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CAMP KIRK
Registered Name: FRIENDS OF THE LEARNING DISABLED, CAMP KIRK
Business No: 136552643RR0001
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and have been issued a charitable registration number.
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Camp Kirk helps children with Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder and High Functioning Autism build self-esteem.
For over 30 years Camp Kirk has provided a nurturing, non-competitive and supportive environment for neurodivergent kids and youth.
Your donation today will give kids access to recreational and mentorship programs that builds their confidence, connections, and community.
Our Mission
We empower neurodivergent kids and youth to reach their potential through recreational and mentorship programs.
The Kids and Youth we Serve
Our campers and leaders-in-training are neurodiverse kids and youth, age 7-18. The majority of participants typically have one or more of the following diagnoses:
- Learning Disability
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Tourettes or a tic disorder
- An anxiety disorder
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Note: Participants do not need a formal diagnosis to be eligible for Camp Kirk.
What is neurodiversity?
Simply put, neurodiversity is the diversity of the human mind. There are natural variations in how humans learn, think, and experience the world. Neurodivergent individuals are people who have more distinct ways of learning and thinking than what has been deemed the ‘average’ standard. The concept of neurodiversity sees these differences as normal, rather than deficits.
All our campers and leaders-in-training are neurodivergent, which is a fact we value and celebrate
We create spaces where kids and youth who think and act ‘out-of-the-box’ can thrive. We meet with every camper before they come to camp to ensure we have the right program and supports in place for them to have a successful experience. Through small group environments, non-competitive programming, and a focus on strengths, our programs create a safe space for our campers to discover what they have to offer the world.
To learn more about our approach and what makes Camp Kirk unique, head to our website.
OVERNIGHT SUMMER CAMP The traditional overnight camp experience- all within a nurturing and non-competitive environment.
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS Our virtual programs provide a safe space for kids to connect and collaborate online.
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