The Ted and Jane Von Voigtlander Foundation will match every donation—up to $600,000! Double your impact and help more kids experience the magic of camp!
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.
Every donation, no matter the size, helps in reaching our goals.
AND thanks to a generous gift from The Ted and Jane Von Voigtlander Foundation, your donation will be matched dollar for dollar up to $600,000!
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 thrilled to announce that Chief Executive Officer J.J. Lewis has been named one of Crain’s Detroit Business 2025 Notable Leaders in Philanthropy. This annual recognition honors leaders across Southeast Michigan who are making a transformative impact through strategic innovation, service, and a deep commitment to advancing equity and strengthening communities.
North Star Reach is thrilled to invite the community to its first-ever MOOSE-IC Festival, taking place on Saturday, August 23, from 12–10 pm at its scenic camp in Pinckney, Michigan. The event promises a full day of live music, great food, campfires, and the signature magic of camp—all in support of children with serious health challenges.
North Star Reach is proud to announce that Board Fellow Carly Colen has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Outstanding Board Fellow Award, recognizing her exceptional contributions to North Star Reach and her significant positive impact throughout her time through the University of Michigan Nonprofit Board Fellowship Program.
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.
