Camp STAR is a grief camp designed for children ages 8-17 who have experienced the death of a parent, friend, or loved one. The weekend long camp combines traditional, fun, camp activities with grief education and emotional support.
All camp activities are facilitated by caring, trained professionals, and volunteers. Each camper is assigned a camp buddy, who is a specially trained mentor that provides one-on-one companionship throughout the weekend. Camp Buddies are young adults ages 18 to 25.
Through the activities and buddy relationship, the children learn skills to share and remember the person that was lost.
Camp STAR 2026 will be Friday August 14th – Sunday August 16th. Sign up below to receive a camper application when they become available.
Expect your child to engage in a multitude of fun, educating activities as well as learning skills geared toward dealing with grief and loss.
An awards ceremony and memorial service with family and friends will take place prior to departure on Sunday.
