Suncoast Kids Place

01/22/2026

Every year, we are incredibly blessed by the volunteers who make our weekend overnight grief camp possible.

Volunteer requirements are simple: show up, be present, listen as campers share their stories, and have fun alongside them. No special skills required - just a caring heart and willingness to connect.

Each year, 70 campers ages 6–17 come together for a powerful weekend that combines grief support with fun camp activities. These children and teens are grieving the death of someone significant in their lives, and camp gives them a safe place to explore their grief, build healthy coping skills, and form lasting friendships within a supportive community.

Your presence can make a lasting difference in a child’s healing journey. 💙

Use the link in our bio to visit our website to request a volunteer application: https://www.suncoastkidsplace.org/camperin/

01/20/2026

01/07/2026

01/07/2026

We come to camp for grief support and to have fun!!

Just take a look for yourself. 📸

Came Erin Tampa Bay will be happening March 13-15th, 2026.

CAMP ERIN TAMPA BAY 2026 CAMPER & VOLUNTEER APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

What is Camp Erin:

What We Offer!
Camp Erin Tampa Bay is a free bereavement camp for youth grieving the death of a significant person in their lives. Children and teens ages 6 to 17 attend a weekend camp experience that combines grief education and emotional support with fun, traditional camp activities. Led by bereavement professionals and caring volunteers, campers are provided a safe environment to explore their grief, learn essential coping skills, and make friends with peers who are also grieving.

Here’s the link to request an application (link below):

https://www.suncoastkidsplace.org/camperin

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01/05/2026

New Year, New mural! So thankful for our talented friends who bless our center with such sweet creations for our families to be surrounded by! 🐘💙☁️

Can you spot the elephant? 😄

12/18/2025

Strong partnerships create stronger support systems. 💙

This week we were honored to be invited to present on “How to Support Grieving Students” to more than 100 Hillsborough County Public School social workers.

Together, we are helping ensure that no student has to grieve alone.

12/02/2025

11/24/2025

The holiday season brings families and friends together, which means you may spend more time around children who are grieving.

This Children’s Grief Awareness Month, we’re sharing tips to help you support them in meaningful ways during the holidays.

For a free resource on supporting children during the holiday season, visit nacg.org/holiday.

11/20/2025

Children of all abilities grieve, and every child deserves support guided by who they are and what they need.

This Children’s Grief Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the need for grief support that adapts to children of all abilities.

For a free resource on supporting children of all abilities, visit nacg.org/all-abilities.

11/19/2025

Those caring for children who are grieving are often grieving themselves. Caring for yourself is essential, so you can support them.

This Children’s Grief Awareness Month, we’re sharing self-care tips for caregivers because when you’re supported, you’re better able to support the child in your care.

11/18/2025

Children don’t grieve the same way adults do. Their understanding of death changes as they grow, and their grief often comes in waves.

This Children’s Grief Awareness Month, let’s remember every child who is grieving needs support that meets them where they are.

For free resources on supporting children who are grieving, visit nacg.org/resources.