Brainy Camps Association

Filing Period

Jul 1, 2010 to Jun 30, 2011

Signed

May 11, 2012

Return Version

2010v3.7

Gross Receipts

$295,252

Major Activities

Activity 2

Camp new friends (cnf) offers children and teens with neurofibromatosis (ages 7-15) seven days and six nights of summer fun and social connections. Camp new friends and all of the camps developed by childrens national medical centers brainy camps serve to reduce the stigma and isolation that is often associated with neurological disorders and chronic health conditions. The camps also provide parents with respite. Campers participate and choose from activities including hiking, arts and crafts, canoeing, team sports, a low and high ropes confidence course, camp olympics, swimming, yoga and drama. Support groups and educational programs promote knowledge, skill development and social connections.

Activity 3

Camp great rock - camp great rock is a week long, overnight camp for children and teens with epilepsy, ages 7-16. For 16 years, it has provided campers with epilepsy a safe environment where they can have fun while building confidence, independence, and self-esteem. Epilepsy is a common and unpredictable condition that often leads to feelings of social stigma and isolation. Camp great rock was developed to reduce the stigma and isolation, while allowing children with epilepsy to meet others with the same condition and enjoy an overnight camp experience. Camp great rock is more than a summer camp-it is specially designed to help kids with epilepsy develop friendships, gain an understanding of their condition, and realize their potential and self worth. At camp great rock, one staff member is assigned to every two campers. Staff, including a pediatric neurologist, nurses, social workers, physical therapist and counselors, are on-site 24 hours a day and trained in seizure recognition, first aid, cpr and the special needs of children with epilepsy. Many counselors and volunteers live with epilepsy and share their experiences with the campers. Throughout the week, campers swim, boat, fish, take nature hikes, play group sports and participate in arts and crafts projects. The kids learn team-building skills through activities such as a low-ropes course, skits, and camp olympics. Group counseling sessions allow the children to discuss their feelings and learn how others cope with their epilepsy. For one week, the children do not have to worry about explaining their seizures to their peers. They simply have fun. The friendships made at camp often continue throughout the year and for many to come.

Filer

EIN

27-1547370