Topic: Camp Values

How Can Camps Track Progress Towards Their Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Goals?
Dr. Allison Dymnicki, principal senior associate at Abt Global, and Dr. Ann Gillard, research director at SeriousFun Children’s Network The What? SeriousFun Children’s Network camps and programs support the idea…
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Safety Above All: Responding to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Just a few short months into 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic flipped the world upside down. In-person gatherings—whether work or personal—halted overnight. In-person camp programming shut down, too. But SeriousFun Children’s Network recognized…
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Excellence in Action: COVID-19 Operations Guide for SERIOUSFUN CAMPS
One of the positive impacts of SeriousFun Children’s Network’s response to COVID-19, and the intentional and streamlined collaboration and knowledge sharing that took place, was the development of the COVID-19 Operations Guide…
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Paul Newman Inspires Joy, Hope & Generosity
Reflections from SeriousFun CEO Blake Maher
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Camp Really is a Place for Everyone
Elle heard about camp one evening at home in her living room and hasn't looked back since. Read, in her own words, why she volunteers.
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Tips for Teaching Kids to Give Back
Research has found that children who regularly give back are less likely to bully others, have increased self-esteem, and better overall health.
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Building a Daily Gratitude Practice for Kids
Camp-inspired gratitude activities you can try at home that are suitable for all ages...
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Behavior Support Techniques: From Camp to Home
Here’s a roundup of our top behavior support tips to try at home.
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15 Simple Acts of Kindness
Here are 15 different ways to spread some joy to your loved ones, neighbors, and communities — whether they're next door or oceans (and screens) apart. 
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Paul Newman: A Man of Few Words, A Kind Ear & Honest Action
Clea Newman reflects on her father, Paul Newman, and the legacy he's left through camp, on what would've been his 95th birthday.
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