Camp Erin

Camp Erin offers day and overnight programs for children and teens. Camp Erin Online offers free online grief support groups and programs with monthly sessions for families to come together, learn ways to navigate grief, and connect with others who have shared experience.

Programs

• Camp Erin — Day and overnight programs
• Camp Erin Online — Online grief support groups and programs; monthly sessions · Free online support for families to come together, learn ways to navigate grief, and connect with others who have shared experience.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Current session: Rebuilding What Matters: A LEGO® Based Family Grief Expression Event (Oct 24–Oct 24, 2026)

About the provider

Camp Erin says it was created in 2002 and has helped over 37,000 children and teens since then. Its mission is helping youth and families find joy and hope in the midst of grief. Through a network of partnerships with nonprofits in local communities across the U.S. and Canada, Camp Erin says it brings hope and joy to thousands of youth and their families annually.

Camp Erin provides a safe environment for children, teens, and their adult caregivers to explore their grief, learn essential coping skills, and make friends with peers who are also grieving. Programs are free.

What families say

“I got to make friends who actually know what I'm going through, because my friends at home don't understand. Also, it helped me when I felt like it was safe for to share my story.” — Camper | Age 14

“I was talking to my Big Buddy about my mom and I was crying. She told me when I talked about my mom I just had a glow on my face. So I kept talking about my sweet mom and telling funny stories about her and by the end I was laughing.” — Camper | Age 13

“Camp Erin helped me by teaching me how to cope with grief by arts and crafts, hikes, tile smashing, drumming, and other really fun and awesome stuff. And I met so many friends that have almost the same situation I have. Thank you Camp Erin!” — Camper | Age 11

Last updated October 5, 2026.