About
Camp HOPE is a free weekend camp for grieving children, teens, and their families. Youth campers may attend without an adult, and adult family members of attending children are also welcome. The camp is offered three times a year, with upcoming camp weekends October 3-4, 2026 and February 13-14, 2027.
Programs
- Camp HOPE — Grieving children, teens, and their families · Three times a year; upcoming camp weekends October 3-4, 2026 and February 13-14, 2027 · A free weekend camp offered to campers without charge. Youth campers may attend without an adult; adult family members of attending children are also welcome.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–18 years old
- General schedule: The camp is offered three times a year.
About the provider
Camp HOPE was founded in September 1989 and was the first camp for grieving children in Wisconsin and one of the few in existence across the nation. Becky Kraemer Loy is the founder, and Maria Loy Carson is the Executive Director. The site says Camp HOPE supports all who are doing the necessary work to dismantle systems of oppression and to fight against racial injustice in their communities.
Camp is free of charge. Registration forms must be completed to attend. Late registrations are accepted up until 2 days prior to camp. Youth campers can attend without an adult, but adult camp is not offered to individuals without children attending.
Last updated August 29, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.