Camp Brim Shire ADA Pool

The Association for Midwest Disadvantaged Youth (AMDY) began in 1980 with the purpose of operating Camp Brim Shire. The foundation is an entirely all-volunteer effort and designated as a 501(c)3 foundation. Armed with $100, a handful of volunteers, a 40 acre parcel and a vision, Richard and Sherry Hashagen began their journey to bring Camp Brim Shire to life. They strove to create a fully ADA accessible camp to mid-Missouri youth and organizations.

Currently, Camp Brim Shire is seeking help to reach its fundraising goal to allow for the replacement of its 35-year-old ADA-accessible therapy swimming pool and make other upgrades to the campus located north of St. James.


Camp Brim Shire was designed, built and continues to be operated solely on donations. From 1980 to 1988 Brim Shire was totally free to all children and agencies. Today, the AMDY & Camp Brim Shire continue to operate with no paid employees yet due to increasing utilities and maintenance costs a minimal fee is assessed. All staff are volunteers and less than 4% of all funds are spent on administration costs.

We work with and host a wide range of groups including local and regional organizations working with the developmental or physically disabled, seniors, veterans, scouts, schools, church groups, individuals from civic agencies and many others. 

Please help us continue to serve the central Missouri region so we can always fulfill our primary mission: 

To enrich the lives of ALL children and their families through our unique programs. Our goal is to facilitate care, love, individual development and responsibility for self and others.