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
$895 provides a camper with a week of Summer Overnight Camp
$1,250 provides a teen with a Leadership Camp opportunity

2025 ROC the Day

ROC the Day is a 24-hour, online giving extravaganza powered by United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes that takes place annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, also known as Giving Tuesday. This day allows people in our community to fill their “cart” with causes that matter most to them and support not-for-profit organizations making positive impacts in our communities. To donate to CSM, visit the United Way’s donation page. A secure online giving platform. All money given during ROC the Day will help go to our Campership program and help send children to camp.

Casino Night 2026

Get ready for a night of glitz, games, and giving back at Camp Stella Maris Casino Night 2026! After last year’s incredible success, we’re bringing back the fun, the laughter, and the high-stakes excitement!

Your ticket includes $500 in gaming chips and access to classic casino favorites like Poker, Craps, Blackjack, and Roulette. Enjoy mouthwatering hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, and amazing raffle prizes and silent auction items that will keep the thrill going all night long.

Every spin, shuffle, and roll helps send more kids to camp to experience the magic of Camp Stella Maris. Let’s make this year’s Casino Night our biggest win yet!

Grab your tickets HERE — don’t miss your chance to join the fun!

We also have Sponsorship Opportunities. Put your brand in the spotlight while making a difference! Sponsors will be featured on promotional materials, event signage, our website, and social media. Camp Stella Maris is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your contribution is tax-deductible (Tax ID #16-0743941).

Celebrate 100 Years of Camp Magic at CSM!

CSM Staff Alumni and their families are invited to join us as we mark a century of friendship, laughter, and unforgettable memories at Camp Stella Maris. Whether you stay for the whole weekend or just for the Centennial Celebration Dinner, you’ll have the chance to relive the magic of being a CSM counselor.
Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime celebration – we can’t wait to see you there!
Can’t make it? You can still be part of the celebration by making a gift to help ensure the next 100 years of CSM magic.

CSM Wish List

As our dreams and programs grow, our needs of office materials, maintenance supplies, and program equipment grow 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.