by KC Covert | Jun 23, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Healing Idaho
Treatment Means More than the Medical Initial treatment for a childhood cancer diagnosis is often intense and can be followed by a more moderate approach depending on the patient’s response. In some cases, treatment may continue for several years. However,...
by Bethany Wynn | Jun 19, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Camps, Programs and Families, Volunteers
— By Addison Weaver CRG Volunteer and Past Camper- I am always excited when I have the opportunity to volunteer with Camp Rainbow Gold, especially when I get to work with campers! Each CRG volunteer opportunity, whether I am working as a counselor or supporting in...
by KC Covert | Jun 9, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Healing Idaho
The Biology of Childhood Cancer: Understanding and Supporting Young Patients Cancer is a complex group of diseases that affects people of all ages. In children, cancer manifests differently than in adults, with distinct types and treatment approaches. The primary...
by Bethany Wynn | Jun 8, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Camps, Programs and Families
— By Savannah Sutherlin CRG Program Manager- I was asked to write this blog a year ago when I first started at Camp Rainbow Gold, but I truly had no idea where to start. I kept hearing about how “magical” Camp is and that I just had to experience it for myself. I...
by Bethany Wynn | Jun 2, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Camps, Volunteers
— By Ryan McFarland CRG Board Member- I became involved with Camp Rainbow Gold through Camp Rainbow Gold’s Capital Campaign Director, Lonni Leavitt-Barker. She recruited me to be part of the Team! The Mission To me, the CRG mission means providing hope, help,...
by Bethany Wynn | May 24, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Camps, Programs and Families, Volunteers
— By Tawny Flanders Longtime Volunteer – My family My husband and I became involved with Camp Rainbow Gold when our daughter, Bri, was diagnosed with brain cancer at the age of six. We were navigating through a surreal world of uncertainty and fear when a close friend...
by Bethany Wynn | May 24, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Camps, Programs and Families, Volunteers
— By Bill Flanders Longtime Volunteer – Camp Rainbow Gold came into my life unexpectedly in 2005 soon after “our” family was diagnosed with childhood cancer. Prior to that time my wife Tawny, daughter Brianna and I lived in the mountains above Boise. We enjoyed the...
by Bethany Wynn | Apr 24, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Events
— By Christl Holzl CRG Staff Member – It’s a big deal when you turn 40! Not only is it a chance to celebrate a milestone, but it’s an opportunity to reflect on the past and look forward to the future. And that’s exactly what Camp Rainbow Gold is doing this...
by Bethany Wynn | Apr 14, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold
— By Bill Dittrich CRG Board Member- I became involved with Camp Rainbow Gold when my son was diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of 9. The Mission To me, the CRG mission means the opportunity to support kids and families during an incredibly difficult time, and...
by Bethany Wynn | Mar 21, 2023 | Camp Rainbow Gold, Camps, Volunteers
— By Jason Johnston CRG Volunteer- Hello all! I wanted to share with you my experience with Camp Rainbow Gold. I started volunteering in 2009 shortly after completing my cancer treatment while I was serving in the U.S. Coast Guard. I had heard about Camp Rainbow Gold...
