The Amazing Sunrise Day Camps Story - with Aileen Hoffman and Deanna Slade - The Day Camp Pod #118

Send us Fan MailFind full show notes and links at: https://gocamp.pro/day-camp-pod/sunrise-campsThe Sunrise Association: Transforming Lives of kids affected by Childhood CancerThe Sunrise Day Camps started as an optimistic idea less than 20 years ago- and has grown into an unbelievably wonderful reality in which 2500 children- cancer patients, survivors, and their siblings- attended day camps last summer for no charge, with no wait lists- ever! Overall, they serve over 60,000 children each year through their day camps, year-round hospital programs and virtual programs. No organization has ever done anything like this in the camp space, their story is super-inspiring, and we can’t wait to share it with you all.Highlights:02:21 The Genesis of Sunrise Association05:05 First Camp and Recruitment Challenges16:50 Eligibility and Long-Term Impact22:46 Hospital Programs and Expansion31:10 Flexible Attendance for Campers34:13 Data Analysis and Communication Strategies39:23 Communication and Enrollment Process41:34 Expanding Camp Locations and Services44:35 Impact of the Pandemic on Camp Operations45:31 Virtual Programming and Hospital Outreach50:44 Fundraising Strategies and Community Support-Links from this Episode:www.sunriseassociation.orgSunrise Association Intro Video - https://www.youtube.com/c/SunriseAssociation-Your Hosts:Andy Pritikin, Owner/Director - Liberty Lake Day CampSam Thompson, Recreation Supervisor - Crystal Lake Park DistrictAileen Hoffman, Senior Vice President - Strategic Expansion, Sunrise AssociationDeanna Slade, Vice President of Camping and Related Services, Sunrise Association-Sponsors:AMSkierAMSkier is a leading insurance and strategic partner for many of the finest camps in America. AMSkier partners with camps to provide public relations, legal, medical, behavior support and more - Experience the AMSkier difference. Learn more at amskier.com.Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) Looking to elevate your camp experience? For over 25 years, Commercial Recreation Specialists has been transforming camps with water inflatables, Splashpads, playgrounds, and more! Boost your programming, drive registrations, and attract more campers. Our team of Recreation Specialists is here to help you design the ultimate space. Let’s take your camp to the next level – because we’re serious about FUN! Find out more at https://crs4rec.com/CampMinderCampminder has the most robust offerings of features out there. But more importantly, every feature works together to create a full, seamless system that helps camps run more efficiently. Visit them today at campminder.com