Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Camp Corral
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 801 N. West Street
City: Raleigh
State: NC
Postal Code: 27603
Main Phone: 919-659-3350
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.campcorral.org
Employer ID Number: 45-3555807
Organization Tax Status: 501(c)(3)

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: February 26, 2025
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Camp Corral Summer Camp
Project Description:

“Where a kid can be a kid” One of the simplest mantras, it is oftentimes one of the most difficult to achieve. This is the ultimate goal of Camp Corral. With a mission to give children of wounded, ill and fallen military heroes an incredible opportunity to just be a kid, Camp Corral has succeeded in transforming the lives of over 33,000 military children since 2011.

Military life can be difficult and challenging, especially for these young warriors who face their own internal struggles – feelings of disconnectedness, isolation and heartbreak. While there are certainly positive attributes to military life, these feelings are frequently coupled with transfers, parent(s) disabilities, loneliness and sometimes death. Camp Corral is designed specifically to empower America’s military children and positively impact their mental wellness.

With over 45% of veteran families reporting a lack of access to services in their communities which address these struggles, Camp Corral seeks to bridge that gap. Through highly trained staff, we enable children to take pride in their accomplishments. With traditional and evidence-based recreational and educational activities, Camp Corral is designed to provide respite for military-connected children. Six years of validated research details Camp Corral’s continued impact in a camper’s self-confidence, resiliency/coping skills, respite and connectivity to others. More than 85% of Camp Corral campers make new friends with more than 65% saying they fell truly understood by those around them.

Through week-long, residential camps to experience new adventures, Camp Corral brings these young heroes together. With 21 accredited host camps in 18 states, Camp Corral and our highly-trained staff give children the opportunity to build meaningful, lasting friendships, develop coping skills, make connections, and grow their self-confidence and resiliency. The summer of 2024 brought joy and togetherness to 2,700 campers.

Total Project Budget:

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Golden Corral

Project Duration: June 8 – August 9, 2025
Geographical Area Served: Children throughout the U.S.; camps in 18 states
Age Group To Be Served: 8-15 years old

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Ms.
Contact First Name: Sheri
Contact Last Name: Oberhelman
Contact Title: Vice President of Development and Outreach
Contact Phone: 314-957-8889
Contact Email: sheri.oberhelman@campcorral.org