Camp Alphie

OUR MISSION

Camp Alphie's ongoing mission for over thirty years has been to provide a place for children suffering from cancer, as well as their families, to experience some new things, make new friends and connections, and relax - forget about their worries.

We know that medical expenses can be a huge drain, financially and emotionally, on a family. That's why, with the help of many, many donors - both individuals as well as companies - we are able to set up this ever-growing, free-of-charge camp every year to provide new, joyful memories for kids who may not have many chances to run and play.

Our goal in setting up Camp Alphie is to provide a place of healing for the childlike spirit of these kids as well as for parents who have heavy burdens on their shoulders. Rejuvenating, recharging, and unifying families is one of the most strived-for results of our camp, and we are proud to say that year after year we achieve that goal, and, like our mascot Alphie, who greets each day with a smile, we can see the joy on the faces of the kids here.

Keeping the camp medically up-to-date with nutritious meals, rest time, and nurses and doctors who administer medication and are present to treat any injuries or issues any kid might have is also one of our important goals.

ABOUT CAMP ALPHIE!

What makes Camp Alphie special is not its activities, or its location - though Ceta Canyon, Texas is a beautiful place in the summer; no, what makes it special is its dedication to care for kids who might not have time to experience everything they ever wanted to. Our dedication to providing the experiences and creating memories for these kids is unmatched, and our focus is on safe, healthy, good old fun!

Camp Alphie is a completely non-profit organization that relies on donations and wonderful volunteer camp directors and counselors to run smoothly year after year, for over 30 years. On-site oncology nurses and doctors help monitor the health of the children while they forget about their worries and romp with other kids their age, from ages 7-14.

Kids' Camp and Parents' Camp (for parents of kids attending the kids' camp only) are free of charge. All these fun activities for six days, with extra care and attention, for free?! Yep! Just fill out the necessary forms, and Alphie the courageous lion will welcome you with open arms and paws when you come to experience the joys of our camp!

Find out more about the events and activities for this year's Camp Alphie under 'Camp Activities', browse through photos of past years in the Photo Album, or read all about our friendly staff and our mission here in 'About Us' as you surf the site, but don't forget to check out the FAQ if you're thinking of applying to come spend a week with us! And please - if you know of any children or families that could benefit from our program, don't hesitate to refer them to this site.