What Project Kampfire does

Project Kampfire is a registered Canadian nonprofit charitable organization founded in 1951 (originally as Kamp Kiwanis) and headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, with program operations at Camp Connect and Camp Horizon facilities in Alberta. The organization delivers 100% subsidized youth development programs serving underprivileged and disadvantaged youth in Calgary and surrounding areas, operating three core programs: Kamp Kiwanis (a summer camp for grades 4-7 with 40-50 campers per session across 5 sessions, plus a leadership track for grades 8-11), Outdoor School (curriculum-aligned K-12 outdoor environmental education for school and community group bookings), and a Scholarship Program for post-secondary education. Camper selection for Kamp Kiwanis is nomination-based, with teachers and community members nominating youth most in need, while Outdoor School is booked directly by schools and community organizations.

The organization is led by a small team of 13 employees under CEO Chris "Raven" Sheasby (who has been with the organization since 2000), Program Director Jenn "Splash" Radder (promoted March 2026), and Operations Director Doug "Talon" McGregor (appointed late 2025). Its underlying technology is minimal — a Squarespace website and the Adparo registration platform — with no proprietary software, app, or AI components. The organization's 'K' in Kampfire honors its historical ties to the Kiwanis Clubs of Calgary, which have supported the organization for 75 years.

The revenue model is entirely donation-based. Project Kampfire does not charge participants for any program, relying on charitable contributions, community fundraising, and the Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink matching program (up to 50% match) for funding. Its go-to-market is community-led: nomination-based for summer camp, direct booking for Outdoor School, and self-serve application for scholarships. Marketing channels are the Wood Kookie newsletter, the Kiwanis community network, and the Birdies for Kids partnership. As a regional nonprofit, Project Kampfire does not disclose revenue figures and has no parent company, private equity, or venture capital ownership.

Name

Project Kampfire

Legal name

Project Kampfire

Website

https://projectkampfire.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Project Kampfire is a Calgary-based nonprofit that delivers 100% subsidized summer camps, outdoor education, and scholarships to underprivileged youth grades K-12 in Calgary and surrounding areas, funded through donations and community partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development and Outdoor Education Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Educational Support Services (611710), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

NGO/Nonprofit Education Programs & Service Delivery (EDADALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

K–12 Support & School Improvement Nonprofits (BPAGADAB), Community Center Education Programs (EDAAAFAB)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Outdoor education
• Subsidized summer camp
• Environmental literacy
• Nonprofit charitable services

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Project Kampfire operates as a nonprofit charity, funded primarily through donations. They participate in the Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink program, where donations through the program can be matched up to 50%. The organization has been operating for 75 years as a community-focused charitable initiative.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Project Kampfire is a nonprofit charitable organization that delivers 100% subsidized youth development programs for underprivileged and disadvantaged youth in Calgary and Area. Its core offerings include Kamp Kiwanis, a multi-session summer camp for grades 4-7 with 40-50 campers per session plus a leadership track for grades 8-11; Outdoor School, a curriculum-aligned K-12 outdoor education program covering science, physical education, social studies, art, and language arts; and a Scholarship Program providing financial support for post-secondary education with preference for community-connected youth.

Product overview

Project Kampfire offers a unified portfolio of youth development programs centered around outdoor experiences and environmental education. The core offerings include Kamp Kiwanis (a subsidized summer camp for underprivileged youth), the Outdoor School program (curriculum-aligned outdoor education for K-12 students), and the Scholarship Program (financial support for post-secondary education). The organization operates primarily through partnerships with Camp Connect and Camp Horizon facilities in Alberta, Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kamp Kiwanis A fully subsidized (100% free) summer camp experience for youth in grades 4-7, providing outdoor adventures, leadership development, and community building. The program runs multiple sessions each summer (5 sessions planned for 2026), accommodating 40-50 campers per session along with 10-12 leadership participants in grades 8-11. Nomination-based registration prioritizes youth who would most benefit from a subsidized camp experience.
• Outdoor School An immersive, hands-on outdoor education program for youth in grades K-12, focusing on environmental literacy, awareness, and action through experiential learning in science, physical education, social studies, art, and language arts. Programs run at Camp Connect and Camp Horizon facilities and are booked through schools and community organizations, tailored to group needs and learning goals.
• Scholarship Program A financial assistance program supporting youth in their pursuit of post-secondary education and personal growth, with preference given to applicants connected to the Project Kampfire/Kamp Kiwanis community, particularly those who participated in summer programs. Open to anyone enrolled in Canadian post-secondary programs.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLinkmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Project Kampfire is a participating charity in the Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink (BFK) program in 2026. Donations made through this program to Project Kampfire are matched up to 50% from now until August 31st.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta: Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta operates camp and scholarship programs for children affected by cancer in Alberta. Comparable in program design (subsidized camp, scholarships, community-based) and Alberta regional focus, but serves a specific disease-affected population rather than general disadvantaged youth.

Direct peers

• Outward Bound Canada: Outward Bound Canada delivers outdoor experiential education programs for youth, with explicit focus on serving underprivileged and at-risk young people. Closely comparable to Project Kampfire in outdoor education methodology, youth development mission, and subsidized access model, though focused more on wilderness expeditions.
• Camp Chief Hector YMCA: Camp Chief Hector YMCA operates residential summer camps and outdoor education programs in Alberta for youth. Directly comparable to Kamp Kiwanis in outdoor camp offerings and Alberta geography; Project Kampfire's Operations Director previously worked there, suggesting overlapping talent pool and program design.
• Easterseals Alberta (Camp Horizon): Easterseals Alberta operates Camp Horizon, a partner facility used by Project Kampfire for Outdoor School programs. Comparable as a disability-inclusion and youth outdoor education nonprofit serving Alberta, with overlapping programming for children with diverse needs.

Broad incumbents

• Scouts Canada: Scouts Canada provides outdoor experiential education, leadership development, and community engagement for Canadian youth. Directly comparable to Project Kampfire's outdoor education and leadership programming, but operates as a national membership organization with much broader scale and longer history.
• Canadian Red Cross Youth Programs: The Canadian Red Cross operates youth-focused humanitarian education, leadership, and prevention programs across Canada. Comparable in scale, nonprofit funding model, and youth education mission, but with broader mandate across humanitarian and disaster-response domains.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada: Boys & Girls Clubs of Canada is a national youth development nonprofit serving disadvantaged youth through after-school, summer, and leadership programs. Comparable in mission and beneficiary focus, with similar reliance on donations and community partnerships, but at significantly larger national scale.
• YMCA Canada: YMCA Canada operates community-based youth development, camp, and outdoor education programs nationwide. Comparable to Project Kampfire in mission and target demographic (underprivileged youth, outdoor experiences), but operates at far greater scale across multiple provinces and offers broader programming.

Emerging players

• Right To Play International: Right To Play uses sport and play to educate and empower underprivileged youth globally, with significant Canadian presence. Comparable in mission to Project Kampfire's youth empowerment model, though uses sport rather than outdoor/camp programming as the primary delivery mechanism.

Others

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada provides youth mentoring programs for at-risk and disadvantaged children across Canada. Comparable in mission to support underprivileged youth development, but uses 1:1 mentoring rather than outdoor/camp programming as its primary model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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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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