The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp is dedicated to providing “a different kind of healing” to seriously ill children and their families, free of charge. We are a community that celebrates the spirit of childhood, the sound of laughter and the feeling of endless possibility.
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp was founded in 1988 by Paul Newman to give every child – no matter their illness – the chance to “raise a little hell.” Through a variety of year-round programs offered onsite, in hospitals and clinics, and right in camper homes and communities, we serve more than 20,000 seriously ill children and family members each year.
There’s no way to measure smiles, but our research and evaluation team works to ensure the safety and happiness of our campers, the smartest use of our funding, and positive outcomes from our programs.
Camp is a place of endless possibility – and our staff works hard to keep it that way! Meet the people who come together to make a difference in the lives of thousands of children with serious illnesses.
Founder Paul Newman's spirit is found in every corner of Camp, and in campers who are able to be their true selves and have a little fun. Watch how Paul's daughter Lissy, son-in-law Raphe and grandson Peter carry on his legacy in the latest Healing Feeling story.
Coming from Brooklyn, Tati's family didn't know what to expect when they arrived at Camp for their first ever Family Weekend. Watch how they discovered a community of support and acceptance while having a "Hole" lot of fun in the latest Healing Feeling story.
Want to see the magic in action? You’ve come to the right place! Check out our recent news and video to see what we’ve been up to lately – and get a taste of the Camp experience.