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This is SeriousFun

Our mission is to create opportunities for children and their families to reach beyond serious illness and discover joy, confidence and a new world of possibilities, always free of charge.

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Truly a global network, we reach beyond borders and beyond the limitations of illness.

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How the Fun Began

Almost three decades ago, Paul Newman started a free camp where kids could escape the fear and isolation of their medical conditions and, in his words, "raise a little hell." This remarkable concept sparked a quiet movement, and that one camp launched a global network. Today, there are 30 camps and programs serving the needs of children and families around the world.

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	1988	Paul Newman opens The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp for children with serious illnesses in Ashford, CT. A generous vision of creating a fun, safe environment for children of all circumstances and backgrounds finally became a reality.
	1994	Following in the footsteps of The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp and Double H Ranch in NY, and with the generous donation of a 500-acre estate from the Irish Government, Barretstown in Ireland becomes the first camp outside of the US.
	2008	After an earlier trip to Africa, Paul's global vision is realized when SeriousFun launches the Global Partnership Program (GPP), providing culturally applicable programs that excite and empower children around the world.
	2012	SeriousFun Children’s Network unveils its new brand name and logo, uniting Paul Newman’s global family of camps and programs which have served more than 732,000 children living with serious illnesses and their families since 1988, always free of charge.

A history
of fun

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making a

life-changing impact

Our camps are more than just fun — they're life changing. The moments created at camp have improved self-esteem, social skills and more. It's true. SeriousFun makes a difference!

Our Impact

Good Old-Fashioned, Confidence-Building Fun.