Steve Wampler discovered the benefits of the great outdoors as a child. Coming to understand that it was an important stepping stone in his life, he attended a wilderness summer camp for children with disabilities.One of the first things you’ll notice about Stephen visually is that he is in a wheelchair, because Stephen J. Wampler has Cerebral Palsy (CP). Then you’ll get to know Stephen as a person and you’ll see how little CP defines him. Over the years he has learned not to only live with his disability, but to thrive in life with his condition. He wants to ensure that others with physical disabilities have the same opportunity as he has had so they can live a fulfilling life.He went on to graduate from college, and with his wife, Elizabeth, have two children, Charlotte and Joseph. Having been forever changed by his own experiences at camp, he understood that these benefits were not unique to him. Steve’s dream was “to be able to own his own camp”. In 2002, Steve and Elizabeth founded The Stephen J. Wampler Foundation, and “Camp Wamp” was opened in 2004. With the wilderness as the backdrop, kids enjoy the fun and camaraderie of camp life. With Steve as their inspiration, their experiences push each one to discover how capable they really are.Wampler’s Ascent, has won multiple film & festival awards. It’s an inspiring film that motivates us all. Currently Stephen J Wampler has become an international celebrity speaking at TEDx, many Foundations, Corporations & Sales Teams to inspire and motivate leaders. Stephen J Wampler shares his story on what it takes to make the impossible, possible. “Your mind is your only limit” Rock on kid!In the film Stephen J Wampler shows us how persistence, tenacity and finding your inner strength can help you accomplish what many thought was impossible. Steve’s Climb Wampler’s Ascent pulls through and climbs El Capitan “El Cap” in Yosemite National Park.For more info go to www.campwamp.org.

Stephen J. Wampler's (Camp Wamp) mission in life is to provide life changing outdoor educational experiences to physically disabled children. These wilderness education programs teach physically challenged children/teens self-confidence and motivation leading to increased optimism for education and overcoming physical challenges they inevitably face in life. The Foundation incorporated in October 2001, becoming a fully recognized tax-exempt non-profit 501(c) 3 organization in March of 2002. Our outdoor programs started in August of 2004, welcoming 24 campers. The organization has grown over the past 16 years and sponsored 250 children at 5 camping programs last year. The Board of Directors consists of 7 members with a unique skill set to assure the success of the operating model and manage the organization and the structure. Board Committees include Finance, Program, Fund-raising and Executive with no less then two members on each committee. The annual budget of the Foundation for 2017 is $1,250,250 with operating expenses of just over $800,000 for our facility project retro fit.

The company booked large blocks of rooms for convention a corporate meetings worldwide. My wife Elizabeth and I operated the company until September 11th 2001.

My responsibilities are the day to day operations a cultivating major gift giving from donors.