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Recent Stories from the Campfire Circle Community

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Priscilla’s Gift to Campfire Circle

For Priscilla Wright, music has been a constant thread woven throughout her life. ...Read More

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Sickle Cell Awareness Month: The Power of Camp

During Sickle Cell Awareness Month in September, we recognize the many campers we serve living with sickle cell disease ...Read More

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Finding Joy and Belonging

Every September, we shine a light on Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and recognize the thousands of kids and families ...Read More

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Leaving a Legacy of Compassion

When Michael Beerden reflects on his life, it’s filled with stories of resilience, compassion, and quiet heroism ...Read More

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From Camper Parent to Lifelong Volunteer

When Traci first arrived at Campfire Circle with her family in 2012, she didn’t know how ...Read More

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Stu and Kim Lang Donate $15 Million to Campfire Circle for Kids with Serious Illness

Philanthropists Stu and Kim Lang have made a landmark $15 million donation ...Read More

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Bringing Camp to Dialysis

For most kids, sitting still for more than a few minutes can feel impossible. For kids on dialysis – whose kidneys aren’t working and who need to ...Read More

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Finding Freedom, Friendship & Fun on the Road

Meet Elise – a long-time rider, leadership committee member, and team captain of KindHuman. ...Read More