Architect’s rendering of the new Log Cabins. Each cabin will house forty campers, plus six staff, and feature a central common area. Cabin design is by Schmidt Copeland Parker Stevens, Inc.   Work Underway on First New Log Cabin - Scheduled for Completion in Spring The vision of a new “state of the art” camp for the 21st century began to take shape as Hiram House kicked-off the construction of the first new residential log cabin this past winter. The cabin was funded with some $350,000 in pledges made by members of the Hiram House Board of Trustees and will be named in their honor. It is scheduled for completion in late spring. Four additional log cabins are planned, as part of the Master Plan.   work in progress In other Hiram House news, Trustee Susan Cargile was named as Capital Campaign Co-Chair. She will join Co-Chairman Kevin D. Barnes, in leading the committee’s efforts. Ketchum, Inc. was retained as campaign fund raising counsel. Work on infrastructure required for the new facilities is nearing completion. Campaign Leadership: Pictured (l to r) are Hiram House Board President Robert M. Benedict, Jr., Construction Committee Chairman Harvey J. Schach, Capital Campaign Co-Chair Susan Cargile, Executive Director Russell R. Grundke, Capital Campaign Co-Chairman Kevin D. Barnes
A message to the community from Hiram House Camp Officials Campership Drive Raises Thousands for Kids
Dear Friends: As a new season begins, with joyful faces and happy voices of our young campers, we want to take a moment to recognize those who help make it possible each year. In 2000, corporations, foundations, organizations and individuals in the Greater Cleveland community donated over $200,000 to our Campership Fund to help disadvantaged youth attend Summer Camp, plus their time, goods, or services, to benefit the thousands of Northeast Ohio children who utilize Hiram House Camp. Through their generous support, we are greatly aided in achieving our mission, enabling us to open new horizons for youth and to promote character and family, in an atmosphere that is socially, educationally, ethnically and racially diverse. On behalf of the children we serve, our Board, staff, and everyone associated with The Hiram House, we wish to offer our deepest thanks. Sincerely, Russell R. Grundke, Secretary, Executive Director John M. Fulton, Vice President-Finance Robert M. Benedict, Jr., President, Board of Trustees
Facts & Figures About Hiram House Camp: Did You Know That? The Hiram House has been providing a quality camping experience to the youth of northeast Ohio since 1896. In 2000, 7,036 Campers were served, representing 24,488 Camper Days, through our - Summer Camps (Summer Resident, Day, and Junior Day Camps) - School Camps & Educational Programs - Group Retreats & Adventure Programs A United Way Service Agency
Paul Newman and Heinen’s Fine Foods Help Support Hiram House When Newman’s Own, actor Paul Newman’s famous salad dressing company, wanted to donate to a worthwhile local organization, the firm asked Jeff Heinen, of Heinen’s Fine Foods. Heinen didn’t hesitate - he recommended Hiram House Camp. Heinen, who operates a chain of 13 stores in the Greater Cleveland area, was familiar with the positive work the Camp does with children from throughout Northeast Ohio, and has been a longtime supporter of The Hiram House and its “Campership” fundraising events, like the annual Pumpkin Festival. Proceeds from the sale of Newman’s products at area Heinen’s go to charity. As a result, Paul Newman donated $4,500 to benefit this year’s Campership Fund. The monies will help send socially and economically disadvantaged kids to Hiram House Summer Camp. Since Newman’s Own was founded in 1982, Paul Newman has donated all profits from the sales of his products to educational and charitable purposes. During the past 20 years, over $100 million has been donated to more than 2,000 charities throughout the world. Our thanks to both Newman’s Own and Heinen’s Foods for their support!
Campers Discover Fun at Camp, Rain or Shine
Thinking About Signing Up for Summer Camp? Here Are Just a Few of the Many Great Things You Can Do! Learn news outdoor skills, like orienteering, lashing and firebuilding. Glimpse frontier life at Fort Tom and Covered Wagon Circle. Learn to shoot a bow and arrow in our Archery program. Meet and learn about the animals of our woods in the Wildlife Center. Experience the traditions of Early Americans in our teepees and log cabins. Spend time swimming and sunning at beautiful Hi-Ho-Ca Pool. Explore the wonders of nature and learn the legends of camp as you hike through our 172 acres of woods and streams. Catch a fish in our ponds or go froggin’ in the swamp. Express your creativity and make a project to take home with our guided Arts and Crafts. Enjoy activities in the Treehouse overlooking Peter’s Pond, where you can paddle a canoe. Make great new friends and memories to last a lifetime. Rain or shine, you just can’t stop the fun at Hiram House Camp!
Meet Our Office Staff Meet the dedicated staff members behind the friendly voices you hear on the telephone when you call the Hiram House Office. Pictured (front to back) are JoAnne Grundke-Special Events, Heidi Ignatious-Administrative Assistant, Sandy Buehner-Registrar.
Hiram House Staff Keeps Things Running Smoothly Week in and week out, throughout the year, Hiram House just couldn’t function without the tireless efforts of our Office staff. They man the telephones, process camper registrations and accounts, host visitors and special events, and are quick with a warm and friendly smile to greet youngsters and their parents to help them feel right at home at camp. While they “wear a lot of hats” and pitch in wherever necessary, each has her own special area of responsibilities. Sandy Buehner - Registrar, Summer Camps, School Camps, since 1969. Heidi Ignatious - Administrative Assistant, since 1982. JoAnne Grundke - Camp Store, Special Events Coordinator (Pumpkin Festival, Open Houses), Fundraising, since the 1970s. What’s the best part about their jobs? Their conclusion is unanimous - seeing the happy faces of the campers and their families!
Summer Camp Open House on March 10 Join Us! Tours, Information, Registration
Mark Your Calendars Today! Hiram House will host an Open House for Summer Camp 2001, on Saturday, March 10, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m., at the Camp, located at 33775 Hiram Trail, in Moreland Hills. Group tours of camp facilities, information and registration will be available for Summer Day Camp (ages 5 to 11) June 18 - August 3; Junior Day Camp (ages 5 and 6) June 18 - July 27; and Summer Resident Camp (ages 6 to 13) June 17 - July 27. Meet our staff, and sign-up for one or two-week Summer Camp sessions. For more information, please call us at (216) 831-5045 or visit our Website at: www.hiramhousecamp.org , for a map and directions. Hiram Trail is situated just south of Chagrin Blvd. (Rt. 422) and West of SOM Center Rd. (Rt. 91). Take the Harvard Rd. Exit if coming from I-271. Bring the whole family and join in the fun at the Summer Camp Open House!