The Charles M. Bayer Campership Program

Each year, Camp Stella Maris sends hundreds of kids to camp through the Charles M. Bayer Campership Program. The Campership Program provides need-based scholarships for overnight, day, and family camp programs.  Campership awards are extended to families who otherwise might not have the opportunity to send their children to camp.  Our goal is to ensure that all children can experience the loving and magical environment of Camp Stella Maris. Camp Stella Maris awards more than $150,000 to campers in need annually.

WHAT A GIFT WILL DO

$350 provides a camper with a week of Summer Day Camp
$830 provides a camper with a week of Summer Overnight Camp
$1,250 provides a teen with a Leadership Camp opportunity

Casino Night 2025

Get ready for an unforgettable evening at the highly anticipated Camp Stella Maris Casino Night! This exciting fundraiser is back and better than ever, supporting our Campership Fund to help more kids experience the magic of camp. Your ticket includes $500 in gaming chips and access to thrilling table games like Poker, Craps, Blackjack, and Roulette. Enjoy delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and the chance to win big with fantastic raffle prizes and silent auction items. Our previous Casino Night raised over $13,300—join us this year to keep the momentum going and make an even bigger impact. Don’t miss the fun, the energy, and the chance to change lives!
To purchase tickets visit the Event Page

We are also looking for sponsors for the event. Sponsors names/logos will be featured on promotional & event material and be included on website & social media posts. Camp Stella Maris is a 501(c)(3) organization, and your donation may be tax deductible (Tax ID # 16-0743941). If you are interested in becoming a part of this great event by becoming a sponsor, please click here.

2025 CSM Alumni Erie Canal Ride For Camperships

Make a Donation, Buy a “ticket” to sponsor, or Register to Ride with the Team this July to Help Send 20+ Children to Camp Stella Maris

Led by legendary alum Scott Saunders, a merry band of alumni, their families, and other friends of Camp Stella Maris will ride 61 miles from Medina to Fairport on the Erie Canal Trail to raise funds for Camperships.

Slated for Saturday, July 12th, the goal of this ride is to raise $15,000 to provide a week on our beloved Conesus Lake for 20+ children who otherwise would not be able to attend.

The following contributions are TAX-DEDUCTIBLE

• Making a one-time donation.
• Buy a ticket to sponsor

Link to Donate or Sponsor

Register to Ride with the Team

Scott’s story

Sponsors are encouraged to dedicate their donations to individuals or groups, all of whom will be acknowledged on the various social media platforms of the CSM Alumni Association.

Giving Levels Include:
Cross & Star: $500+
Open Ball Field: $250
Diver: $200
Rafter: $100 
Slider: $50 

CSM Wish List

As our dreams and programs grow, our needs of office materials, maintenance supplies and program equipment grows larger and larger. We have listed some of the things needed to make our wishes come true. Your donations- used or new, can grant a wish. Please remember any and all contributions are tax deductible. Click here to see our wish list.

4th Annual Car & Truck Show

Please join us on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Pinnacle Athletic in Victor, NY for the 3rd Annual Car & Truck Show. This family-friendly event brings vehicles in from all over Western New York. Awards for Top 30, Best in Show, Best Car, Best Truck, Best Veteran Owned, Best Female Owned, and Camper’s Choice. The event also includes a huge silent auction and basket raffle all to help raise funds to send kids to Camp. Admission is free for spectators. Pre-Registration is now closed. You can register at the show beginning at 10:00AM