Who we are
Our vision is that all children can become assured readers and find hope and purpose for their lives through Jesus Christ.
Our Mission
Our mission is to educate, enrich, and encourage under-sourced students struggling with reading by providing a free summer camp in a Christian environment.
Who We Serve
We serve campers residing in Transylvania County ages 9-12 who are at least a year below their reading level and qualify for the NC free/reduced-cost lunch program. Most of our campers are referred by the Augustine Literacy Project-Brevard.
Why
- For under-sourced children, the summer months mean a loss of critical assistance, including the lack of educational instruction, enriching learning experiences, social supports, and access to plentiful and nutritious food.
- Low-income children lose approximately two to three months of reading achievements over the summer resulting in an accumulated gap of almost three years by third grade, known as the summer slide. The summer slide can account for forty percent of first-graders who do not graduate.
- Strategically planned summer programs have proven to not only lessen summer learning loss but increase reading skills to get students back on track.
- Countless lasting benefits: improved literacy skills, enhanced health, strengthened values and spirituality, greater independence, resilience, and confidence, development of new skills and interests, formation of meaningful friendships, cultivation of leadership abilities, and a deepened love for nature and exploration.
Values
- Christ-Centered: Christ is at the heart of every decision we make—guiding our relationships, stewardship, funding, programming, teaching, and staffing. In all we do, our goal is to bring glory to God.
- Excellence: We are committed to the highest standards, utilizing best practices and employing highly qualified, trained staff to maximize the benefits for our campers.
- Fun and Meaningful Experiences: Our programs are designed to be both enjoyable and enriching, offering activities that are exciting, challenging, and deeply rewarding.
- Relational: We are dedicated to fostering lasting, meaningful connections with and among our campers.
- Appreciation of the Natural World: We encourage exploration, learning, and gratitude for the beautiful world God has created.
- Safety: Ensuring a physically and emotionally safe environment for our campers is a top priority.
History
- 2016-Our first camp session-a three-week residential camp hosted at Bradley Creek Falls outside of Brevard, NC.
- 2017-A three-week residential camp hosted at Ridge Haven Camp near Rosman, NC.
- 2018- A three-week residential camp hosted at Ridge Haven Camp near Rosman, NC.
- 2019-A three-week day camp with one overnight excursion hosted at St. Philip’s Church in Brevard, NC.
- 2020-A four-week day camp with online literacy instruction and outdoor gatherings.
- 2021-We acquired our new permanent home at 193 Old Heath Road, Brevard, NC. Bound for Glory Camp will resume as a four-week day camp with weekend overnight excursions in 2022.
- 2023: Our first four-week camp session at our new campus!
- 2024: Another incredible four-week session.
Our Story
Meet our Directors
Program Directors
Bound for Glory Camp was founded by husband-and-wife team Scott and Wendi Adair in 2016. The dream of Bound for Glory Camp originated from their desire to create a free camp for low-income children struggling with reading. They envisioned a summer camp that would provide exceptional literacy instruction to develop campers’ literacy skills while offering opportunities to have adventures, build relationships, and learn about Jesus. Their passion for Bound for Glory Camp grew from their personal experiences with dyslexia, and their awareness of the hardships struggling to learn to read can cause. Scott and both of his and Wendi’s children have dyslexia. They have witnessed first-hand both the difficulties and the strengths that this learning differences entails.
Scott is a professional chef of 30 years and is currently employed as an executive chef at a national herb company. He uses his culinary acumen to create healthy meals for campers and directs a dynamic culinary arts camp program. He enjoys sharing his experiences with dyslexia with campers and encouraging them to excel in their creative abilities.
Wendi is an Orton-Gillingham reading practitioner and Director of Augustine Literacy Project-Brevard. She uses her professional skills to direct the camp literacy program. Her goal is for campers to progress in their literacy skills and discover the confidence they need to reach their fullest potential.
