EIN 81-0513584

Bighorn Ministries

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
22
City
Plains
State
Year formed
2002
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
Bighorn Ministries develops leaders through outdoor adventure, including summer camps and venture expeditions for struggling youth. Located in Plains, MT.
Also known as...
Camp Bighorn
Total revenues
$947,158
2023
Total expenses
$1,002,202
2023
Total assets
$1,473,176
2023
Num. employees
22
2023

Program areas at Bighorn Ministries

Youth and family summer camps: our summer camps build character in young people. We utilize the tool of outdoor adventure, bringing youth into a new environment where they can ask questions about life and faith. We point towards god's word, incorporating into our activities a curriculum that helps youth grow in their faith and understanding what it means to be a godly leader in today's culture. We place a strong emphasis on transference, applying the lessons learned here to each participant's life at home.our summer camps offer a break from the daily routine, allowing families to relax and enjoy each other. In the midst of our fun, we learn. At Bighorn, we don't divide "fun time and "chapel time" as such. Our adventure activities incorporate truth from god's word, gaining a better understanding of him, his character, and how he wants us to live and work with those placed in our lives. In addition to learning through the activities, we also have dedicated chapel times. These build off the events that happened during the day, bringing everyone together for a holistic learning experience. The unique programs of Camp Bighorn bring fun and growth together, learning how to reflect on past events and glean insight for the future.
Venture troubled youth expeditions: venture expeditions for struggling youth are designed to take both students and staff out of their comfort zones in order to build community and growth. Real life experiences on the river or in the wild act as life lessons and are facilitated to help participants gain a better understanding of themselves, their morals, values, and life decisions. The desired outcome is that students would be able to walk in truth in understanding what it means to make life choices and how they affect themselves and impact others.instead of trips that provide immediate gratification, or just recreational relief, venture trips engage students in such a way that ask them to process life together in community. Venture trips are designed for staff and students to engage in experience and challenge in such a way that is conducive to character building and growth.
Retreat groups: proclaiming the gospel of jesus christ to each group. Bighorn Ministries uses the outdoor environment, high adventure activities, small group experiences, and discipleship principles to facilitate family and individual health. Spiritual formation is the goal and emphasis is placed on both the context as well the content of biblical discipleship.

Who funds Bighorn Ministries

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
M J Murdock Charitable TrustNew Facilities$110,000
Alpine Education FoundationAlpine Education$9,500
Gianforte Family Charitable TrustCharitable Purpose$4,800
...and 3 more grants received

Personnel at Bighorn Ministries

NameTitleCompensation
Brian MeadenExecutive Director$69,775
Kate MorrisSecretary$0
John WynneTreasurer$0
Chuck ShieldsVice Chairperson$0
Jason EdwardsChairman$0
...and 5 more key personnel

Financials for Bighorn Ministries

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$537,149
Program services$381,151
Investment income and dividends$7,830
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$4,816
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$2,550
Miscellaneous revenues$13,662
Total revenues$947,158

Form 990s for Bighorn Ministries

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-04-25990View PDF
2022-122023-05-02990View PDF
2021-122022-03-29990View PDF
2020-122021-06-08990View PDF
2019-122020-08-27990View PDF
...and 11 more Form 990s

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Data update history
July 9, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $3,105 from Reinemund Family Foundation
May 19, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
May 19, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
December 31, 2023
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $110,000 from M J Murdock Charitable Trust
December 24, 2023
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $4,800 from Gianforte Family Charitable Trust
Nonprofit Types
Headquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Human servicesReligion
Characteristics
ReligiousChristianState / local levelEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1850 MT Hwy 135
Plains, MT 59859
County
Sanders County, MT
Website URL
campbighorn.com/ 
Phone
(888) 316-0367
IRS details
EIN
81-0513584
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2002
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
X20: Christian
NAICS code, primary
813110: Religious Organizations
Parent/child status
Central organization
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