Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Dave Stoch Campership Fund

Role of the Dave Stoch Campership Fund in the Funding Ecosystem

The Dave Stoch Campership Fund is a specialized charitable foundation that provides direct financial assistance to families seeking therapeutic summer camp experiences for children with neurodevelopmental conditions. Unlike broad-based funders, this organization focuses exclusively on camperships for Camp Kodiak, a specialized camp for children with Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Eligibility and Target Audience

Funding is available to Canadian campers who have been accepted to Camp Kodiak and who have a diagnosis of Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorder, or a similar diagnosis. The fund has explicitly stated a commitment to equity by giving preference to Black and Indigenous applicants, reflecting contemporary best practices in accessible funding.

Application Process

Applicants must first complete the Camp Kodiak application process and be accepted as a camper before applying for campership funding. Camp Kodiak administrative staff facilitates the campership application process, creating a streamlined pathway for families.

Governance and Accountability

The organization is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of seven members: David Cooperman, Bob Evans, Jonathan Hood, Lucy Lessa, Eleanor Stoch, Marni Stoch, and Shari Stoch. The fund operates as a registered Canadian charity with registration number 788014546RR0001.