Wisconsin Lions Camp

What Wisconsin Lions Camp does

Wisconsin Lions Camp is a Wisconsin-based nonprofit residential camp serving children and adults with disabilities across five distinct disability populations, operating free of charge to camper families. Founded in 1956 and approaching its 70th anniversary in 2026, the organization is a project of the Wisconsin Lions Foundation, embedding it in the statewide Lions Club donor and volunteer network. The program is delivered on a 440-acre campus in Rosholt, Wisconsin, centered around a 45-acre lake, with ACA (American Camp Association) accreditation signaling compliance with health, safety, and specialized programming standards.

The organization's core service is residential camp programming for individuals with disabilities — a labor-intensive, credential-dependent service that cannot be readily substituted by technology. Supporting infrastructure includes year-round facility rentals (mid-August through May), a newly launched on-site disc golf course, and standard camper application deposits ($25). The business model is primarily donation-funded through the Wisconsin Lions Foundation and Lions Club affiliate network, supplemented by a small but growing portfolio of earned-income lines.

Operational capacity is in the 51–100 employee range, with active hiring underway across kitchen, maintenance, and healthcare functions. Strategic activity in the most recent period includes a new Events Director appointment (Adam Brandt), a partnership with the Epilepsy Foundation of Wisconsin to expand epilepsy-specific programming, and formalization of a 2026 facility rental pricing structure. The organization has no disclosed technology platform or digital product; outreach is conducted through a Calendly-enabled tour booking flow and a YouTube channel.

Name

Wisconsin Lions Camp

Legal name

Wisconsin Lions Foundation

Website

https://wisconsinlionscamp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Wisconsin Lions Camp is a 501(c) nonprofit residential camp in Rosholt, Wisconsin, serving children and adults with disabilities across five populations free of charge. Founded in 1956 and operated as a project of the Wisconsin Lions Foundation, it delivers ACA-accredited programming on a 440-acre campus.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Accessible Recreation Services

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (72121), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds (721211)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Seasonal & Long-Term Campsites (Snowbirds, Extended RV Stays) (THAMAJAF), Adventure Base Camps (Trek/Climb/Expedition Camps) (THAGAOAG), Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus) (THAMAJAJ)

Keywords

• Disability summer camp
• Residential camping programs
• Adaptive recreation services
• Nonprofit youth services
• Special needs camp

Headquarters

HQ city

Rosholt

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Funded by Lions Clubs, businesses, organizations, and individuals who donate to support free camp experiences for Wisconsin youth and adults with disabilities
2. Disc Golf Course Fees: 18-hole disc golf course open to the public for $5 per round, with season passes available. Proceeds support the Wisconsin Lions Camp.
3. Facility Rentals: Meeting spaces, lodging, and RV/campsites available for rental from mid-August through May. Spaces include Crafts, Duplexes, Health Lodge, Pinewood, Dining Hall, Memorial Building, Rec Shelter, and Board Room.
4. Camper Application Deposits: $25 application deposit required for camper applications, which may be waived for families in need

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wisconsin Lions Camp provides free week-long residential summer camp sessions for Wisconsin youth (ages 6-17) and adults with disabilities, with specialized programming for Blind/Visually Impaired, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Intellectual Disabilities or Autism, Diabetes, and Epilepsy populations. Beyond camp sessions, the 440-acre facility generates supporting revenue through an 18-hole public disc golf course, year-round facility rentals (meeting spaces, lodging, RV/campsites), and full-service catering, all operated under the Wisconsin Lions Foundation.

Product overview

Wisconsin Lions Camp offers a unified summer camp program providing free week-long residential camp experiences for Wisconsin youth and adults with disabilities. The camp operates specialized sessions for five populations: Blind/Visually Impaired, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Intellectual Disabilities or Autism, Diabetes, and Epilepsy. Additionally, the facility offers year-round rental services including meeting spaces, lodging accommodations (Crafts, Duplexes, Health Lodge, Pinewood Lodge), RV/campsites, and an 18-hole public disc golf course. Activities include challenge courses, waterfront activities, and general recreation. The camp is a project of the Wisconsin Lions Foundation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Served thousands of campers over 70 years of operation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Epilepsy Foundation of WisconsincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Epilepsy Foundation of Wisconsin partners with Wisconsin Lions Camp to support campers in the Epilepsy Youth session. The foundation provides specialized support and resources for youth with epilepsy attending camp, which runs concurrently with the Blind or Visually Impaired Youth session.
• Wisconsin Lions FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWisconsin Lions Camp is a project of the Wisconsin Lions Foundation. The Foundation provides organizational support, governance, and likely funding through donations from Lions Clubs, businesses, organizations, and individuals throughout Wisconsin.
• Wisconsin School for the Blind and Visually ImpairedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an educational placement option for campers who are blind or visually impaired, indicating a connection for camper referrals.
• Wisconsin School for the DeafminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReferenced as an educational placement option for campers who are deaf or hard of hearing, indicating a connection for camper referrals.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CampLionsWI
• Xx.com/WILionsCamp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wisconsin-lions-camp

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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