— For Children Related to Donor Heroes —

At this camp, children will be inspired to honor their loved one as a donor hero, which creates a process of support, relationship building, hope and healing.

July 20 – July 22, 2025 | Camp Gallahue, Brown County

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Why Donor Hero Camp?

rocketThe outdoor retreat experience allows children of all ages to engage in adventure, emotional development and individual growth opportunities.

safe placeDonor family children need a safe place to explore events that have happened in their lives and connect with other children who have been through similar experiences in losing a loved one.

remember loved oneDonor Hero Camp provides children with a unique opportunity to honor and remember their donor hero while learning about the impact of donation.

The Goals of Donor Hero Camp

  • Provide children who are relatives of donor heroes the opportunity to express their broad range of emotions. They will grow emotionally and build skills and confidence.
  • Educate children and gives them the tools to cope better at home and in school environments.

What Happens at Donor Hero Camp?

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Children are cared for by trained camp counselors, Indiana Donor Network aftercare support coordinators, family advocate coordinators and other trained team members.
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Children are provided with a schedule of programming options to meet their interests and provide structure during relationship building.
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During the day, donation and transplantation education and therapeutic support are woven into their outdoor retreat experience.

Donor Hero Camp Details & Programming

  • Children ages 7-17 can attend this camp.
  • Any child who is related to an organ and/or tissue donor is welcome.
  • Through Indiana Donor Network and the generous contributors to the Indiana Donor Network Foundation Angel Fund, there is no cost for children to attend the camp.
  • Camp leadership and staff are experts in outdoor education and child development. They are trained to meet all individual camper needs.
  • Supportive camp activities include art therapy, pet therapy, team-building activities, group support, grief journaling and skill building.