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The Year of SeriousFun
2025
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S’more Fun for Everyone: How Camps Make a Classic Treat Inclusive
Nothing says “camp” quite like a s’more. The union of a crunchy graham cracker exterior with a sweet, melty center is a time-honored treat that’s beloved by campers and counselors alike. At SeriousFun Children’s Network camps, making s’mores isn’t just about the snacks (though those are pretty great). It’s about making sure every camper—regardless of medical diagnosis or…
Clea Newman on Her Father’s Legacy in The Irish Times
Clea Newman, SeriousFun Children’s Network Ambassador and daughter of SeriousFun founder Paul Newman, recently spoke with The Irish Times about her father’s playful spirit, his lifelong commitment to giving back, and the joy that sparked a global network of camps. “He was kind of like a big kid himself. He loved to just play with…
From a Cabin in the Woods to the Hallways of a Hospital, Study Finds SeriousFun Delivers the Same Powerful Impact
In April 2025, researchers from Dublin City University, University College Dublin, and King’s College London published an independent study titled Exploring the Conceptual Value of Different Programme Models in SeriousFun Children’s Network. Funded by SeriousFun and Takeda Pharmaceuticals, the study set out to answer a powerful question: What makes each SeriousFun program format truly valuable…