Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima

What Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima does

Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima is a nonprofit Catholic summer camp operation sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester, NH, comprising two sibling overnight camps: Camp Fatima for boys (founded 1949, on Upper Suncook Lake in Gilmanton Iron Works, NH) and Camp Bernadette for girls (founded 1953, on Lake Wentworth in Wolfeboro, NH). The organization serves children ages 6-15 from primarily New England, Northeast US, and limited Canadian/European markets, plus a dedicated co-ed Special Needs Week program (launched 1979) at Camp Fatima for campers with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together the camps accommodate 450+ campers per session at Fatima alone, with a combined staff of 27 year-round employees plus large seasonal counselor and instructor teams organized by division (Boating, Land/Sports) with 1:4-5 camper-to-counselor ratios and 24/7 medical coverage. Programmatic offerings span waterfront activities (swimming, kayaking, sailing, waterskiing), land sports, arts, adventure programs (high ropes, rock climbing, archery), equestrian activities, and integrated Catholic faith formation including daily Mass, adoration, reconciliation, and rosary.

The underlying technology platform is minimal: registration and payment processing runs through CampBrain, parent-camper communication is handled via Bunk1, and the website (bfcamp.com) serves as the primary marketing and information hub. There is no proprietary software, mobile app, or AI/ML capability; the service is fundamentally human-delivered, with ACA accreditation covering 300+ health and safety standards and NH DHHS licensing on top of diocesan oversight. Revenue is generated through three streams: camper tuition (1-week sessions $1,300, 2-week sessions $2,500, Special Needs Week $1,000, CIT program $625-$1,875, with a $250 per-camper registration fee), ancillary services (laundry $40, change-weekend trip $100, Early Bird discounts $150), and an annual donation campaign (2026 goals of $25K for Bernadette and $35K for Fatima) accepting monthly recurring gifts, stock transfers, Donor Advised Funds, Qualified Charitable Distributions, and third-party scholarships. Distribution is direct-to-consumer via CampBrain online registration, phone/email sales support, open houses, and parish-based outreach through the diocesan network.

Name

Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima

Legal name

Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima, Inc.

Website

https://bfcamp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima operates two nonprofit Catholic overnight summer camps (founded 1949 and 1953) in New Hampshire under the Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester, serving 450+ children ages 6-15 per session per camp with faith formation, traditional outdoor activities, and a co-ed Special Needs Week program for campers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Summer Camps

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAMALAA

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

Education/Supplemental & Enrichment Programs (Arts, STEM, Language)/Summer & Holiday Enrichment Camps (Multi-Activity, Academic)

SECONDARYMPAKAJAA

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps)

Media, Entertainment & Sports/Sports (Leagues, Teams, Events, Venues)/Sports Camps, Academies & Training Centers

SECONDARYTHAGAOAI

Group Camping & Scout Camps

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Camping & Glamping Facilities

Keywords

• Overnight summer camps
• Catholic youth camps
• Faith-based camping
• Special needs camping
• Children's summer programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Gilmanton Iron Works

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Camper Tuition: Primary revenue from session-based tuition fees ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 per session for regular campers. Special Needs Week sessions are $1,000 each. CIT program charges $625 per session or $1,875 for full summer.
2. Donations: Annual campaigns raise funds for camp improvements. 2026 campaign goals: Bernadette $25,000 (raised $11,590) and Fatima $35,000 (raised $23,870). Accepts monthly recurring donations, one-time gifts, stock transfers, Donor Advised Funds, and Qualified Charitable Distributions from IRAs.
3. Additional Services: Optional paid services include laundry ($40), change weekend trip ($100), and early bird discounts ($150). Registration fees of $250 per camper per session apply.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima jointly operate two residential Catholic summer camps in New Hampshire—Camp Fatima (boys, established 1949, Gilmanton Iron Works) and Camp Bernadette (girls, established 1953, Wolfeboro)—serving children ages 6 to 15 with overnight sessions of traditional camp activities, faith formation, and supervised recreation. The combined ministry additionally offers an inclusive Special Needs Week and a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) leadership program, sold as multi-week session packages rather than as a single integrated product.

