4:10-11 efforts please contact us at: (313) 636-4422 or drop us a note at: Detroit@CampRestore.org Our sincerest thanks to all our stakeholders, community members, donors, volunteers, staff, family, and friends. Together we are transforming lives and reactivating spaces for community use, all done wrapped in the arms of Jesus. If you would like more information about Camp Restore, our programs, or are interested in volunteer
PROGRAMS that TRANSFORM
YOUTH MENTORING and VOCATIONAL TRAINING
Formerly the LANDSCAPE ACADEMY, is now a successful mentoring and training program for youth and young adults, providing pathways to a vocation. In our neighborhood, 72% of residents live at or below low income. We walk alongside students on a path to breaking this cycle and a brighter future.
“Before this, I was stealing cars.” “I am learning to be a good dad to my baby.”
“Without the program I don’t know where I‘d be.” “We’re gonna continue to help the community.” - Quotes from Landscape Academy Students
Reading is the gateway to the world, yet 88% of third graders in Detroit read below grade level, and only 3% of high school students in our neighborhood are proficient in math and reading. Our LITERACY PROGRAM, wrapped in Christian love, is raising the reading level and keeps the Literacy House brimming with students learning to read, cook, and think logically.
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
Our volunteers and vocational training students are beautifying dangerously overgrown areas and reactivating spaces designed with community leadership. Nearly 90% of the properties in our neighborhoods are abandoned.
”During this school year, the kids learned so many new things, to read and write, to solve math problems, and to explore the world around us. They’ve also grown as individuals, becoming more confident, curious, and creative.” ~ Parent
The REDEEMER CAFE & MAKER SPACE is well underway Once complete residents will have much needed computer access, makerspace opportunities to increase vocational skills, and gathering space. The backyard, designed by the National Wildlife Federation, will be a playground for all ages
“We cannot make an impact alone. With community leaders, volunteers, and your generous support, we are reclaiming our neighborhoods.”
The RADIO PATROL is an instrumental program of ‘trained citizens, who are linked with radios and lights while driving through our neighborhoods. The patrol has been instrumental in reducing crime and addressing issues that improve quality of life.
“Radio patrol shows the community we care… When you see one of the patrol cars you know someone cares and you feel safer.”
“Radio patrol is cleaning up the city by reporting and locating illegal dumping and replacing street signs and speed bumps.” “We are assisting with keeping the children safe with crosswalks. … ”
TRANSFORMATION by the NUMBERS
With God’s blessing through your generosity and grant funding we provided… Literacy Program
formerly the Landscape Academy operated in partnership with Everybody Eatz
3 transformative travel trips
76 community projects completed
10 students’ lives positively impacted
Radio Patrol operated in partnership with 4820LIVE
Over 1000 hours of radio patrol
55 Radio Patrol members employed by grant funding
800+ incidents of dumping reported
8 vehicle accidents reported
Community Transformative Projects
72 Community transformative projects
35+ community events
5 community prayer walks
14 community dinners
9 campus tours & dinners
16 reentry events for residents returning from jail
Over 1000 days of volunteer service
Become part of the story
To continue our work uninterrupted, our goal is $206,000.
Your one time gift can support things like:
$50 can support: 5 hours of student mentoring.
$100 can support: 1 month of reading for a child.
$250 can support: 1 student in the vocational training program for a month.
Your monthly gift provides ongoing support for things like:
$10 per month can provide: learning materials for one student.
$25 per month can provide:
$50 per month can provide: 3 days of community projects. 6 months of literacy support for a child.
Make your most generous contribution today:
Make your gift online by scanning the QR Code or go to our website: https://support.detroitcam prestore.org/campaign/639719/donate
Return the enclosed envelope with your check made payable to Camp Restore Detroit.
Dear Camp Restore friends and family:
I write to you in awe of the incredible transformative ministry you make possible through Camp Restore. Together we are changing the landscape of Detroit. We’ve seen a 65% reduction in crime! Before our eyes young lives are being transformed. Spaces once filled with dangerous blight are now brimming with children learning, growing, and playing. This is just a snapshot of the many changes happening on our campus and in our neighborhood thanks to You.
Because this doesn’t happen without people like you, the partnership between our donors, volunteers, and community members is imperative to our success. Looking ahead to 2025 knowing that our partnership, along with God’s grace, is foundational to our success.
Please enjoy this booklet as we celebrate all the ways in which your continuing support and God’s grace is making an impact in the northeast corner of Detroit.
