It was a morning of heartfelt happiness and hundreds of acts of kindness—269 to be exact, when,  on Monday, January 19, nearly 100 community members gathered together to spend their morning making Valentine’s Day cards—well ahead of February 14. From… Read More >

Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17, but at Camp Fire, kindness isn’t a single moment on the calendar. It’s an ingrained way of showing up for ourselves, each other, and our communities. Every single day. Across the country,… Read More >

Funding supports camp research for expansion in South County and growing character strengths of ‘curiosity, confidence, and compassion’ within Camp Fire’s programs. BEND, Ore. Feb. 5, 2026 – Camp Fire Central Oregon is excited to announce that it has been… Read More >

Q: Tell us about your personal and professional background. Also, what drew you to Camp Fire Central Oregon? A: With an academic background in math, science, and engineering, I bring a blend of analytical thinking and hands-on experience to my… Read More >

Happening Monday: Valentines for Veterans, a massive annual volunteer event to craft cards of encouragement and gratitude for service members. BEND, Ore. Jan. 15, 2026 – Valentine’s Day may be a month away, but it’s going to be in the… Read More >

Every November, one of Camp Fire Central Oregon’s No School Day Camps takes on a special energy. Kids are buzzing with excitement as a long-held tradition unfolds: joining the Bend Veterans Day Parade. This year, alongside approximately 30 energetic K–5… Read More >

Meet Program Manager Jesse Flury (he/him), who joined the Camp Fire Central Oregon team at the tail end of Summer 2025! With a passion for youth development, the outdoors, and decades of experience supporting young people—including leading a teen sports… Read More >

As we close out 2025, we’re taking a moment to breathe, look back, and celebrate what we built together this year. From expanding youth safety and well-being to repairing the harm our organization has caused by cultural appropriation, to forging… Read More >

For nearly 70 years, generations of Camp Fire youth learned sales skills, built confidence, and shared joy through the classic mint patties that became a symbol of the season. When that long chapter came to a close in 2024, our… Read More >