KOA Announces Care Camps Big Weekend May 10-11, 2024
When: May 10-11, 2024
What: Stay at a participating KOA campground on May 10 & 11, 2024, and 50%* of the cost of the site on the second night will be donated to Care Camps!
Why: Your stay will make a difference in the lives of children with cancer, by helping raise funds for medically supervised pediatric oncology camps. These camps help children who have cancer enjoy care-free time focusing on fun, friends, and activities instead of on their illness. Funds raised from Saturday, May 11, 2024 will be donated to the Care Camps Foundation, which distributes $2 million annually to support 100+ pediatric oncology camps across the U.S. and Canada.
Learn more at carecamps.org.
* Only valid at participating KOA locations. Applies to one site, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. Only KOA Rewards discounts apply.
For the list of participating KOA locations in the USA please follow this link:
https://koa.com/national-events/care-camps-big-weekend/#unitedstates
For the list of participating locations in Canada, please follow this link:
https://koa.com/national-events/care-camps-big-weekend/#canada
To find out more about Care Camps, Please visit carecamps.org.
Care Camps Foundation Celebrates Significant Milestone with Legacy Partner Kampgrounds of America
A Special Report from our friends at Care Camps
Billings, MT – Care Camps Foundation, a national non-profit dedicated to bringing the healing power of the outdoors to children living with cancer, is thrilled to announce a landmark achievement in partnership with Kampgrounds of America (KOA). Since its inception, KOA Inc. and campgrounds have raised over $20 million to support the mission of Care Camps Foundation.
This contribution marks a significant milestone in the long-standing partnership between Care Camps Foundation and KOA, highlighting the enduring commitment of both organizations to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families affected by cancer.
Care Camps Foundation was started by a caring group of KOA campground owners who began fundraising for pediatric oncology camps in 1984. Over the past four decades, this grassroots effort has grown into a substantial foundation funding over 120 camps across the United States and Canada.
In 2023, the KOA umbrella raised over $1.6 million for Care Camps Foundation, impacting the lives of over 41,000 children and families navigating a cancer journey.
“Care Camps Foundation is immensely grateful to everyone associated with KOA,” said Gwynn Sullivan, Care Camps Foundation Executive Director. “Their unwavering dedication allows us to fulfill our mission of providing transformative camp experiences for these special children. As our legacy partner, KOA is the cornerstone of our organization, and their generosity has made an indelible impact on the camps we fund.”
Annually, KOA Inc., and KOA campgrounds across North America host fundraising events and support Care Camps Foundation’s year-round initiatives. KOA Big Weekend (May 10 and 11, 2024) is just one of the many ways participating campgrounds are poised to give back to Care Camps Foundation with a portion of site reservations being donated.
“KOA is proud to stand alongside Care Camps Foundation,” said Toby O’Rourke, KOA Inc. President and CEO. “KOA’s mission to connect people to the outdoors and each other seamlessly aligns with Care Camps Foundation. Our partnership underscores the deep-rooted values of compassion and community that define both organizations. Together, we will continue to make a positive difference in the lives of children living with cancer and their families.”
About Care Camps:
Care Camps Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to funding medically supervised pediatric oncology camps across the United States and Canada. They aspire to bring the healing power of community and the outdoors to children living with cancer and their families by partnering with the outdoor industry, other businesses, foundations, and individuals to fund the camps. Care Camps Foundation supports camps who are members of the Children’s Oncology Camping Association (COCA) which oversees their quality assurance and professional development. For more information, please visit www.carecamps.org.
To donate today in Canada, please follow this link:
To donate today in the USA, please follow this link:
https://carecamps.salsalabs.org/carecampswebsite/index.html
About Kampgrounds of America (KOA):
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) is the world’s largest system of privately held campgrounds with over 500 locations across North America. Founded in 1962, KOA is committed to providing exceptional outdoor experiences and promoting a sense of community among campers. KOA has been a proud supporter of Care Camps Foundation for over 30 years, raising funds and awareness to help children with cancer experience the healing power of camp. For more information, please visit www.koa.com.
