Frequently Asked Questions

What disease groups does Camp Korey serve?

Camp Korey serves children ages 7 through 16 living with serious and life-threatening conditions.  Children with juvenile arthritis, cancer, epilepsy, Crohn's and colitis, cardiovascular disease, hemophilia, sickle cell anemia, spina bifida, cystic fibrosis, and numerous other conditions have an opportunity to experience the joys of camp.  Camp sessions for 2009 were for children with Cranial & Facial Differences, Mitochondrial Disease, Liver & Intestine Transplant, and teens who had been to the Stanley Stamm Camp.

Was any research done to determine the need for Camp Korey?

Yes.  One of the first steps in the creation of Camp Korey was to commission a study to determine the need for a new camp in the Pacific Northwest region. This study found that there were over 30,000 chronically ill children within a five-hour radius of the proposed Camp Korey site. The study also found that there were few opportunities for children with medical needs to attend a camp.

Where will the children come from?

Camp Korey serves children from the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Will Camp Korey only be open during the summer?

No.  Although our hallmark program takes place during the summer, the camp operates year-round. We provide week-long, condition-specific camp sessions during the summer. The remainder of the year includes family retreat weekends, specialized programs for smaller disease groups, sibling weekends, and camper reunions. We work to maximize the use of the camp and reach the largest number of children and families possible.

How much do the children and families pay to attend?

Camp Korey is free of charge to children and their families. We rely upon the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations to meet our operating and capital needs.

Can I volunteer the same week that my child/relative is attending camp?

We are very grateful for your support and desire to share in the camp experience with your child.  Unfortunately we do not allow family members to volunteer while a relative is attending camp.

What is Camp Korey’s privacy policy?

Camp Korey values and respects the privacy of our web site visitors and donors. Your information will be used only to acknowledge and process contributions and keep you informed of events, opportunities, and camp activities.

What types of gifts do you accept?

The most common type of gift is cash. A gift of cash provides us with the immediate ability to pay expenses and is the simplest contribution to document for tax purposes. However, it is far from the only type of gift that can benefit our organization. Other forms of gifts include: appreciated property (including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and certain real estate), tangible personal property (such as furniture, art works, and collectibles), bequests, and other forms of planned giving.  Additionally, gifts of in-kind supplies for our programs and general operation of the camp, and professional services are extremely valuable.

How will my gift be recognized?

We sincerely appreciate our donors. While we recognize that the primary reason for giving to Camp Korey is based upon a desire to help children, we want to publicly thank you for your philanthropy. Along with a thank-you letter from the camp staff, you will also be named in our annual report. If you are interested in funding a naming opportunity or program area, please contact us at seekingdonations@campkorey.org.

Is my gift tax deductible?

Camp Korey is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. If you have questions about tax deductions, please e-mail jdelano@campkorey.org.

Other Questions?

If your question isn't answered in our FAQ section, please call us at 425.844.3100 or e-mail us at seekinginfo@campkorey.org.

“I wish the rest of the world could be like camp.”

        – Wish Flag from a Camp Korey Camper