In just two weeks, we will be starting our Summer Kids Camp!

From music, art, cooking, sports, and outings around the city, children from Nellie’s shelter and community will have the opportunity to engage in social, recreational, and educational experiences they otherwise would not have.

This summer we’re excited to have students from  OCAD University volunteer once a week to do an art project with the children.  In addition to donating their time, the students will be bringing all the art supplies, and even staying to make lunch for the children. What a wonderful treat this will be!

One of our Summer Camp participants, Diana, has been attending for the past 2 years.  Normally quiet and shy, Diana was hesitant at first about coming to Nellie’s Camp, but she quickly made friends and soon began what she describes as her “best summer ever.”    To hear more about Diana’s story, you can click here.

Nellie’s Summer Kids  Camp exemplifies our committment to supporting the children who accompany their mothers to our shelter and outreach programs.  We recognize both the vulnerability of children and the great potential they possess and strive to support children through programs and services that effect change and remove barriers, with the ultimate goal of ending the cycle of poverty in their lives.

Look out for more updates about Nellie’s Summer Kids Camp throughout the summer.