Camp Hobé Inc

Programming Pro

Camp Hobé is a special psychosocial support program for kids being treated for cancer (and similarly-treated disorders) and their families, through summer camps and family outings. Our mission is to create an atmosphere that enhances self-esteem, foster independence and friendships, and offers a sense of belonging. Participants are given the freedom to “just be kids” for a time and to stretch their limits physically, mentally, and socially.

In 2011, Tim Wright was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma in his left leg when he was 11 years old. One year later, having had fourteen rounds of chemotherapy and losing the lower part of his leg all within one year, Tim went to Camp Hobé for the first time.

“Camp got me out of my shell. Having to go through cancer and feeling so different from other kids, I just felt awkward and shy. Camp Hobé gave me a place to fit in and feel accepted. That was huge for me as a teenager and I looked forward to going every year.”

Being a part of Camp Hobé did not just influence Tim’s life, but his whole family! His three sisters were able to come as campers, and all four of them have returned as counselors to give back. His dad serves on the Board, his wife has joined the volunteer team and they all help with fundraising and raising awareness. Tim is now a Cabin Counselor Leader teaching and inspiring other volunteers to help make an impact on the camper’s lives.

“Camp Hobé will always be a part of me. I want to give back so that other kids have a chance to be accepted for who they are and feel like they belong.”

192
We reached 192 campers at our 2023 in-person summer camps. We served 43 campers at Day Camp / Hobe' Jr, 74 campers at Kids Week, and 75 at Teen Week.
24
We reached 24 campers at our 2023 virtual summer camp.
964
We have reached 964 individuals so far at our 2023 family programs.
$50
Give a childhood cancer patient (or their sibling) up to 8 hours of fun at in-person camp
$150
10 tickets for childhood cancer patients and their family members to attend a hockey match
$250
Give a childhood cancer patient (or their sibling) more than 1 day of fun at in-person summer camp

Financials

$266k
2022 Budget
81%Program Spend
8%Management Spend
11%Fundraising Spend
81%
8%
11%

Programs

Day Camp / Hobe' Junior

Our 2-day in-person camp serves kids ages 4 to 7 years. Younger kids (4-5 yrs) attend as Day Campers, while older kids (6-7 years) may attend as Day Camps or stay overnight as Hobe' Juniors.

Kids Week

Our 5-day in-person camp serves kids ages 7 to 11 years. This is a 5 day / 4 night resident camp.

Teen Week

Our 5-day in-person camp serves kids ages 12 to 19 years. This is a 5 day / 4 night resident camp.

Virtual Camp

Our 4-day virtual camp serves kids ages 6 to 19 years. This is an online interactive program.

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