This project is now in update mode. Check back regularly to see how things are progressing.
Thank You from Cooper Center!
We did it! With your help, we surpassed our goal and raised $65,598 for staffing and programs at Camp Cooper. One hundred thirty six people donated this year, and we greatly appreciate everyone's help in connecting children and learners of all ages with the wonders of our Sonoran Desert.
As our year progresses, I hope that you'll stay connected through our social media and monthly email newsletter. We've got some exciting events coming up! Our annual Family Nature Day is coming up on Saturday, October 18th from 8:30am to Noon with amazing activities for young kids, led by UA students in the Early Childhood Education program! RSVP at https://form.jotform.com/252570251629154.
Cooper Center is also a nonprofit partner of El Tour de Tucson this year for the first time ever! We're recruiting team members, so if you or someone you know is planning to ride, ride for Camp Cooper! You can register at https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/80091/Charity/31395.
Lastly, be on the lookout for an announcement for our spring Donor Appreciation Event, where we'll cut the ribbon on our renovated sleeping cabins and say thank you for your support! You're also welcome to reach out to me to schedule a visit to camp any time.
Thank you again for helping us to achieve our mission, and I look forward to connecting with you sometime this year.
From the Desert,
Colin Waite, Director
(520) 626-1825
The Final Week of Camp Cooper Crowdfunding
Dear Supporters,
With only one week to go, we've raised over $34,000 towards our goal of $60,000. Thanks to everyone who has donated and shared our campaign with others!
We've got a long way to go in a short period of time, but there's good news! Tucson Electric Power is matching up to $15,000 in donations that are made between now and the end of the campaign on September 30th! That means double the value and double the impact.
Please share this opportunity with anyone who supports connecting children with the wonders of the natural world. Every dollar raised goes to support the amazing educators who lead our programs, eliminating costs for the children, families, and schools that benefit.
Thank you for your support! We couldn't do it without you!
From the Desert,
Colin Waite, Director
Cooper Center for Environmental Learning
$35
Overnight Memories
Become a Friend of Camp Cooper and provide a child the opportunity to spend the night at Cooper and cover costs for our educational staff!
$61
61 Years & Counting
Camp Cooper has been serving students for 61 years. Help us keep providing them with a unique educational experience for many years to come and become a Friend of Camp Cooper.
$100
Earthkeeper
Named for Cooper's amazing 3-day program for 4th and 5th graders, you will fully support two students' Camp Cooper experience and become a Friend of Camp Cooper!
$500
Camp Cooper VIP
Show your strong dedication to the mission, values and vision of the Cooper Center! For giving at this level, you will receive a behind-the-scenes tour with Director Colin Waite during the program of your choice, as well as donor recognition and a special invitation to our annual donor and teacher celebration event.
$1,000
Crowdfunding Champion
Our annual crowdfunding campaign is a key element of funding our amazing educational staff and programs. Thank you for your dedication to our work! For giving at this level, you will receive a behind-the-scenes tour with Director Colin Waite during the program of your choice, as well as donor recognition and a special invitation to our annual donor and teacher celebration event.
$5,000
Field Trip Hero
A gift at this level funds a 3-day, 2-night Earthkeepers experience for an entire class of elementary school students, including staffing costs, student fees, materials, meals and school bus transportation. For giving at this level, you will receive a behind-the-scenes tour of Camp Cooper with Center Director Colin Waite during your sponsored Earthkeepers program, as well as donor recognition and a special invitation to our annual donor and teacher celebration event.
