The Lutherans Outdoors Core Fund is our unrestricted fund that supports the most essential operational needs of our camping ministry. As one of our highest priorities, this fund ensures children and families can continue coming to camp to grow in faith, learn about our Lord and Savior, and create lasting memories for generations to come.
Operational Support Needs
- Summer Counselor Salaries - $150,000 ($4,500 per counselor)
- Summer Counselor Training - $3,500
- Horses/Tack - $25,000
- Maintenance/Grounds - $35,000
- Horse Barn Annual Upkeep – $3,000
Gift-in-Kind Needs
- Ground Beef (200lb)
- Crafts supplies: markers, paint, beads, paper, etc.
- Salt and mineral blocks for horses
- Sweet chop grain for horses
- Batteries: all sizes
- Pillows
- Big flatscreen TV on stand (we move ours around a lot)
- Linens (size needs vary; please contact our office)
- Hand towels (white)
- Lamps
- Pot holders
- Oven Mitts
- Table clothes for Round tables 68” or larger (dark green, brown, Christmas themed)
- Aprons
Operational Support Needs
- Summer Counselor Salaries - $45,000 ($4500 per counselor)
- Summer Counselor Training - $500
- Maintenance/Grounds - $10,000
- Horses/Tack - $10,000
- Livestock - $2,000
Operational Support Needs
- Summer Counselor Salaries - $120,000 ($4500 per counselor)
- Summer Counselor Training - $6,000
- Maintenance/Grounds - $30,000
Gift In Kind Needs
- Log Splitter
- Weed whacker
- Steel Garden Cart
- Shop Vacuums (4)
- Linens - Bath towel sets (10)
- Linens - Twin and Full sheets (30 twin/10 full)
- Twin/Full Size Mattress Pads (30 Twin/10 Full)
- Laundry Detergent
- Dryer Sheets
- Dish Soap
- Dish Cloths & Towels
- Batteries: All Sizes
- Ziplock Bags: Gallon, Quart and Square size
- Ground Beef (500lb)
- Twin size mattresses/box spring sets (28)
- Queen Size Box Spring and Frame
(we have a mattress) (1)
Ways to Give
In Person
Visit us at our Administrative Office on Augustana University’s campus. We are located in the same building as the South Dakota Synod Office and the Augustana chapel.
2001 S. Summit Ave | Sioux Falls, SD 57197
By Phone
Give us a call at (605) 274-5326.
Our staff are willing to make this process over the phone as easy as possible!
By Mail
Lutherans Outdoors in SD
2001 S. Summit Ave
Sioux Fall, SD 57197
Please include your return address so we can send you a thank you for your generous gift!
Online
You can make an online donation using the link below.
Consider leaving us a short note with your gift so we can share your stories of generosity with others!
Questions
We’re here to help!
If you have any questions about donating, supporting our ministry, or learning more about how your gift makes a difference, we’d love to talk with you.
Whether you’re considering a one-time gift, ongoing support, or a special contribution, we can guide you through the process and share how your generosity impacts campers across South Dakota.
Tracy Pardy
LOSD Development Director
605-270-0603
foundation@losd.org