Accra: Scripture Union (SU) Ghana has initiated a GHS15 million fundraising campaign to construct a National Youth and Children Development Campsite in the Aburi Municipality's Pepawani area. The project is designed to offer a permanent venue for SU's camping ministry, traditionally relying on rented facilities.
According to Ghana News Agency, the proposed campsite will occupy a 14.2-acre land and include a 1,000-seater multipurpose conference hall, dormitories for 250 campers, a cafeteria, an administrative block, and supporting infrastructure. Once completed, the campsite is expected to boost the number of camps organized by SU Ghana annually, providing a dedicated location for year-round camping and leadership training conferences.
The project aims to serve not only SU Ghana's needs but also offer conference and camp facilities for churches, corporations, and other Christian groups. It is anticipated that the project will reduce the expenses associated with renting external facilities, allowing SU to allocate more resources toward its ministry activities and ensuring consistent maintenance of camping standards.
Mr. Emmanuel Boate, Chairman of the SU Ghana National Council, emphasized that the project is about creating a spiritual and social legacy. He encouraged support for the initiative, highlighting its potential to invest in the future of young people. Mr. Boate urged contributions from corporate Ghana, churches, and high-net-worth individuals, promising to honor major donors by naming campsite facilities after them.
Mr. Eric Seddy Kutortse, Executive Chairman of First Sky Group and Chairman of the fundraising event, reiterated the project's significance as a necessity rather than a luxury. He called for transparency in fund utilization, stressing the project's role in building lives and raising leaders. He warned that without such initiatives, society risks a lack of integrity, character, and hope.
Rev. Albert Ocran, Executive Chairman of Combert Impressions Ltd. and Co-founder of the Springboard Roadshow, pledged his support, citing SU's influence on his personal and professional growth. He encouraged SU to use technology and social media to engage former members globally, suggesting that small contributions from each could make the vision a reality.
Founded in 1890, SU Ghana is the largest para-church organization in the country, dedicated to making Christ known to children, young people, and families, and promoting daily Bible reading and prayer. Its camping ministry has long served as a platform for Bible study, leadership development, mentoring, recreation, and character formation.
