Afterschool care is an essential service that American caregivers need in order to survive and thrive. This is where Camp Fire shines. It isn’t just a buffer for busy caregivers. It’s a transformative time where kids form relationships and explore their interests in a safe, controlled space.| Camp Fire
Camp Fire First Texas celebrated a milestone graduation honoring the fifth graduating class of it's Early Education Apprenticeship Program.| Camp Fire First Texas
August 12 is International Youth Day: a time to recognize the strength, creativity, and leadership of young people around the world. We believe young people are powerful. Not someday in the future. Not when they “grow up.” Right now.| Camp Fire
Our President & CEO, Brian Miller, recently popped into the #RaisingJoyPodcast by Cook Children's to talk all things camp—from the power of disconnecting from screens and connecting with nature, to the lifelong benefits camp can have on kids’ mental and emotional well-being.| Camp Fire First Texas
How can we bring young people into a sense of belonging that’s rooted not in pressure or performance—but in joy and celebration? We believe joy is more than a fleeting feeling. It’s a signal that you are safe. That you are seen. That you belong. And that’s where thriving starts. And in June, as we […] The post Joy as Power: How Camp Fire Creates Spaces Where All Youth Can Belong & Thrive appeared first on Camp Fire.| Camp Fire
How do various staff members at camp support youth and contribute to their well-being and sense of belonging? We talked to CITs, camp cooks, and facilites management staff to learn their roles in camper well-being and belinging.| Camp Fire
Summer camp is starting soon at El Tesoro! Activities are a huge part of summer camp, read about the benefits they have for our campers!| Camp Fire First Texas
Right now, American kids spend an average of just four to seven minutes a day in unstructured outdoor play — and more than seven hours a day in front of screens. By investing in outdoor access, equity, and connection, we’re not just improving individual well-being — we’re strengthening communities, culture, and systems.| Camp Fire
Camp Fire First Texas is celebrating Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week, April 21-25, to recognize, appreciate and advocate for those who work with young people during out-of-school hours. W The post Celebrating our Afterschool Professionals! appeared first on Camp Fire First Texas.| Camp Fire First Texas
Early Childhood Education apprenticeship programs are proven to support teacher retention and student success.| Camp Fire First Texas
Camp Fire First Texas and Yolanda Willis have been recognized as Workforce Champions of the Year at the 2025 Empowering Excellence Awards.| Camp Fire First Texas
At Camp Fire First Texas, we love hearing from our Camp Fire families on how our programs have positively impacted their lives.| Camp Fire First Texas
November is recognized as Children's Grief Awareness month, during this time we'd like to pause to reflect on the profound challenges grieving children face and the unique ways they navigate loss. At Camp El Tesoro de la Vida, we’re honored to provide a supportive space where kids can process their grief.| Camp Fire First Texas
Camp Fire affiliates all over the country promote year-round learning, including out-of-school time programs. This year we're collaborating with AT&T and their creation, The Achievery, to provide free digital learning accessible anywhere.| Camp Fire First Texas
