Support the Ministry
“The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.” —James 5:16
Prayer is the foundation of everything we do at Tilikum, and your prayers make a difference. Would you consider lifting up our leadership team, ministry to campers and guests, ongoing projects, safety, and financial needs? Whatever support you can offer helps sustain and strengthen this life-changing ministry.
Volunteer
From its inception in 1971 volunteers have been the heart of Camp Tilikum. Our success is based upon the counteless hours and generosity of volunteers as counselors, kitchen staff, maintenance workers, contractors, office staff, board members, and more.
- Join us as a volunteer on Wednesdays.
- Support us at our events.
- Advocate for Tilikum with your church.
Give
Our supporters contribute over 20% of the resources needed to directly sustain this life-changing ministry. Your generosity helps us create meaningful experiences that inspire faith, foster community, and transform lives. Give today and be part of making a lasting, genuine impact. Camp Tilikum Center for Retreats and Outdoor Ministries is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
- Donate to the Summer Camp Scholarship Fund.
- Join us at our Potlatch fundraisers.
- Consider making Tilikum a part of your estate plan.
Pray
Prayer remains the foundation of our work. With every project, plan, and ministry, Camp Tilikum calls staff and supporters to commit the work to God. This posture guards our actions from self-reliance and keeps the focus on His purpose. We recognize that any effort done in our own strength is incomplete, and that lasting impact comes only through His blessing and guidance.
Our Prayer Requests
- Pray for the Mission, the staff, the board, and the physical needs of Camp Tilikum.
- For the smooth continuation of our new Lakeside Village construction.
- For a blessing of dedicated, ministry-minded Summer Staff.
- For God to work through our programs and camps, guiding Campers to Christ.
- For the health and wellness of all our Tilikum animals!
- For the guidance and encouragement of all the Tilikum staff.
Out Current Capital Campaign
For over 50 years, Camp Tilikum has been a place to experience creation, build community, find refuge, and encounter God. Now, we are expanding our reach to minister to even more campers, families, and retreat groups year-round. Through our Lakeside Village Capital Campaign, we are currently building six new lakeshore cabins to expand our overnight capacity and deepen our impact for generations to come. Your generosity helps complete these vital new facilities, ensuring more kids and guests can step away from the noise of life and experience life-transforming moments in God’s creation.
Every Kid to Camp
At Camp Tilikum, we believe every child should have the chance to step away from screen time, explore God’s creation, and build life-changing friendships regardless of their family’s financial situation. Our Every Kid to Camp scholarship fund exists to lower registration costs for families in need, ensuring that no child is turned away because of financial hurdles. 100% of your gift goes directly into our scholarship fund to help cover camp tuition for kids who wouldn't otherwise be able to attend. Partner with us today to give the gift of camp, mentor a child in faith, and make a lasting difference in a young life!
Want to help send kids to Camp?
If you would like to help a child experience summer camp, consider contributing to the Tilikum Summer Camp Scholarship Fund and click the button below. 100% of your donation goes directly to the Scholarship Fund to send kids to Camp. For questions about the Fund, email Dennis Littlefield/Executive Director or call Dennis at (503) 538-2763, ext 103.
Estate Planning
For generations, Camp Tilikum has been a sanctuary where lives are transformed, faith is nurtured, and God’s creation is experienced. By including Camp Tilikum in your estate plans, you can help ensure that this vital ministry continues to serve future generations of campers, families, and retreat groups long into the future. Whether you are creating a new estate plan or updating an existing one, thoughtful legacy giving allows you to steward your resources intentionally. We offer resources, planning materials, and trusted advisors ready to guide you through the process.
Potlatch Fundraiser
Potlatch is Tilikum's special event for long-time supporters and friends.
The Potlatch for 2026 was on Wednesday September 30, from 6:30PM - 8:00PM, and Thursday, October 1, from 4:30PM to 6:00PM. Similar days for the event will occur in 2027.
Do you have a friend or family member who would be a likely supporter of Tilikum’s ministry? If so, ask them to join you at the upcoming event.
Sign up for Potlatch online here, or you can make your reservation by calling (503) 538-8081.
Interested in Sponsoring Potlatch?
Sponsor gifts go a long way toward offsetting the cost of the Potlatch event itself so that all funds raised go directly to financing Tilikum's mission. As a sponsor, your corporate identity would be prominently displayed at Potlatch, in the slide presentation, and on the Tilikum website. If you would like to sponsor the next Potlatch Celebration, email Dennis Littlefield/Executive Director, or call Dennis at (503) 538-2763, ext. 103.
In 2025, Northwest Fresh Seafood generously contributed with a full complement of salmon for Potlatch attendees. For Northwest Fresh Seafood, "'success' is being radically fresh, radically fun and radically generous. These values shape who we are and what we do everyday." Visit Northwest Fresh Seafood at 611 N. Main St, Newberg, OR 97132, or call (503) 538-4555.