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Camp Fire Kids Show Heartfelt Thanks in Veterans Day Parade

Camp Fire Kids Show Heartfelt Thanks in Veterans Day Parade On Monday, Nov. 11, Camp Fire Central Oregon’s No School Day (NSD) campers proudly took part in the annual Veterans Day Parade in Bend, a touching local and annual tribute… Read More >

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An Update on Camp Fire’s 5-Year Journey from Cultural Appropriation to Relationship-Building

Acknowledgment of past mistakes is one thing. Taking active, intentional steps to repair and make amends for past and current harm is a whole other story. Since 2019, Camp Fire has been on a journey to address and end cultural… Read More >

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Media Release: Camp Fire Central Oregon Launches Hiring Initiative to Staff South County After-School Programs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Camp Fire Central Oregon Launches Hiring Initiative to Staff South County After-School Programs Youth development nonprofit looks to fill flexible roles in La Pine and Three Rivers. Bend, Ore., Oct. 30, 2024 – Camp Fire Central Oregon has… Read More >

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Media Release: Camp Fire Central Oregon Steps in to Save South County After-School Programs

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Camp Fire Central Oregon Steps in to Save South County After-School Programs Community Support Critical to Close Financial Gaps and Provide Scholarships for Local Families Bend, Ore., Oct. 23, 2024 – In light of the recent closure… Read More >

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Media Release: Alliance for Camp Health and Camp Fire Launch Innovative Mental, Emotional and Social Health MESH (+) Services to Youth, Staff

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Alliance for Camp Health and Camp Fire Launch Innovative Mental, Emotional and Social Health MESH (+) Services to Youth, Staff First-of-Its-Kind Tools, Training Piloted at Camp Fire Central Oregon Show the Future Path to Improving Care, Youth… Read More >

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Camp Fire Afterschool: A Tribute to Five Great Years in the Making

When Eliana Hilt joined Camp Fire Afterschool at Bend International School for the 2023-2024 school year season, she wasn’t sure what to expect. What she was sure of? Once that school bell rang, she had an enrichment-packed place to go… Read More >

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Meeting Kids Where They Are

School’s back in session, which means a return to the hustle, bustle—and stress—of juggling everyone’s schedules. Elementary school is out at 2:55. Middle school’s final bell rings at 3:20. Parent/Caregiver A’s workday ends at 5:00. Parent/Caregiver B’s (if there is a… Read More >

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Media Release: Camp Fire Central Oregon’s Autumn Family Faire is Bringing the Fun to Bend—and It’s FREE!

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Camp Fire Central Oregon’s Autumn Family Faire is Bringing the Fun to Bend—and It’s FREE! Youth Development Organization Calls for Community Volunteers. Bend, Ore, October 10, 2024 – Get ready for a fall-tastic day of family fun… Read More >

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Camp Fire Afterschool Expansion: Three River’s a Charm!

Camp Fire Afterschool kids.

It seems like yesterday. Back in September of 2023, Camp Fire Central Oregon launched a second afterschool program at Bend International School…a big but far from impossible feat. And yet, one year later, we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve expanded… Read More >

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