We give grieving children
experiences that change
their lives forever.

We give grieving children experiences that change their lives forever.

Experience Camps is an award-winning national nonprofit that transforms the lives of grieving children through summer camp programs and innovative, year-round initiatives. Through compassion, connection, and play, we allow grieving children to embody a life full of hope and possibility. By amplifying their voices, we are creating a more grief-sensitive culture.

Why it matters

Approximately six million children in the U.S. will experience the death of a parent, sibling or primary caregiver by the time they turn 18. Grieving youth are more likely to endure mental health challenges, poor academic performance, and negative long-term physical and financial outcomes than their non-grieving peers. Left unaddressed, childhood grief can undermine a child’s future.

However, with the proper interventions and an ecosystem of support around them, grief can lead to remarkable resilience.

1 in 5 children will experience the death of someone close before they turn 18.

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Upcoming Events

Dates & Locations

See below for the dates and camp locations for each program this summer.

Please note: all staff are expected to arrive the day before campers arrive for an in-person orientation. Specific dates and times for arrival and departure will be shared closer to camp.

Maui

July 28-31, 2023

For kids on Maui entering 3rd-11th grades (ages 8-17) in the 2023-24 school year. At Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

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Georgia

July 30-August 4, 2023

For kids entering grades 4-12 in the 23/24 school year. At Camp Twin Lakes in Rutledge, GA.
1391 Keencheefoonee Road, Rutledge, GA 30663

California (Girls)

August 7-12, 2023

For girls entering grades 4-12 in the 23/24 school year. At Green Oak Ranch in Vista, CA.
1237 Green Oak Road, Vista, CA 92081

California (Boys)

August 14-19, 2023

For boys entering grades 4-12 in the 23/24 school year. At Green Oak Ranch in Vista, CA.
1237 Green Oak Road, Vista, CA 92081

Pennsylvania

August 14-19, 2023

For boys and girls entering grades 4-12 in the 23/24 school year. At Camps Equinunk and Blue Ridge in Equinunk, PA.
788 Legends Path, Equinunk, PA 18417

Maryland

August 15-20, 2023

For kids entering grades 4-9 in the 23/24 school year. At Camp Airy in Thurmont, MD
14938 Old Camp Airy Rd Thurmont, MD 21788

Maine (Girls)

August 21-26, 2023

For girls entering grades 4-11 in the 23/24 school year. At Camp Somerset in Smithfield, ME.
11 Somerset Lane, Smithfield, ME 04978

Maine (Boys)

August 21-26, 2023

For boys entering grades 4-12 in the 23/24 school year. At Camp Manitou in Oakland, ME
47 Camp Manitou Cove, Oakland, ME 04963

Michigan

August 22-27, 2023

For kids entering grades 4-11 in the 23/24 school year. At Camps Lake of the Woods and Greenwoods in Decatur, MI
84600 47 1/2 St, Decatur, MI 49045

How to get involved

Apply to become a volunteer at one of our one-week summer camps.

Volunteer

Go the extra mile by running your own fundraiser for grieving kids.

Fundraise

Learn about all the ways you can give: Credit Card, Check, Paypal, Wire Transfer, Bitcoin, Donor Advised Funds & more.

Donate

virtually light a candle for someone you have lost.

Light a Candle

Join by making a monthly donation and get ready for some awesome member rewards! 

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Leave a legacy

Volunteer

Apply to become a volunteer at one of our one-week summer camps.

Fundraise

Go the extra mile by running your own fundraiser for grieving kids.

Donate

Learn about all the ways you can give: Credit Card, Check, Paypal, Wire Transfer, Bitcoin, Donor Advised Funds & more.

Become an ambassador

Become a member of our team and help amplify our reach.

Tell your story

Submit your story or article to be featured on our site. Help break down the walls to understanding grief.

Leave a legacy

Legacy funds are an impactful way to honor the memory of a loved one.