In these unstable economic times, non-profits have taken a big hit.

"We're struggling right now to keep the doors open," said Joyce Wall, Star Foundation president.

Wall said before they even started their camp two weeks ago, they were already short $5,000 and had half the number of kids signed up this year than last. 

"A lot of parents are losing jobs, lots of kids want to come, but parents can't afford it," said Wall. "They're embarassed to bring their kids without money."

And that's where Saturday's fundraiser comes in. The proceeds go to help send kids to camp, as well as pay for art supplies, activities, and transportation. 

"This year we don't have the use of van transportation because we don't have enough funding raised," said Wall.

Counselors said they need the money for the camp to continue to provide an important service for kids and teens: keeping them out of trouble and on the right track.

"We ask them, 'do you like drawing, building things, what do you like?,'" said Christian Andrews, camp counselor. "And we work with them personally and say,'we're going to help you with such and such.'"

It's something campers said makes a big difference and many are already focused on helping the younger ones.

"We have to work hard to achieve what need and my goal is to help out with the kids," said one camper.

The camp runs through August 21st and officials said they have plenty of opening that they still need to have filled. The foundation said it will work with parents who may not have enough money to afford to send their child to the camp.