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Message FRONTIER FORWARD FUNDA CHRISTIAN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTRENORDEGG, ALBERTAFRONTIERLODGE.CA
FRONTIER’S STORYA CHRISTIAN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTREWE VALUE:EACH AND EVERYINDIVIDUAL WE COMEINTO CONTACT WITHFRONTIER'S STORYPAGE 01I N S P I R I N G P E O P L E T O E X P E R I E N C EA N D K N O W T H E G O O D N E S S O F G O DFrontier Lodge began in 1959 as a Youth for ChristCentre. We are located in the eastern rocky mountainsnear Nordegg, Alberta. This is home to some of themost beautiful views of God's creation. In the late 70'swe became independent as "Frontier Camping Society"and are a registered charity. Although independent, weare members of Christian Camping International and theAlberta Camping Association. Frontier believes stronglyin the work of God in our lives. The main conduit for ourparticipation in God's work is through ourtransformational outdoor adventures. This allows us tominister by connecting everyone to His creation, Hispeople, and His Son.Getting Outside is Worth It!MISSIONALCOMMUNITY WHERECHRIST IS OURSTANDARD AND HOPEEXPERIENCES IN THEOUTDOORS THATCONNECT US TO OURCREATOR
WHY THE NEED?PAGE 02FRONTIER FORWARD FUNDWHY THE NEED?Frontier facilitates its programs with intentionality andpurpose. We desire to cultivate an environment conduciveto God’s work and have seen amazing fruit come from ourtransformational Christian leadership & discipleshipfocused programs. Outdoor adventure experiences provideamazing soil for this growth to happen. We keep groupnumbers small, with a high instructor to guest ratio in orderto focus on the quality and intention of the experience.These programs equip kingdom leaders to co-participate inGod’s work in the world.There is a high cost associated with running this type ofprogram. This includes our large facilities, equipment,insurance, training and staffing. Our goal is to be able toprovide these meaningful programs at an affordable rate.The people we serve cannot bear a drastic price increase.In order to cover the full cost of Frontier’soperations our prices would need toincrease by over 100%. “We don't learnthrough experience.We learn throughreflection uponexperience.”K E N K A L I S C H
FUND BREAKDOWNWHERE IS TH E MONEY GOI NG?The key target percentages for each dollar thatcomes into the this fund are as follows:50% - Staff salaries30% - Site upkeep, maintenance, repair and renovation10% - Staff training and development10% - Savings/rainy day fundSee more detailed explanations next.“Experiential educationgives students anopportunity to learn reallife skills such asleadership, emotionalintelligence, teamwork andreflection in a challengingbut safe educationalsetting. This equips peoplefor future life challengesand experiences.”WES TON GAU LD - FR ONTI ERSTA FF MEMB ERFUND BREAKDOWNPAGE 03
STAFF SALARIES: - 50%Our full-time staff currently receive room, board,health benefits and a small stipend ($300 - $700monthly) from camp.We collaborate with them to achieve their full salarygoal by the staff personally fundraising theremaining amount.This is a difficult, rewarding and challenging hurtlefor many staff and their families.Our goal is to value staff and their work at Frontierwith appropriate compensation by increasing theFrontier provided portion of their salaries.SITE UPKEEP: - 30%We are blessed to have an amazing site and facility.Our facilities, due to age, normal wear and tear, andhopes for the future, continue to need input viadollars, time and effort.Our facilities are valued at $4.5 million. Wecurrently budget around $30,000 annually forsite repair, maintenance, and renovation.We need to prudently work towards increasing thepercentage of dollars we put back in annuallyrelative to the value of the property.“I regard it as theforemost task ofeducation to insure thesurvival of these qualities:an enterprising curiosity,an undefeatable spirit,tenacity in pursuit,readiness for sensible selfdenial, and above all,compassion.”K U R T H A H N - O U T W A R DB O U N D F O U N D E RFUND BREAKDOWNFUND BREAKDOWNPAGE 04
FUND BREAKDOWNPAGE 05STAFF TRAINING: - 10%Due to the nature of our high adventure outdoorprograms, we require and follow stringent trainingprograms to ensure safe and quality transformationaloutdoor adventures.This training is dually provided through in housetraining and outside certification courses.The cost association with this line would go towardsstaff training, development and upskilling.SAVINGS/RAINY DAY FUND: - 10%There are always unforeseen costs associated withrunning a large operation.Our plan with this line is to both build reserve cash inour bank account and also to have funds foremergency needs.Increasing this amount would ensure there are noinsurmountable surprises.For what can be knownabout God is plain tothem, because God hasshown it to them. For hisinvisible attributes,namely, his eternal powerand divine nature, havebeen clearly perceived,ever since the creation ofthe world in the thingsthat have been made. Sothey are without excuse.R O M A N S 1 : 1 9 - 2 0FUND BREAKDOWN
MINISTRY LEADER ENDORSEMENTPAGE 06MINISTRY LEADER ENDORSEMENT"Life is complex and the world we live in is demandingand challenging. Youth, young adults, and adults needa place to go where they can receive resiliencyteaching and training to help them to flourish in life.Frontier Lodge provides a beautiful opportunity forpeople to get away and receive the training anddevelopment they need to thrive in life.” Sam Nikkel - Director of Resiliency Ministries Alberta"People need aplace to gowhere they canreceive resiliencyteaching."
