L.A.’s SHIELDS for Families teams with The Moyer Foundation to launch unique camp for children affected by a family member’s addiction
L.A.’s SHIELDS for Families teams with The Moyer Foundation to launch unique camp for children affected by a family member’s addiction
SHIELDS for Families is partnering with The Moyer Foundation to launch Camp Mariposa® Los Angeles. A first-of-its kind program, Camp Mariposa is a free weekend overnight camp for children between the ages of 9 and 12 who are affected by a family member’s substance abuse.
Registration is now open for the camp’s inaugural session…
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Ship items to:
SHIELDS for Families –
Camp Mariposa
Attn: Stephanie Moss
11601 S. Western Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90047
# (323) 242 – 5000 ext.1209
Donate!
Donations help us purchase the supplies each camper needs to participate in camp such as sleeping bags and flashlights, and covers the cost of activities like nature hikes, climbing walls, therapeutic arts & crafts and more!
– ONLINE:
Click HERE to donate online
*Indicate Camp Mariposa in the COMMENT Box
– BY MAIL:
Make checks payable to SHIELDS for Families (Indicate Camp Mariposa in the memo line) and mail to SHIELDS for Families – Camp Mariposa, Attn: Stephanie Moss, 11601 S. Western Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90047
Get Involved!
We need:
– a Registered Nurse (RN) at each camp weekend
– a photographer to take photos of 1-2 days of camp per year
– transportation to/from camp by bus (40 youth, 10-20 adults)
Questions?
Stephanie D. Moss, MSW
Development Coordinator
smoss@shieldsforfamilies.org
# (323) 242 – 5000 ext. 1209
Tax-Exemption
SHIELDS for Families is a 501c3 non-profit organization Tax ID 95-4336420 therefore donations may be tax-deductible according to your local tax laws.
About SHIELDS for Families
SHIELDS for Families (SHIELDS) is a private community-based non-profit organization dedicated to developing, delivering, and evaluating culturally-sensitive, comprehensive service models that empower and advocate for high-risk families. SHIELDS serves over 10,000 individuals, children, and families annually across South Los Angeles through 37 comprehensive, collaborative, family-centered programs for substance abuse, child welfare, mental health, child and youth development, and supportive services including educational and vocational training. SHIELDS is a nationally and internationally recognized organization that offers award-winning, innovative programs in Los Angeles’ most challenged communities.
About The Moyer Foundation
The Moyer Foundation is a public, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to provide comfort, hope and healing to children affected by loss and family addiction. Founded in 2000 by World Series champion pitcher Jamie Moyer and his wife Karen, The Foundation created and supports two signature programs. Camp Erin® is the nation’s largest network of free bereavement camps for grieving children and teens ages 6 – 17. Camp Mariposa® is a free, first-of-its-kind program for children ages 9-12 impacted by a family member’s addiction. For more information on The Moyer Foundation and its programs, please visit www.moyerfoundation.org
SHIELDS needs your help to continue developing, delivering, and evaluating culturally-sensitive, comprehensive service models that empower and educate high-risk children and families – please DONATE today!