Sacramento Camp and Conference Center Inc
Grants Awarded
Sacramento Camp & Conference Center plans to renovate and improve two on-site trails on its 300-acre property in the Sacramento Mountains, New Mexico, ensuring they are safe, durable and accessible for all, including those with mobility limitations or developmental disabilities. The project will focus on enhancing the trails' surface, grading and directional signage to support individuals with restricted mobility inclusive of wheelchair users and older adults. The purpose is to expand inclusive outdoor recreation in rural regions with minimal accessible trail infrastructure and to enhance the system's safety and long-term sustainability. The project will use in-kind contributions and Trails+ funds mainly for materials, and be maintained by camp staff. It will deliver immediate and lasting benefits for a range of individuals while preserving the natural character of the Sacramento Mountains.
Sacramento Camp & Conference Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in the Sacramento Mountains of southern New Mexico, within the Lincoln National Forest near Cloudcroft. Established in 1931, the organization operates on approximately 300 acres and provides year-round outdoor recreation, camps, retreats, and conference services for children, youth, families, adults, and individuals with disabilities. The organization serves thousands of participants annually through structured summer camps, outdoor recreation programs, retreats, and special-use programming, including inclusive camps for individuals with developmental disabilities. Sacramento Camp & Conference Center is a long-standing community asset in rural Otero County, supporting outdoor access, personal development, and community connection in a region with limited recreational infrastructure. Sacramento Camp & Conference Center has demonstrated strong organizational capacity through thesuccessful delivery of large-scale capital improvements and ongoing facility upgrades. The organization maintains full site control, a stable governance structure, and a broad volunteer base, and regularly leverages grant funding, donations, and in-kind support to implement projects that improve safety, accessibility, and long-term public benefit.