Product overview

Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima are brother-and-sister Catholic summer camps operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester, NH since 1949/1953. Together they offer traditional overnight camping experiences for boys and girls ages 6-15, with Camp Fatima (boys, est. 1949) on Upper Suncook Lake and Camp Bernadette (girls, est. 1953) on Lake Wentworth. The portfolio includes two core camp programs differentiated by gender, a joint Special Needs Week program for campers with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and a Counselor-in-Training leadership program. Both camps feature comprehensive activity offerings including waterfront sports, land sports, adventure activities (ropes courses, climbing, archery), arts programs, and Catholic faith formation integrated throughout daily life. Registration is managed through the CampBrain platform with sessions ranging from one to two weeks in duration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Special Needs Week: A co-ed program at Camp Fatima dedicated to welcoming campers with intellectual and developmental disabilities, offering a faith-filled camp experience with adapted activities. First launched in 1979.

Products and services

• Camp Fatima (Boys Overnight Camp)
• Camp Bernadette (Girls Overnight Camp)
• Special Needs Week
• Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program
• 2026 Summer Sessions

Quantifiable outcome

• 75+ years of continuous operation with multi-generational campers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Roman Catholic Diocese of ManchestercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCamps Bernadette and Fatima are sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Manchester, NH. The Diocese founded both camps (Fatima 1949, Bernadette 1953) and continues as the sponsoring organization. Camps are programs of the Diocese, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Diocesan Safe Environment Training is required for all staff.
• NH Knights of ColumbusminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVolunteer organization that supports camp operations. NH Knights of Columbus groups provide volunteer support that helps keep camp affordable for families.
• NH Catholic School GroupsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal Catholic school groups volunteer at camp and provide support. Discounts are available for NH Catholic School families.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camp Cedar: Traditional boys' overnight camp in Maine offering waterfront, land sports, and adventure programming. Directly comparable in scale, traditional model, and New England geography to Camp Fatima.
• Camp Towanda: Traditional co-ed overnight summer camp in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, with comprehensive activity programming including waterfront, sports, arts, and adventure. Comparable in traditional multi-activity overnight camp model, though in a different region.
• Camp Quannipow: New Hampshire-based traditional overnight camp for girls on Lake Sunapee, offering multi-activity programming similar in scope and seasonality to Camp Bernadette. Closely comparable in geography, scale, and traditional overnight camp model.
• Camp Chipinaw: Traditional boys' overnight summer camp in Swan Lake, NY with similar sports, waterfront, and adventure programming. Comparable in scale, traditional model, and Northeastern geography.
• Camp Manitou: Established boys' overnight camp in Maine offering traditional multi-activity programming with waterfront, sports, and adventure activities. Comparable in scale, traditional model, and New England geography to Camp Fatima.
• Camp Lawrence: New Hampshire-based overnight summer camp operating on a New England lake with traditional multi-activity programming. Directly comparable regional peer with similar size, geography, and traditional camp model.
• Camp Starfish: New Hampshire-based residential summer program specifically serving children with social, emotional, learning, and developmental challenges with high staff-to-camper ratios. Directly comparable to the Special Needs Week offering at Camp Fatima.

Others

• CampBarn (CampBrain): Third-party online registration and camp management platform provider used by Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima for enrollment, payments, and forms. An enabling technology vendor rather than a direct competitor, but materially supports camp operations and digital intake.

Broad incumbents

• American Camp Association (ACA): Industry-wide accreditation body covering hundreds of member camps across the United States. Comparable as the broader institutional ecosystem that sets the 300+ health and safety standards both Camp Bernadette and Camp Fatima meet.
• YMCA of the USA: National nonprofit operating traditional overnight summer camps across multiple states including residential camp programs for children and teens. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the youth residential camp space, though it spans many non-faith-based offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/camps-bernadette-and-fatima

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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