NORTH STAR REACH
North Star Reach offers children with serious health challenges a piece of childhood they might not otherwise experience—campfires and s’mores with new friends, paddling a canoe across the lake, catching fireflies at dusk, or shooting a bow and arrow for the first time. Our mission is to provide life-changing, barrier-free camp experiences—always free of charge—for children with serious health challenges and their families.Â
Every gift, no matter the size, helps create moments of joy, belonging, and lifelong connection for children and families at North Star Reach.
As we celebrate our 10th anniversary and the Year of Mooseness, your generosity fuels the next decade of camp magic.
Volunteers help North Star Reach stretch every dollar to make the greatest impact on our campers and, in return for the gift of time, find a place filled with community and belonging themselves.
North Star Reach is expanding its recently relaunched OutReach Program with the introduction of “Camp Beyond the Cabin,” a new initiative that brings the magic, connection, and traditions of camp directly to children receiving inpatient care at three of Michigan’s leading children’s hospitals.
North Star Reach is proud to announce that Chief Executive Officer J.J. Lewis has been named one of Corp! Magazine’s 2026 Most Valuable Professionals (MVPs), joining an accomplished class of leaders recognized for their contributions to Michigan’s organizations, communities, and economy.
Surrounded by campers, families, volunteers, donors, healthcare partners, community leaders, and friends, North Star Reach officially celebrated its 10th Anniversary on Wednesday, July 1 with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony recognizing a decade of life-changing camp experiences for children with serious health challenges and their families.
Apply to join us Friday, October 9 through Sunday, October 11 for our Family Camp Weekend, presented by the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan!
Apply to join us Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13 for a Family Camp Weekend!
Join us Saturday, August 22 for our second annual MOOSE-ic Festival, presented by Kalitta Air!
Explore a variety of camp events, engaging programs, important dates, and everything you need to know about North Star Reach, all in one convenient and easy-to-access place!
We are thankful for the support of our community!
Since North Star Reach opened in 2016, generous donors have made it possible for more than 3,500 children with serious health challenges and their families to experience the magic of camp. Thanks to the support of our incredible community, we continue to create spaces where kids can make lifelong memories, build friendships, and discover their inner strength—all at no cost to their families.
We extend our deepest gratitude to the visionaries who helped make North Star Reach a reality. Their generosity and dedication have laid the foundation for countless moments of joy and connection.
