UBC’s Annual Fundraiser
SAVE THE DATE!
October 24th, 2026
This year, all the proceeds from our annual fundraiser will be utilized to build a barn! We received a unique matching opportunity through the Bolger Foundation out of Ridgewood, New Jersey. The Bolger Foundation has pledged to award us $25,000 in the event that we raise $150,000 in new funds towards the Barn Project.
WE’RE BUILDING A BARN!
Why a Barn?
Building a barn will improve the spaces used to house our camp animals which are deeply loved by our campers. Our current structures are inaccessible for many of our campers and limit the positive impacts that animal care provides such as emotional regulation, responsibility/care for another, planning, task completion, and more!
We're building a barn! 🐐🦙🐇
We're launching a community campaign to build a fully Accessible Animal Barn at camp — a space where every camper and Gates community member can experience our alpacas, goats, chickens, and rabbits, regardless of mobility, weather, or terrain.
We've already secured $21,000 toward our $150,000 Phase 1 goal. Now we're raising $50,000 through this campaign to help close that gap — and unlock a $25,000 match from the Bolger Foundation once we hit $150,000.
Get Yer Tickets Before They’re Gone and RSVP Today!
YeeHaw! I will be there with my Boots On!
Tickets are $45 each and can be purchased one of three ways:
Online HERE or on this page
By mailing a check to:
Upward Bound Camp
40151 Gates School Rd., Gates, OR 97346
Or pay at the door
Dust Off Yer Boots and Grab Yer Cowboy Hat! We’re Building a Barn!
Dinner & Dessert
Live Music
Line Dancing
Raffles
Live Auction
Community Appreciation
Tickets are non-refundable
There are many ways to support the UBC Barn Project! And we hope one of them will be to attend the Boot Scootin' Barbecue on October 24 at 6:30pm located at:
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church-Reception Hall
1035 N. 6th Ave, Stayton, OR 97383
Can't make it to the Boot Scootin' BBQ?
Not to worry! You can also donate to this project here online or send us a check!
We Need Auction & Raffle Items
Donate an auction or raffle item to our fundraiser. We need exciting items that attract bidders and boost donations. Your gift is tax deductible and will support Upward Bound Camp’s barn project and highlight your generosity to our donors. Raffle items should have a value of $15-$100 and auction items a value of $100 or more. Contact us today if you have an item you’d like to donate.
Some examples: Gift baskets, Experiences, Getaways, Professional Services, Gift Cards, Unique Items
I Support the Upward Bound Camp Barn Project!
I Support the Upward Bound Camp Barn Project!
Missing out on the fun but still want to support the Barn Project?
We have options!
You can donate today on our website
Make a pledge of your support HERE
Do you have building skills or in-kind materials that you would like to use to support the UBC Barn Project? Let us know HERE
Become a Sponsor!
*Financial and In-Kind labor or material Pledges will be counted in the final total raised which will be reported to the Bolger Foundation on 3/15/2027.
Make an Impact Today
Become a Sponsor!
Sponsor the Boot Scootin' BBQ. Join us October 24 for a BBQ dinner, live music, line dancing, raffles, and a live auction, all to help build an accessible animal barn for every camper and Gates community member. Your sponsorship helps us break ground and puts your name in front of the neighbors who make this community strong. Upward Bound Camp is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 93-0749992).