GUEST TESTIMONYPAGE 07GUEST TESTIMONY - HIGH SCHOOL AGE"I know that following can be hard to do and havingtrust is difficult, but by learning to trust the Frontierstaff, I was better able to realize that trust isn't alwaysgoing to be broken. I've had plenty of experiences in mylife that have made it hard for me to put my trust inothers and I think that this trip pulled me out of thatfearful mindset. I'm so incredibly grateful for theopportunities provided in this course and the kindnessI've been shown by the leaders who have been teachingme and guiding me. I started this course to gain thecredits and get high grades. However, by the end of thesecond trip, I felt a passion for leadership andcommunity. I feel that this trip has also brought mecloser to God in the way that I feel more comfortablewith the relationship."“If my heart is the sourceof my sin problem, thenlasting change mustalways travel through thepathway of my heart. It isnot enough to alter mybehavior or to change mycircumstances. Christtransforms people byradically changing their hearts." PAU L DA VID TRIP P
HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE$9000/MONTH GOALJOIN THE TEAMPAGE 08This chart outlines themonthly commitmentsneeded in each dollaramount to meet our goal (first line example is 3people x $1000 = $3000total towards monthly goal).The monthly amountspledged are not limited tothese assigned values thisonly acts as a guideline todemonstrate how you canjoin the cause!Join the team and make a difference! We are lookingfor ongoing monthly donation commitments to meetthe goal of $9,000 per month. We are also looking foranother $12,000 in annual supporters. These togetherwould equal the starting goal of $120,000 annually.$500$200$100$50$1000
OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORTChurch SponsorshipsPrayerVolunteering (skilled labour, general helpin the kitchen or on maintenance, etc.)WAYS TO SUPPORTPAGE 09“Now to Him who isable to do far moreabundantly beyond allthat we ask or think,according to the powerthat works within us.” E P H E S I A N S 3 : 2 0WAYS TO GIVEAutomatic Bank Transfer - frontierlodge.ca/donate*click ONLINEE-Transfer office@frontierlodge.caDonate online with a credit card -frontierlodge.ca/donate *click ONLINEPhone in to 1-403-721-2202Mail cheque to PO Box: 1 Nordegg, AB T0M2H0*Make sure to earmark or note the giving is for the‘Frontier Forward Fund’*Tax receipts are sent out in February every year
FRONTIER’S FUTURE DIRECTIONThe Frontier Forward Fund aims to establish a solidfoundation to support our current operations andprograms. Starting in 2025 with a goal of $120,000 andin future years expanding upwards of $200,000annually. This future total ensures a sustainable futurefor Frontier Lodge and its ministry.Looking ahead, we’re also envisioning growth toenhance our Christian leadership programs. Ourstrategic and master site plans include expanding thelodge, building new staff housing, and adding a newequipment shed and workshop complex. Excitingdevelopments are on the horizon—stay tuned!FRONTIER’S FUTURE DIRECTIONPAGE 10“Therefore, my belovedbrothers, be steadfast,immovable, alwaysabounding in the workof the Lord, knowingthat in the Lord yourlabor is not in vain.”1 C O R I N T H I A N S 1 5 : 5 8
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