Wapiyapi

“The form 990 is reviewed and approved by the board of directors.”

“The conflict of interest policy is signed by all new board members at the time of their orientation. Each year, the full board fills out the form to report changes or if there are no changes.”

“The compensation for the executive director is determined through colorado nonprofit association data, along with other data, and is approved by the board of directors.”

“The organization's governing documents are available upon request.”

“------------------- mission statement, continued -------------------- camp wapiyapi is committed to providing a nurturing community that supports emotional healing, belonging, and personal growth for patients and siblings affected by childhood cancer. Through a wide range of inclusive, ability- affirming activities, camp brings joy, builds friendships, and offers a meaningful break from the medical environment. Children experience playful adventures and peer connection that can ease the isolation that often accompanies a cancer journey. Siblings, who are also profoundly impacted, find understanding and camaraderie among peers with shared experiences. This family-centered approach helps ensure every child feels valued and supported, reinforcing the importance of emotional well-being for the entire family.”

“Health care support at camp wapiyapi is made possible through the donated professional services of physicians and nurses. While the value of these in-kind services is not reported as revenue on this form, it is essential to safe program delivery and deeply appreciated. In 2025, the donation of physician and nurse services was valued at 77,589.”

“Camp wapiyapi is dedicated to delivering a transformative experience for families and continually assesses program effectiveness using a comprehensive logic model. In 2025, 100% of families reported that the camp experience had a positive impact on their child(ren)'s lives and increased their hope for the future. In addition, 100% of families shared that camp boosted their child's confidence, strengthened family bonds, and provided a safe, supportive environment free from the daily weight of childhood cancer. As the organization expands its reach, it is also serving more children with complex medical needs, including increased medication management and specialized care. Strengthening capacity to safely support these needs reflects wapiyapi's commitment to making camp accessible to more children facing childhood cancer and their siblings. In addition, because pediatric cancer affects families across all communities, wapiyapi strives to reach children statewide, including those in rural and under-resourced areas.”