Tammy and Shelly Sepulveda know how challenging it can be to have multiple children living with medical issues. Watch how their first visit to Hole in the Wall in 2017 provided them with a caring community and joy-filled experiences.
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.
After a bone marrow transplant, longtime Camper Steven felt isolated and alone. Watch how visits from Camp's Hospital Outreach Program brought joy and connection right to his hospital bedside in the latest "Healing Feeling" story.
At Hole in the Wall, campers are invited to step outside their comfort zone and challenge themselves in a safe, supportive environment. Watch how they discover they are capable of so much more than they imagined in the latest "Healing Feeling" story.
As a childhood cancer survivor turned nurse, Jack brings a unique perspective to his time spent volunteering at Camp. Watch how he perfectly pairs compassion and medical expertise in the latest Healing Feeling story.
As parents of a seriously ill child, Angie and Tony Sarkis discovered a community of support at Hole in the Wall among other parents facing isolation and other challenges. Watch how parent programs at Camp helped them better understand themselves and their children in the latest "Healing Feeling" story.
Michael is one of only 300 people worldwide with Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome and family time is often spent shuttling to doctor appointments and therapy. At Hole in the Wall's Rare Disease Family Camp, his entire family was able to relax and have fun while surrounded by other families who understand the challenges they face. Watch how memories made at Camp provide them with joy and hope in the latest "Healing Feeling" story.
For Kyleigh and her family, CampOut provides year-round connections to Camp and a boost during difficult times. Watch how CampOut events and home visits bring the 'hole' family closer together in the latest "Healing Feeling" video.
At Hole in the Wall, siblings Dmitri and Lila found a shared experience in song. Watch how creating music together brought them closer and helped them overcome their challenges in the latest "Healing Feeling" story.
As a Hole in the Wall camper turned counselor, the Ragnar Relay Cape Cod was a way for Emily to give back to a place that gave her so much.Watch Emily and her team experience Ragnar and have a 'hole' lot of fun every step of the way.
At Hero's Journey®, Justin stepped out of his comfort zone to find his truest self.
After Mackenzie's friend Zoe was diagnosed with brain cancer, she wanted to help. Watch the moving story of how friendship inspired Mackenzie's incredible fundraising efforts for Camp in the latest installment of the "Healing Feeling" series.
At Camp, Dexter discovered a love and talent for performing that led to a successful acting career that includes a lead role in current #1 movie Maze Runner: Scorch Trials. Watch how Stage Night at Hole in the Wall uncovered his star power.
During the past two years, campers Hannah and Janis have formed a special bond at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp that has allowed them to face the challenges of mitochondrial disease together and experience “a different kind of healing.” The unforgettable story of their friendship brings the unique spirit of The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp to life in the first online “Healing Feeling” profile.
Despite losing a leg to cancer, camper Aleks managed to climb a rock wall and into Bridget Moynahan’s heart by showing the irrepressible power of the human spirit. This inspirational story of Aleks challenging perceived limitations is the second “Healing Feeling” story.
Zak is a little camper with a big personality and his friendship with a counselor who shares his diagnosis of hemophilia helped him discover the magic of Hole in the Wall. This empowering story of Zak learning medical independence from a former camper turned counselor is the third installment in the "Healing Feeling" series.
For Marissa and Mark, Hole in the Wall is a special hideout where campers feel safe to express themselves freely and honsetly among peers who truly understand them. Watch how this community defined by acceptance provides "a different kind of healing" that is life changing and enduring in the fourth installment of the "Healing Feeling" series.
At Hole in the Wall, Adam and Stacy were inspired by shared experiences with their fellow campers. As Camp alumni, they went on to do amazing things. See how their journey now inspires others in the fifth installment of the "Healing Feeling" series.
For Liam and his mom, Camp is so much more than a summertime escape from serious illness. Watch how Family Weekends provide campers like Liam and their families “a different kind of healing” year-round in the sixth installment of the “Healing Feeling” series.
Rondell and Kai first met as campers at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. Now, their sons are campers. See how their ‘hole’ family is experiencing the magic of Camp in the seventh installment of the “Healing Feeling” series.
Tamara attended The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp during its very first summer in 1988. In May 2013, she returned to Camp for the first time in more than 20 years and rediscovered special memories that moved her to give back in a very inspirational way. Watch Tamara's story and witness the enduring power of The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in the eighth installment of Camp's "Healing Feeling" series.
After meeting at Camp seven years ago, Dannie and Tesi'ah became fast and forever friends who found a community where they can just be themselves. Watch how, as leaders-in-training, they share their experiences and "a different kind of healing" with the next generation of campers in the latest "Healing Feeling" installment.
At Camp, former camper Ross was able to break out of the shell that his illness had created and discover his truest self. Watch how his Hole in the Wall experience became an enduring source of creativity and inspiration in the latest Healing Feeling installment.
At Camp, Anna has built confidence while her parents have received a reprieve from constant overnight care. Watch how the overnight care she receives at the Moose Lodge, the newest addition to Camp’s infirmary, allows Anna to experience childhood activities she never thought possible.
