Donate
The ministry at Ingham Okoboji would not be possible without the generous support of many faithful friends. We happily accept donations of all sizes. THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! There are many ways to give:
You can give directly through our secure online form by clicking the
"Give Now" button above. You can give one time gifts or provide ongoing support by setting up recurring monthly gifts.
If you’d like to mail your donation in, please make checks payable to
“IOLBC” and send to:
IOLBC
1203 Inwan St
Milford, IA 51351
Ingham Sports Court & Sun Shelter
After decades of use, the old asphalt playing court near the old Ingham dining hall is simply worn out. To serve campers in the future, we plan to build a 60’ x 80’ court that will support several different games such as basketball, volleyball, and pickleball. The construction of the court itself will cost approximately $50,000, with some added costs for goals, rec equipment and a possible fence. In addition, we plan to build a new shelter for campers near the beach. We are excited about the future growth of our camp ministry at Ingham and we hope that you will prayerfully consider giving to this project.
Goal: $80,000
Sponsor a Camp Counselor
Time and time again we hear about the powerful way that God uses camp counselors at camp. They welcome campers, lead them through all of the activities, they watch to keep children safe, and help them to deeply consider the power of God's love and message of Christ in their lives. Though they may always be underpaid, we are making changes to try to offer camp counselors a little more stipend in thanks for their great work. We invite you to support a day, a week, or a whole summer of counselor pay. Click here to donate.
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One packed day (about 22 hrs. on duty) of leading fun activities and worship:($55/day)
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One week (5.5 very full days) of songs, Bible studies, Bonkers, and swimming: ($300) (Sponsor a week with your gift at $25.00/month)
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The whole summer (11 powerful weeks) of sharing Christ through nearly every hour of each day: ($3,300.00) (Sponsor a counselor for the summer with your gift of $275/month)
Camp Wish List
Do you wish to give to a specific need at camp, rather than making a general gift? Do you wish to give a gift-in-kind rather than a financial gift? Look no further. Here is an evolving list of needs we have at the camp, with estimated costs, to help you decide how to direct your gift. Please call the camp at 1-800-OKOBOJI with any further questions about giving in this way.
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Adopt a Life Jacket ($25)
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Gently Used Furniture
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Mini Vans or a 3/4 ton Pick Up
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Gift of Grain
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Golf Cart or Gator
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Rec. Equipment
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Floor Cleaner
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Copier Paper
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Quality Tools
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Leaf Rakes
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Gift of livestock for meat
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Volunteers (Short and Long Term)
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Adopt a Cabin (Give us a call to learn how you can give in this way)
Camperships
You can help a child experience camp through the Ingham Okoboji campership program. Click the "Give Now" button above to give in this way. If you have any further questions give us a call at 1-800-OKOBOJI.
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Camper to experience a full week of camp ($419)
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Camper to experience a full day of camp ($69.83)
Timothy Cabin/Added Green Space
Formerly two buildings known as Timothy and Sioux, our newest building at Okoboji will feature two levels each with 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen, and a living room area. The entire building will be air conditioned/heated making it useable all year. In addition, we plan to have an added green space area for activities and refreshment. A new sand volleyball court was completed this summer!
$420,000 Goal
OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
IRA Qualified Charitable Distribution
A gift to Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camps (IOLBC) may be more beneficial to you if you use your IRA. A Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a transfer of funds directly from an IRA to a qualifying charity. Individuals who use this donor opportunity must be aged 73 and above. QCDs of up to $105,000 (in 2024) will count toward their required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the year.
You may be interested because unlike regular IRA withdrawals, QCDs are not taxable income. QCDs may also help by keeping your taxable income level in a lower bracket. This can be especially helpful because a QCD may reduce your potential exposure to the Medicare Surtax as well as the amount of income tax you pay on Social Security.
How should I proceed if I am interested?
STEP 1: Check with your tax advisor to see if a QCD from your IRA is appropriate for your situation.
STEP 2: For more information click the button below or contact Roger Carlon, Development Coordinator, at rogerc@okoboji.org or at 712-310-9958.
Crops for Campers
Transfer the ownership of a load or bin of grain to the camp, which can result in less taxable income for you and more of the gift going to camp than selling the grain first and then giving a cash gift.
Ways to give that don't cost you
ANYTHING!!!
Thrivent Choice
If you are a member of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, you have an added easy way to help support Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camps.
Thrivent Choice lets you recommend where some of Thrivent Financial’s charitable outreach funds go by directing Choice Dollars® .Eligible benefit members can designate Choice Dollars toward thousands of Lutheran organizations such as Ingham Okoboji. Potential designated Choice Dollars amounts that can be directed range from $25 to $500 for each eligible member. Please remember that your designations can no longer be automated. THEY MUST BE DESIGNATED BY INDIVIDUAL TRANSACTIONS.
If you are an eligible Thrivent Choice member, please consider designating Ingham Okoboji as the recipient of your Thrivent Choice Dollars. It’s easy and can be done two ways:
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Online at www.thrivent.com/thriventchoice (Log in and then complete directions on page.)
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Call 1-800-THRIVENT (800-847-4836) and say “Thrivent Choice.”