As many of you already know, I have been blessed to work at Camp del Corazon for the past three summers, most recently as the Wellness Coordinator. This has allowed me the opportunity to witness first hand the absolute magic that is created for these campers.  Many of them show up nervous and shy, often because it is their first experience away from home.  By the end of their time at camp, they are so happy and proud of themselves for conquering fears as they snorkel, rock climb, experience high ropes and target sports, and so much more.  I have witnessed so much growth in 5 days for so many campers as they share these experiences with one another while also sharing their heart stories with new and old friends who can truly relate.  

Begun in 1995 by a pediatric cardiologist and a cardiovascular nurse, Camp del Corazon provides a free-of-charge residential summer camp on Catalina Island off the coast of California to 300+ kids (ages 7-17) living with congenital heart disease. Over the past 30 years, Camp del Corazon has grown to include year round programming, including virtual camp, an educational symposium for heart families, and a young adult program (ages 18-25) to support former campers as they transition to adulthood and take ownership of their health. BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE! Camp is more than all these awesome programs, camp is a FEELING! Camp has become a community and a FAMILY to so many kids and families who thought they were alone. 

And now, Camp has become MY family! Camp means so much to me. I want to make sure that Camp continues to provide a community and family for future generations of heart kids and families. Will you help me? You can join my team, make a donation, share the link to this page on social media, or come volunteer at FamFest on October 25 and be part of the camp magic! Thanks for helping to raise awareness and funds for this organization that is so close to my heart.