Annual Impact Report 2023
The same passion that inspired One Hope Canada founder J. Lloyd Hunter still drives us today—to share the good news of Jesus with children, youth, and families. Our teams bring the hope of Christ to thousands of people each year through Bible camps, community ministries, digital discipleship, and training opportunties.
YOUR GIFTS MAKE A DIFFERENCE
WHAT CAMP COSTS || $940
WHAT YOU GIVE (64%) || $600
WHAT FAMILIES PAY (36%) || $340
Per camper, per week of camp, based on pre-Covid financial data. Camper fees for families is a national average; actuals vary from camp to camp.
WATCH: A message from national director Bill McCaskell.
Your support helps keep costs low so more children and youth have the opportunity to hear the good news of Jesus!
AT CAMP
IN COMMUNITIES
ONLINE
THROUGH LEARNING
AT CAMP
Last year, our ministry points were fully open for summer overnight camping or day camp. In July and August 2023 more than 23.000 boys and girls had the opportunity to hear the good news about Jesus. More than half came from homes that know little about Jesus, the Bible, or true Christianity. Thanks to your generosity, our frontline teams were ready for ministry.
“My daughter came back from camp on fire for the Lord… I’m grateful for the ministry and the foundation camp has helped build in her life!.”
Parent, Lake of the Trees Bible Camp, BC
42 CAMPS & COMMUNITY MINISTRIES
31,600 HEARD THE GOSPEL
1,262 FIRST-TIME DECISIONS TO FOLLOW CHRIST
IN COMMUNITIES
Since our earliest days, One Hope Canada has championed Spirit-led innovation that points to the unchanging message of the Gospel. This year your support fueled exciting projects to connect the youngest generations in fresh new ways, as well as training opportunities for ministry leaders on the frontlines.
1.55 MILLION FRONT-LINE MINISTRY CONTACT HOURS
“It is my prayer that the twenty-three girls who attend our clubs each week will have open hearts to the Gospel and will commit to living for Christ. I am always very encouraged to see these girls grow up and continue in their faith.”
Rachel Mast, Rainy River District Ministries, ON (2022)
ONLINE
Your gifts make it possible to create quality tools like our digital discipleship app, FaithSpark. The app connects leaders and students across Canada and into the U.S. from churches, camps, and parachurch ministries, continuing important conversations about faith and life. Partners like Plan to Protect recognize the app’s high standards of safety and accountability.
“FaithSpark is a game-changer! In all of my years being involved in youth ministry, I’ve never encountered such an innovative and practical tool. It should be a staple in every NextGen ministry.”
Jared Crispin, Pastor
108 MINISTRIES USING THE APP
1,000 NEW STUDENTS & LEADERS USING THE APP
16,700 CONVERSATIONS BETWEEN LEADERS & STUDENTS
THROUGH LEARNING
Your support makes it possible to provide quality online and in-person training opportunities for those serving with One Hope Canada, as well as provide resources for families and ministry leaders. Your gifts ensure discipleship continues all year long.
In Quebec, production wrapped for Les Pourquoi de la Foi, a one-of-a-kind French video series that provides answers to teens’ and preteens’ big faith questions. Other resources include a growing French podcast, books, in-person presentations, and a leadership newsletter.
4,093 YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS ENGAGED IN DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAMMING
1,183 ACTIVE STUDENTS IN OUR ONLINE TRAINING CENTRE
25,000 FRENCH PODCAST DOWNLOADS
“I discovered new, useful tools to share the Gospel. The ideas for interactive presentations were very helpful and will be used in the future when teaching kids!”
One Hope Canada Missionary
“I decided to follow Jesus at camp. When God called me into ministry, I felt an overwhelming peace, knowing He’d led me to where my heart feels at home. Serving with One Hope Canada, I can help children and youth experience Jesus’ love as I did.”
Stephanie Alsbach, Stoney Lake Bible Camp, SK
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* A current, detailed financial report of any ministry point for any year is available upon request.