Gilmont Camp and Conference Center

What Gilmont Camp and Conference Center does

Gilmont Camp and Conference Center, legally Presbyterian Camps at Gilmont Inc., is a Texas-incorporated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1940 and headquartered on a forested property at 6075 State Highway 155 N in Gilmer, Texas, roughly 30 miles north of Interstate 20 near Longview. It operates an American Camp Association-accredited Christian camp and conference ministry affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the Presbyterian Camp and Conference Center Association (PCCCA), delivering youth and family summer camps, a diverse portfolio of adult and specialty retreats, an outdoor school program for school groups, and facility rentals to external churches and organizations.

The organization's core product set includes overnight summer camps, day camps, family camps, and roughly twelve named retreat programs (Men's, Women's, Young Adult, Silent, Advent Silent, Winter, Spiritual Formation, Circle of Friends, GGE Family Camp, RPGilmont, Cozy Craft Camp), as well as outdoor school environmental education, facility rentals (meeting, lodging, dining, activities), and ancillary community events such as Battle of the Bags and Worship in the Wild. The supporting technology stack is minimal: CampBrain handles online registration across three portals (summer camp, adult retreats, Circle of Friends), and Network for Good powers donations. The Gluten-Free Safe Spot certification and Texas Department of State Health Services Youth Camp compliance round out operational credentials.

Gilmont monetizes through a combination of program-based fee revenue (summer camps, retreats, outdoor school, rentals) and charitable donations supporting scholarships, the Circle of Friends program, and general ministry. Its go-to-market is community-led, relying on Presbyterian and ecumenical church referrals, faith-based networks, email newsletters, annual reports, and word-of-mouth rather than paid acquisition. It is governed by a board of directors as a church-affiliated ministry rather than by external private equity, venture capital, or public shareholders.

Name

Gilmont Camp and Conference Center

Legal name

Presbyterian Camps at Gilmont Inc.

Website

https://gilmont.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1940

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gilmont Camp and Conference Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Christian camp and conference center in Gilmer, Texas, founded in 1940, serving youth, families, adults, and school groups through summer camps, retreats, outdoor school, and facility rentals via church-affiliated and community referrals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faith-Based Camp and Conference Center

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Religious Organizations (8131)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Places of Worship & Religious Facilities Operations (Cemeteries, Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Sites) (BPAGAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Conference Centers & Dedicated Meeting Venues (THAHAAAB), Academic Enrichment Camps (General Studies) (EDAMALAB)

Keywords

• Summer camp programs
• Faith-based retreats
• Outdoor education
• Conference facility rentals
• Christian youth camps

Headquarters

HQ city

Gilmer

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Summer Camp Programs: Revenue from overnight camps, day camps, and family camp programs during summer season.
2. Retreat Programs: Revenue from various retreat programs including spiritual formation, men's, women's, young adult, silent retreats, and specialty retreats like RPGilmont and Cozy Craft Camp.
3. Outdoor School: Revenue from school group programs during the academic year.
4. Facility Rentals: Revenue from renting facilities to external groups, churches, and organizations for their own events and retreats.
5. Donations and Support: Charitable donations from supporters for camp scholarships, circle of friends programs, and general ministry support.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Gilmont Camp and Conference Center operates a Christian camp and conference facility in East Texas near Gilmer, providing overnight and day summer camps for youth, family camp experiences, a portfolio of faith-based retreats (men's, women's, young adult, silent, spiritual formation, and specialty retreats), outdoor school environmental education for school groups, and facility rentals (lodging, meeting space, dining, activities) to churches and external organizations. The center is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and accredited by the American Camp Association.

Product overview

Gilmont Camp and Conference Center offers a portfolio of outdoor recreational and spiritual development programs centered around its forest property in Gilmer, Texas. The core offerings include Overnight Camps and Day Camps for youth, Family Camp experiences, and a diverse range of Retreat programs for various demographics (men, women, young adults, families, and specialized retreats like RPGilmont and Cozy Craft Camp). The center also provides Outdoor School programs for environmental education and Facility Rentals for groups seeking to host their own events. Additional programs include specific events such as Battle of the Bags and Worship in the Wild. The ministry emphasizes faith development, connection with nature, and community building.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Walking in the Wilderness: Summer camp program branding for Camp Gilmont's overnight and day camp programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Welcomed more than 2,700 guests annually through transformative programs and events

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Presbyterian Church (USA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliation with Presbyterian Church USA as a ministry of the church; provides spiritual foundation and connections to church networks.
• Presbyterian Camp and Conference Center Association (PCCCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership in PCCCA network of Presbyterian camps and conference centers for best practices, accreditation, and network support.
• American Camp Association (ACA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccreditation through ACA ensuring camp meets industry standards for health, safety, and programming.
• Gluten-Free Safe SpotminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertification program for celiac-safe eating environments, allowing accommodation of campers with gluten sensitivities.
• Longview United WayminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership supporting local charitable initiatives and community programs in the Longview/Gilmer area.
• Platinum Transparency (Candid)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransparency recognition through Candid platform demonstrating nonprofit accountability and openness.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mo-Ranch Assembly: Presbyterian camp and conference center in Hunt, Texas Hill Country offering summer camps, retreats, and facility rentals. Most direct peer given shared PCUSA affiliation, Texas footprint, and combined camp/conference center model.
• Camp Buckner: Methodist-affiliated camp and conference center in Marble Falls, Texas offering summer camps, retreats, and group rentals. Comparable faith-based camp + facility rental model in Texas.
• Hoblitzelle Foundation Camp: Texas-based camp and conference center facility operating youth programs and group rentals in a forested setting. Comparable nonprofit camp + retreat venue model.
• Camp Pine Cove: Large Christian summer camp operator in East Texas (Tyler area) serving youth and families with overnight and day camps. Closest regional competitor for Gilmont's youth camp audience.
• Westminster Camps: Presbyterian-affiliated camp network (Westminster, TX) operating youth and family camp programs. Direct peer in mission, denomination, and programming.
• Camp Thurman: Presbyterian-affiliated day camp in the DFW area providing outdoor adventure and faith programming. Comparable faith-based day camp operator serving Texas families.
• Heart O' Texas Conference Center: Conference and retreat center in Brownwood, Texas hosting church retreats, corporate events, and family camps. Comparable mixed camp and facility rental model.
• YMCA Camp Grady Spruce: YMCA-operated resident camp in Graford, Texas offering summer camps and outdoor programming for youth and families. Comparable regional youth camp competitor in Texas.

Broad incumbents

• Kanakuk Kamps: Large Christian summer camp network in Branson, Missouri area serving youth and families with multiple camp properties. Larger established Christian camp brand competing for the same national faith-based family audience.
• Pine Cove (Christian Camps): One of the largest Christian camp operators in the U.S. with multiple Texas properties and broad programming including family camps, youth camps, and city programs. Larger scale incumbent competing for the same regional Christian family audience.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/campgilmont

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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