The 7 Million Campaign is a transformational investment in the place where Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and KODA/Coda lives are shaped, strengthened, and uplifted — steady as the pines, bright as the lake at sunrise.
Camp Mark Seven is not merely a place — it is a feeling. A breath of belonging carried on the breeze across Fourth Lake. A sanctuary where Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and KODA/Coda individuals step into a world shaped by their language, their culture, their backgrounds, and finally feel at home.
From the beginning, Father Tom Coughlin dreamed of a place like this: a refuge woven from Deaf culture, community, spirituality, and the quiet strength of the Adirondacks. His vision took root in these forests in 1981, grew in the hearts of campers, and continues to live in every shared story.
The 7 Million Campaign is the next chapter — a transformational renewal of the spaces that hold our stories, an expansion of the places where community grows, and a commitment to ensuring that the heart of CM7 beats strong for generations yet to come.
Six new spaces and one century-old lodge. Every dollar revitalizes key spaces and creates new, inclusive environments that will serve Deaf and KODA/Coda campers for generations to come.
The Pavilion Overlook
New Construction
PROJECTED
$300 – $450K
Positioned to capture stunning lakefront views, the Pavilion Overlook features an inviting timber design that blends with the Adirondack landscape. It will accommodate parent programs, CM7 activities, and social events — fostering inclusion and unity among campers, staff, alumni, and visitors.
The Chapel in the Woods
New Construction
PROJECTED
$150 – $250K
A 1,072-square-foot hexagon-shaped chapel inspired by monastic architecture and Deaf space principles. Built on bedrock for long-term stability, with west-facing windows that fill the sanctuary with warm natural light — seating roughly fifty people for prayer, meditation, and community gathering.
Visitor Center & Staff Residence Hall
New Construction
PROJECTED
TBD
The Visitors Center will serve as a year-round check-in facility for all guests, creating a secure, welcoming entry onto campgrounds. The attached Staff Residence Hall provides lodging for support staff, freeing beds in the Mohawk Lodge for more campers.
The Boat Shed
New Construction
PROJECTED
$195K
A lakeside structure designed to support CM7’s expanding waterfront programs. The Boat Shed provides safe, organized storage for kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, and essential waterfront equipment, creating a more efficient and accessible experience for all campers.
The Hilltop House
Renovation
PROJECTED
$200K
The Hilltop House restoration completes a dedicated lodging space that houses the people doing the essential work of camp, the volunteers, instructors, and guests whose presence makes every summer possible.
The Pole Barn Extension
New Expansion
PROJECTED
TBD
A 1,575-square-foot expansion of the existing maintenance building. Centralizes tools, vehicles, and equipment to ensure efficient maintenance of camp facilities year-round, while protecting critical equipment from weather and wear.
The Mohawk Lodge
Historic Preservation
PROJECTED
$200K
The historic Mohawk Lodge remains the heart of CM7. Planned renovations will preserve its Adirondack charm while updating essential systems, improving safety, accessibility, and comfort for generations of Deaf and KODA/Coda campers yet to come.
From the beginning, Camp Mark Seven has been more than just a camp — it’s a home where friendships take root, confidence grows, and Deaf culture is not just embraced. It’s lived.
Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and KODA/Coda youth from across the country find belonging here.
Founded by Father Tom Coughlin in 1981 on the shores of Fourth Lake.
Every gift directly supports campers, campus, and Deaf cultural programming.
Your generosity ensures that CM7 continues to thrive as a place of culture, connection, and community. Choose the way that means the most to you.
A single contribution makes an immediate impact — helping us move critical projects forward and strengthening the experience for future Deaf and KODA/Coda campers.
Many employers will match your donation — sometimes doubling or tripling your impact. Check with your workplace to see if they offer a matching gift program and multiply your support for CM7.
A meaningful way to support CM7’s mission for future generations. Including Camp Mark 7 in your will or estate plans ensures that Deaf and KODA/Coda campers will continue to experience community, culture, and connection.
Make checks payable to the Mark Seven Deaf Foundation and mail to our Capital Campaign Office. We’ll send a receipt and acknowledgement for your records.
Give a one-time gift, set up recurring support, or dedicate your contribution to a specific project. Every dollar strengthens the next chapter of CM7.
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