Because no child should grieve alone

2012 Camp Erin- LA dates: August 24th-26th

Volunteer Application

Camper Application Request Form in English

Camper Application Request Form in Spanish

OUR HOUSE is proud to be the Los Angeles partner for Camp Erin.

What is Camp Erin?
Camp Erin is a bereavement camp designed for children ages 7-17, who have experienced the death of a family member or friend within the last 3 years. It is a traditional, fun, high-energy camp combined with grief and education and is free of charge to all families. Camp Erin is an initiative created and funded by The Moyer Foundation in Seattle, WA – a non-profit organization established by Major League All-Star pitcher Jamie Moyer and his wife, Karen.

Through The Moyer Foundation, Camp Erin has been established in numerous states, making it the largest network of bereavement camps in the country. Each Camp Erin is facilitated through a partnership with a local hospice or grief support agency. Together, these organizations and The Moyer Foundation raise funds to help establish new camps, bringing the healing experience of Camp Erin to children in more communities each year.

Who is Erin?
Camp Erin is named in memory of Erin Metcalf, a friend of the Moyers who lost her battle to cancer at age 17. Erin’s wish was to help other children.

What activities do campers participate in throughout the weekend?
Campers engage in fun outdoor activities such rock wall climbing, swimming, relay racing, hiking, tie-dye shirt making, and basketball interspersed with grief related activities used to facilitate expression of grief and memorialize their loved one who died. Camp favorites include the memorial lantern ceremony and the grief hike.

Who will be taking care of my child?
Camp counselors are highly trained and compassionate volunteers who are there to support campers as they participate in activities and bond with one another. OUR HOUSE Directors oversee the counselors throughout the entire weekend.

Thank you to our Camp Erin Sponsors
Richard Jennings
The Moyer Foundation
Penny & Glen Alpert

About The Moyer Foundation

The Moyer Foundation is a public, 501 (c) (3) organization with offices Philadelphia, Pa., and in Seattle, Wash. The organization was founded in 2000 by World Series champion pitcher Jamie Moyer and his wife, Karen with a mission to empower children in distress by providing education and support – helping them to lead healthy and inspired lives. With the community’s support, the Foundation creates and funds programs to give children the tools and skills to overcome life’s greatest challenges. In addition to community-funded grants, The Moyer Foundation also created and funds Camp Erin&™, the largest, free bereavement camp in the country for grieving children and teens (more than 40 camps in over 25 states and one in Canada) and; Camp Mariposa, for children living with addiction/substance abuse in their families. The Moyer Foundation raises funds through special events, corporate partners and individual donors. For more information, visit www.moyerfoundation.org.

Want more information?
-About Campers, email Lauren
-About Volunteering, email Jessica