Ann's Crazy Rollers

Hi friends and family,

Bowling is back again!!!! It was wonderful to gather last April to laugh, bowl and shmooze all for a great cause.

Being Director of Camp Erin NYC - a FREE weekend long bereavement camp for children grieving the loss of a parent, sibling or significant person in their life- is a gift. I treasure the opportunity to be able lead another magical weekend of hope and healing for grieving children.

Recent research has shed light on a staggering statistic that one in 14 children in the state of New York will experience the death of a parent or sibling before age 18. Our goal is to aid grieving children and their families to alleviate the isolation that often accompanies grief. 

 Camp Erin has been an amazing and emotional journey watching campers transform from scared, withdrawn grieving children to children who realize they are not alone and understand it's ok to feel some joy and even laugh.

Throughout the weekend, children have the opportunity to experience traditional camp activities.   In addition, they spend time together sharing stories about their loved ones and learn to grieve and heal with the support of grief guides and bunk counselors.

The campers  leave with:

  -a sense of personal growth,

  -the understanding and comfort of knowing they are not alone,

  -the knowledge they have tools to make their journey easier, and

  -a broadened network of friends for support who understand.

Camp Erin is truly a special safe place where children can go and be themselves as they learn to live with the loss of a loved one. 

 What a gift it has been to give these children a fun and supportive environment. YOU KNOW ME- I put my heart and soul into every weekend.

Please join our Camp Erin team reach more children this summer. We are a non-profit 501(3)(C) and it is up to me to make this happen. . Please save the date-April 8th , 7-9 PM- come chat, bowl and have fun! And if you can’t make it, please consider making a donation of any amount to Camp Erin  NYC. If you prefer to pay by check, please make check payable to : Camp Erin NYC  and send to : COPE Foundation, PO Box 1251, Melville, NY 11747.

 My sincerest thanks to those who have so generously supported and helped our vision become a reality.

Together with your support and our compassionate volunteers, we will continue changing the lives of grieving children through this amazing camp experience. Through last year's efforts, 55 grieving children were able to  experience the magic of camp.

The bigger the team, the bigger the difference!

Forever grateful.

Looking forward to seeing you all on April 8th!

XO Ann