WHO IS THE GANG? PROGRAMS ABOUT CALENDARCONTACT GET INVOLVED PROGRAM IMPACT RESEARCH OUR RESEARCH SHOWS 97% of parents/caregivers said Camp increased their child’s sense of possibility Hospital staff report the most common immediate reactions to our HOP program in child patients to be smiles, playfulness and engagement Research and evaluation at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp supports continuous innovation, promotes program quality and ultimately promotes the safety, well-being and positive development of campers and families. It centers on Camp's Four Core Values: Safety, Camaraderie, Possibility and Appreciation. The research and evaluation efforts also address two primary areas: satisfaction with and outcomes related to the Camp experience, with satisfaction defined as the extent to which campers, families, volunteers, event participants and staff are satisfied with programmatic elements such as activities, registration, facilities, etc.; and outcomes defined as the personal, social and other developmental changes that might occur in campers, families, volunteers and event participants as a result of Camp and relate to the “different kind of healing” that can occur through Camp. The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp research and evaluation efforts inform decisions in the areas of: training, funding (reports and proposals), materials, marketing and communications, staffing, program offerings, program structure, youth served and families served. Latest Research & Evaluation Reports 2019 Summer Camp Program Outcomes Evaluation Report 2019 Hero's Journey® Program Outcomes Evaluation Report 2018 Summer Camp Program Outcomes Evaluation Report 2018 Hero's Journey® Program Outcomes Evaluation Report 2018 Children & Youth Services Review Article: Outcomes of a Hospital Based Recreation Program 2018 Journal of Park and Recreation Administration Article: Does Staff Training on Camper Friendship Skills Make a Difference to Campers with Serious Illness 2017 Summer Camp Program Outcomes Evaluation Report 2017 Hero's Journey Program Outcomes Evaluation Report 2017 ACA Abstract: Does Extra Staff Training on Camper Friendship Skills Make a Difference to Camper Outcomes Why Does Research & Evaluation Matter? The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, as we all know, is an incredible place where incredible things happen throughout the year to enrich the lives of children with serious illnesses and to offer restorative and compassionate programming to their families. Both of my boys have been affected by significant medical issues and both of them have been blessed to be a part of the Hole in the Wall family. Every program, even those that we know are amazing, can benefit from research and evaluation to continue striving to discover even better methods to serve its target population. As a parent of two children that have benefited from the magic at Camp, I am glad to be able to assist Camp to capture insights and feedback as part of a respectful and thoughtful process. It is one small way that I can give back to Camp, a place that has given so much to my family. – Camper parent Mary Who We Are Impact Program Impact Research Our Financials Governance & Evaluation Our People News & Video PROGRAMS Summer Camp Hero’s Journey® Leaders in Training Hospital Outreach (HOP) CampOut Weekend Programs Parent Programs CAMP FACILITY 565 Ashford Center Road Ashford, CT 06278 Tel: (860) 429.3444 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 555 Long Wharf Drive New Haven, CT 06511 Tel: (203) 772.0522 SeriousFun Children’s Network is a non-profit umbrella organization with a community of 30 camps and programs serving seriously ill children and their families. Each member camp, including ours, is an independent, not-for-profit organization dependent upon private funding to serve all children at no cost to their families. GENERAL Driving Directions Contact Form Employment Opportunities LET’S SOCIALIZE SEARCH FOUNDERS DAY CELEBRATION www.newmanandthegang.org Web Solutions © 2021 The Hole in the Wall Gang Fund, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Terms of Use Privacy Policy Sitemap Staff Login Mobile Site The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. It is our policy to never share or sell the names, addresses, emails or phone numbers of our donors.