Send-A-Kid To Camp
The average cost to send a child to summer camp was $400 in 2023 - this cost continues to rise every year.
What is Send-A-Kid to Camp?
The Send-A-Kid To Camp Program is an initiative of the Garifuna Institute for Research and Indigenous Understanding (GARIU) that provides deserving children between the ages of 5 and 14 with the opportunity to attend summer camp. Some parents cannot afford the cost of sending their children to camp, and some children live in violent or abusive households.
The Send-A-Kid to Camp program covers the cost of attendance so that financial constraints do not prevent any child from participating in an enriching summer experience. With this program, children who otherwise don’t have the opportunity to enjoy such an experience get to live out the fun, freedom, and excitement that summer camp brings. In addition to fun activities such as drama, music, sports, and games, the children also learn valuable skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership. With Send-A-Kid To Camp, deserving children get to just be ‘kids.
Consider donating to support the Send-A-Kid To Camp program and help ensure that more children get to enjoy the benefits of a summer camp experience.
Our Goal
Our goal is to ensure that we are in a position to offer every child referred to the Send-A-Kid To Camp Program the opportunity to attend summer camp. This program is designed to encompass the whole camping experience for marginalized children by covering all camp fees, assisting with transportation to and from camp, and providing basic necessities for children who may need them.
The average cost to send a child to summer camp was $600 in 2023 – this cost continues to rise every year. In order to continue provide this valuable community service We must rely on the generous help of our community and various foundation corporations and other partners..
The Benefits Camp Brings to Children
Attending camp can be transformative for children in many ways. It not only creates lasting memories, but also instills a sense of belonging, teaches tools for balance and attachment, fosters personal growth, community, and independence. At camp, children are free to be themselves and take charge of their experiences, from battling homesickness to making new friends and trying new activities.
Summer camp is an ideal escape from daily life stresses and offers a unique opportunity for children to learn, grow, and have fun. Consider sending your child to camp for a positive impact on their life this summer!
Some of the benefits include:
Experience Postive Self Growth
Meet New Friends
Find Positive Role Models
You can help kids realize their potential to succeed. Please make a donation to a worthy cause.
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