Summer Games University

SGU is a Christian summer camp for students who have completed grades 6-12. This one-week camp is an experiential, relationship focused camp where students will have the opportunity to learn more about who Jesus is and build relationships with other Christian students.

We lead an experiential, relational week of camp. During the week, we:

Worship together to encounter God’s love

Our purposeful worship themes, messages, and songs that help youth understand our Creator and help them engage in a meaningful relationship with Him. It’s a pretty awesome experience.

Spend time exploring and studying God’s Word

We have time each day for studying the Bible and exploring what God’s word has to offer for our lives. These times happen with other campers either in huddle-times or in common areas of their dorm.

Engage in meaningful peer relationships

Whether through sharing a personal story, studying the Bible, worshiping together or praying for each other, youth grow and engage relationships with other youth their age. These connections provide youth with a network of peers they can keep in touch with outside of camp.

Take action steps to grow faith

Throughout the week, youth will have many opportunities to take action steps to commit to Christ, grow in their faith, and make commitments to breakaway from sins in their lives. These opportunities help youth grow and engage in a deeper relationship with Jesus.

Play games and eat food

Games and food are always in abundance! Youth enjoy all-you-can-eat meals after playing lots of intramural style games.

Register a Camper

CAMP IS OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED GRADES 6-12

Ready for a one-of-a-kind adventure? Register today to lock-in your spot for SGU 2020!

The cost of camp is $344

The cost of camp includes all of the worship experiences, all-you-can-eat meals, their housing for the week and more!

Camp is the week of July 13-17, 2020

Campers registered prior to June 15 will receive a camp T-shirt during camp. Air-conditioned dorms are on a first-come, first-assigned basis. Campers may indicate a preferred roommate on their registration, please note that not all roommate requests can be accommodated.

Register a Camper

Apply to Be a Huddle Leader

We want YOU to be a huddle leader!

Teens and college-age students will lead a small group of 8-10 campers through an amazing week of camp. It's a life-changing experience and a week you'll never forget!

Here's what you need to be a huddle leader:

A strong relationship with Christ
Active in a Christian community (church, campus ministry)
Be 16+ before camp starts

The Huddle Leader Application process is as follows:

Submit Huddle Leader Application
Schedule an interview
Completed Testimony Form
Send Reference links
If selected AND 18+: Complete a Background Check

Huddle leader applications must be submitted by April 17th

Apply to be a Huddle Leader

Donate

SGU strives to keep the cost of our camp as low as possible. Donate now to help keep camp affordable for families.

Donate

Pay for Summer Games University

The cost of camp is $344

If you prefer to pay by check, please mail it to:
SGU c/o April Buske
2330 W 41st Street
Davenport, IA 52806

To pay on a remaining balance, please log back in to your account. If you have any difficulties, please Contact Us.

Print Forms for SGU

Download and print off forms you need for Summer Games University!

Summer Games Registration Form - Printable Paper Version
Camper Health Form – Do not submit this form when registering for camp. Each camper must present their own Camper Health History Authorization Form along with Medication Admin Form to the SGU medical health care personnel at registration on Monday of camp.
Medication Admin Form
Camp Details - Information on dropping off & picking up your camper, camp banks, dorm keys, packing list & dress code
Grinnell Campus Map

Scholarships for Pursiing Ministry

Summer Games University offers two different scholarship opportunities to SGU alumni who are attending programs to train and develop in the call to full-time ministry. You can apply for one or both of the scholarship programs.

Stan Wierson Summer Games International Seminary Scholarship

A new scholarship is available through Summer Games International, called the Stan Wierson Summer Games International Seminary Scholarship.

This scholarship is available to those who have participated in the Summer Games camping ministry and are currently attending a seminary.

Deadline to apply is June 1st of each year you are in seminary.

To request application form contact Elaine Knudtson.

Scholarship for Pursuing a Call to Ministry

This scholarship continues to be available to any Summer Games alumni who is attending a program to train and develop in the call to full-time ministry, whether through a traditional seminary or another program.

Apply for this Scholarship