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Never Miss a Chance to Do the Most Good
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SHARING FAITH, MORAL VALUES AND ETHICS TO SHAPE BRIGHT FUTURES
Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.
Mark 10:13-16
Our main charge is to ensure that all are met with understanding and love. At the core of all that we do, fighting for our youth is a primary driver to share God's grace. The Salvation Army is renowned for the holistic care approach incorporated into everything we do. We provide character-building programs, summer camp, sports activities and mentorship. The youth of today will be equipped and empowered for life, tomorrow.
COURAGEOUS KIDS CHARACTER CLUB
The Character Club helps children ages 6-12 years develop positive social and physical habits, decision making and life skills, character and leadership. This is done through a Biblical worldview by encouraging a sense of personal identity and character, Christian values and Biblical principles and physical, mental, spiritual, and social development in a safe environment for learning, developing, and caring that is age appropriate and Christ centered.
The Character Club runs Monday through Friday from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. on full school days following the Petoskey Public Schools calendar. Each day will focus on a different area of development while still providing time for snacks, homework and short Bible lessons. Mondays will encourage spiritual growth and character building while Tuesday’s will be centered on physical development through Martial arts and physical fitness. Wednesday’s goal is to increase mental strength and focus through activities (e.g., archery). Thursday’s will foster creativity through SAM (Science, Arts, and Music) and Fridays will be a family-oriented day of celebration and skill demonstrations. The cost will be $25 per week per child. Families with more than one child attending will receive a discount for each additional enrolled child. Scholarships will be available for qualifying households. Parents can register online or in person at The Salvation Army Community Center. Contact us at (231) 347-3531 ext. 1009 for more details and information.
Registration will open in August for 2025
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Courageous Kids Summer Adventure Corps
These summer camps are open to children ages 6–12, offering monthly sessions from June through August. Each camp runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and costs just $25 per session. Activities include interactive Bible lessons, martial arts and fitness instruction, archery, LEGO competitions, and field trips. Scholarships are available for qualifying households. Parents can register in person at The Salvation Army Community Center located at 2350 Mitchell Park Drive in Petoskey or...
2025 CAMP DATES
June 23–27
July 28–August 1
August 25–29
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Vacation Bible School
Children embark on a adventure that teaches a different lesson from the bible each year. This may include games, activities, crafts, songs, plays and more. Please call (231) 347-3531 ext. 1009 for more details and information.
Next VBS Coming: July 7-11, 2025
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Summer Camps at ECHO GROVE
For many kids, summer camp is the first time they will see the world outside of their neighborhood. Each year, Echo Grove welcomes hundreds of children from low-income families to enjoy fresh air, exercise and new friendships through our annual summer program. This experience is more than just a few days away from home. Here, children learn new skills and self-reliance. Trained counselors who understand their emotional needs and problems help them mature and grow. Camp activities include learning to swim, scouting, arts and crafts, music development, sports and much more in a Christian-based environment.
ACA Accredited. Scholarships available. Includes round-trip transportation and meals at camp (kids may need a little spending money for the trip and camp store). No income requirements to qualify. Please call (231) 347-3531 ext. 1009 for details and registration information.
2025 summer camp registration is now closed.
Please check back at the beginning of May to register for 2026 camps.