Camp News
Stories of Independence, Inclusion, and Fun on Vaughn Bay
Matthew's First Time at Camp - A Story of Success
"It was a really, really, really, amazing, wonderful experience. Matthew has never been away that long before, and never overnight. It seemed SO positive for him."
Avril Lavigne Foundation Continues Support
The Avril Lavigne Foundation continues to graciously support children and teens with disabilities! This summer, Camp Stand By Me was one of five camps across the US and Canada chosen to be a part of the CAMP S.T.A.R.S program.
Another Amazing Summer at Camp!
When we wrapped up our final summer session this month, almost 400 campers had stayed with us on the beautiful shores of Vaughn Bay – which included 45 new campers!
TLC Fundraising Campaign
Thanks to a group dedicated donors, we raised a total of $3,840.00 to refresh, renew, and rejuvenate Camp Stand By Me! Now that the last summer camp session of 2015 has wrapped up, we’ll be putting those funds to use buying new lights, showerheads, appliances and more!
Nature Learning Center
Our Nature Learning Center (NLC) is going to be fantastic this summer! The Russell Foundation helped us finish the project by giving us the funds to purchase supplies. Learn more.
Avril Lavigne Foundation
Avril Lavigne Announces Second Annual Camp S.T.A.R.S. Summer Camp Scholarship Program For Kids With Disabilities. Learn more about this program and the 2014 recipients.
Camper Family Testimonials
Read more about what are campers' families are saying about Camp Stand By Me.
Camper Poem
Take a look at a beautiful poem one camper wrote about Camp Stand By Me. We couldn’t say it better ourselves!
Camp Needs List
Want to donate specific item to Camp Stand By Me? Click here to view our current camp needs list.
Rent Camp
The facilities at Easterseals Camp Stand By Me are available for rent by user groups when camp is not in session. All facilities are fully accessible.
Be sure to like our Camp Stand By Me Facebook Page where participants and staff share their stories about camp. If you've been to camp, visit and chat with your friends and favorite staff. If you haven't been to camp yet, take a look and learn how camp changes people's lives! www.facebook.com/CampStandByMe
