CampLauncher

The Challenge Children and teens with neurodiverse profiles such as Asperger’s, Autism Spectrum (ASD), and nonverbal learning disability (NVLD) face significant obstacles in social relationships and interactions. Moreover, many of their families lack the financial means to access programs that can help them gain the social and emotional fluency that are crucial to navigating life. The social skills support they do receive is typically presented in a therapeutic setting that does not translate to real life situations. As a result, the creativity, passion, and intelligence of individuals capable of making tremendous contributions to our society are not realized. The Solution Summer camps are life-enriching experiences for all participants. They are immersive and inclusive communities that intentionally foster independence, self-advocacy, creativity, collaboration, and problem solving. For neurodiverse children, camp is uniquely positioned to be a transformative force in their lives. By awarding camperships, CampLauncher provides neurodiverse children with financial access to highly specialized programs that offer real life, in-the-moment social skills coaching and feedback. Campers develop the 21st Century life skills that unlock their potential and open doors within their communities, schools, and workplaces.