Every kid has the right to be a kid.
That's why Special Love gives children and young adults with cancer and their families a chance to enjoy normal childhood activities that healthy kids often take for granted. From week-long camps, like Camp Fantastic and BRASS Camp (for siblings), to weekend retreats for families, teens, and young adults, Special Love's programs represent a community of support that shows kids with cancer and their families that they are not alone.

You can join our community of support -- here's how: check out our Summer '09 LoveLetter, view our Calendar of Events, Volunteer, Donate, or sign up for our email list. You can also s croll down for more info.

Our programs are held throughout the year at fully-modernized facilities in the Greater Washington, DC area. Click on "Programs" below to find out more.

See you at camp!

Memories of Reunion Family Weekend in June

Check out Barry's great Reunion Weekend slide show (it will run
itself after about 20 seconds with a decent internet connection).
You can also see more photos at our online photo gallery!

Up Next: July 10th-12th:

Fun for Teens & Friends!



Click above for all our '09
(and '08) event photos!


Listen & Sing Along!


A cancer-bustin' good time!
(Right-click the picture above and choose "Save As" to put the game on your computer's desktop. Ask a parent for help if needed.)

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A "Drive" to Raise Awareness for Childhood Cancer!

Join the folks at Childhood Cancer Awareness in ordering a customized license plate like the one shown at left. Once they've reached the minimum order amount, you'll receive your plate. (Your $25 donation for the customized plate is fully refundable if not enough orders are received.) Visit www.helpcancerkids.org for more information!

 

 

Resources to Share:

Grants Available for Medical Expenses
The United Healthcare Children’s Foundation (UHCCF) is now offering grants of up to $5000 to meet the needs of children nationwide for medical services not fully covered by health insurance.
For more info and to see the most recent announcement, click here.

For more great links and resources, visit our links page!

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Special Love Teams with CarePages!

CarePages are free, private, personalized Web pages available to Special Love patients and families that help you stay in touch before, during and after a hospital stay, or any time care giving is needed. The service allows you control over communication and provides an easy way for friends and loved ones to respond with messages of support. Click here to Create a CarePage!
(If possible, e-mail us to let us know you created a CarePage.)

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Don't wait for the movie - Buy the Book!

"25 Years of Memories from the Heart" celebrates Special Love's first quarter century of service to children with cancer with fantastic photos and the poignant comments of current and former campers, siblings, parents, and volunteers. It's a keepsake that you'll treasure for the next quarter century!

Cost is $25, including shipping. Call 888-930-2707 or email us to order your copy today!

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Shop 'Til It Helps!

Click on the links at left to find out how your on-line shopping can help send our "fantastic" kids to camp this summer! A portion of your on-line purchases at either location will be donated to Special Love - at no extra cost to you!

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(Free registration required)

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Special Love, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and donations are tax-deductible. Financial statements are
available upon request and are on file with the Secretary of State, MD and the Division of Consumer Affairs, VA. For our LoveLetter in MS Publisher format, click here.