GIVING TUESDAY: December 1, 2026
Making more Calumet Memories possible
This Giving Tuesday, help keep the spirit of Camp Calumet alive: for our alumni, today’s campers, and the generations to come.
WHAT IS GIVING TUESDAY?
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity that takes place each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. It's a time for people to come together to support the causes, communities, and organizations that make a difference in their lives.
At Camp Calumet, it's an opportunity for our community of campers, families, alumni, staff, and friends to give back to a place that means so much to so many. Whether Calumet gave you lifelong friendships, helped you grow in faith, offered a summer of adventure, or provided a place to belong, Giving Tuesday is a chance to help make those experiences possible for the next generation.
On December 1, join us in giving back to Calumet—and help keep the memories, friendships, and traditions growing for years to come.
🚀 BOOST Your Gift
Thrivent will make an additional contribution to boost EVERY donation made through their online giving platform.
Thrivent will also pay for all online giving fees when you use this special giving link!
In order to receive the boost, the donation must be made on December 1, 2026 using Thrivent’s electronic giving platform between 12am and 11:59pm.
Every action makes a difference
Giving Tuesday is about more than donations—it's about bringing the Calumet community together. Thanks to the generosity of anonymous donors, we've got a series of special challenges that can unlock additional funds when we reach specific goals for participation and engagement.
Whether you make a gift, spread the word, or reconnect with fellow Calumet alumni, your actions can help make an even bigger impact. Explore the challenges below, find one you can help complete, and let's see what we can accomplish together!
Legacy of Thanks
Unlock a generous donor’s matching $2,500 gift when donations totaling $2,500 are given by people who also make a comment on Calumet’s Facebook or Instagram page thanking our incredible staff.
Picture Bonus
Double down on the love! If 25 of those thank-you comments include a photo, we unlock an extra $1,000.
Share Your "Why"
Tell us why you love Calumet! When our community shares 10 stories on Facebook or Instagram about why they give, we unlock a $1,000 gift.
Camp Song Serenade
Dust off your vocal cords! When 20 videos (just 15 seconds long) of your favorite camp songs are posted to Facebook or Instagram, we unlock a $500 gift.
The Social Boost
Every time you tag a friend or share our giving link on Facebook or Instagram, you unlock $1 (up to $2,000 total!).
Across the Map
A gift from each US State unlocks a $20 bonus gift per state. Get all 50 states and it's a $1,000 bonus gift!
Ministry Match
Calling all faith communities! Every congregation or partner ministry that shares our link in their newsletter, email, or social media unlocks $10.
🗓️ Join Us Live!
On Tuesday, December 1, join us live on INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK We'll share updates on our challenges and enjoy fun guest appearances via video message.
Be with us as we celebrate with gratitude the ministry of Calumet and all of you who make the magic that fills this community with that life changing, Spirit-led love. We will also regularly offer updates on our Giving Tuesday totals!
Thank you for making a difference this Giving Tuesday
For your generosity. For your Spirit filled support. For the love you share with this community. For the life changing gift that keeps Camp Calumet strong for today's campers and for generations to come when you donate.
We offer a mighty Boom Chicka Boom of thanks.
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Thank you to Thrivent for their generous boost of every donation on Giving Tuesday and their strong partnership throughout the year. Learn more about Thrivent by clicking here.