We are accepting registrations for campers (ages 7-14) for our waitlist for our overnight summer camp week (August 18-23).
If there is an open bunk in your camper’s age group, we will take them right off the list and add them to the cabin.
Last year, we were able to take everyone off the waitlist, so please complete and submit the forms if you are interested in a spot for your child for summer camp week.
Tuition and Fees
The Camp Surefire Foundation subsidizes the cost of tuition for every camper. Our tuition price does not cover the expensea of sending a child to a weeklong overnight diabetes camp.
Camp Surefire has not increased our tuition in more than 12 years though our expenses and our total number of campers have continued to steadily rise. With that in mind, we have raised our tuition to help ensure we can continue to cover the expenses of all T1D campers.
Please do not let this change deter you from signing up your camper. We are 100% committed to ensuring Camp Surefire is accessible for ALL campers with T1D who wish to attend.
For assistance, contact Ali Fox at afox@campsurefire.org or 401-474-1606.
Teen Camp Weekend Tuition*
$125 (including a non-refundable registration fee of $25)
*Non-Refundable Registration Fee
A non-refundable registration fee ($25) is required to reserve a space for teen camp. This fee is part of the total camp fee and will be deducted from any processed refunds. Please contact Ali Fox at afox@campsurefire.org or 401-474-1606 if you need assistance or help with the registration fee.
Cancellations & Refunds (Teen Camp):
- Before May 1st: Eligible camp fees will be refunded (minus the non-refundable registration fee)
- After May 1st: No refunds will be issued, including departures for behavioral reasons or homesickness.
- Medical exceptions: Partial refunds may be considered on a case-by-case basis with supporting medical documentation.
Overnight Summer Camp Tuition*
$750 (including a non-refundable registration fee of $50)
*Non-Refundable Registration Fee
A non-refundable registration fee ($50) is required to reserve a space for summer camp for campers ages 7-17. This fee is part of the total camp fee and will be deducted from any processed refunds. Please contact Ali Fox at afox@campsurefire.org or 401-474-1606 if you need assistance or help with the registration fee.
Payment Options:
- Pay balance in full. Pay by Credit Card or eCheck for selected session(s).
- Sign up for a payment plan. Pay the Registration Fee(s) for the selected session(s) and enroll in a monthly credit/debit card-based payment plan.
- Pay just the Registration Fee. Pay only the Registration Fee(s) to reserve your camper’s spot(s). This option is best if you plan to apply for Campership support or if you wish to pay tuition by mailing a check to the camp office.
For assistance or to make alternative payment arrangements, contact Ali Fox at afox@campsurefire.org or 401-474-1606.
Cancellations & Refunds (Summer Camp):
- Before June 15th: Eligible camp fees will be refunded (minus the non-refundable registration fee)
- After June 15th: No refunds will be issued, including departures for behavioral reasons or homesickness.
- Medical exceptions: Partial refunds may be considered on a case-by-case basis with supporting medical documentation.
Financial Aid / Campership Info
Camperships are available for eligible families. To apply for a campership, please register your camper online for the session they wish to attend (e.g., spring teen camp weekend, summer camp week). You must pay the registration fee(s) in order to submit your camper registration form and be considered for a campership / financial aid.
Based on your responses to the campership questions and the submission of the requested paperwork, we will determine the amount of financial aid that will be granted to your family. We do our best to accommodate all requests. Our Financial Aid team will reach out to you with any questions and to let you know if your request has been approved.
Please note: To date, we have NEVER turned away a child with T1D due to finances.
Summer Camp Info
Camp Surefire’s summer camp program is designed for children 7 years old and up. Camp Surefire is an overnight camp program. We do not have a day camp option.
Campers are divided into groups/cabins based on their age in order to participate in age-appropriate activities. Typically, we have groups of ages 7-9 year olds, 10-12 year olds, and 13-14 year olds. Our older campers (15-17 year olds) apply to be part of our Leader-in-Training (LIT) program. Note: Exact age groups vary year-to-year depending on camper enrollment and cabin space.
Being a Leader-in-Training (LIT) is a very coveted role at Camp Surefire. LITs participate in special diabetes education seminars, team building activities, and leadership exercises during the week. They also assist with programming activities for the younger campers.
To apply to be an LIT, parents/guardians must complete and submit the online registration form. Applicants (all campers ages 15-17) will be emailed directly by our LIT directors to complete an additional application via email. This needs to be completed by the teen camper – not by the parent/guardian. Note: LIT spots are competitive and are not guaranteed.
In addition to our summer program, we offer a spring retreat for teens with Type 1 diabetes. Campers must be 13 years old by the start of summer camp (August 2025) to register for the teen weekend. If you have trouble registering your soon to be 13-year old, please reach out to Ali Fox for assistance (afox@campsurefire.org).
Summer Camp Counselors
More than half of our counselors have have T1D and have previously been to Camp Surefire as campers themselves. All (100%) of our counselors volunteer and dedicate a full week of their lives to make sure their campers have a safe and positive camp experience. Camp Surefire would not be possible without them!
Due to our high retention rate, counselor positions at Camp Surefire are competitive. All potential counselors must complete a detailed application process, including relevant background checks. Counselors who have come up through the ranks (as campers/LITs) are given preference but are not guaranteed a position. We also have a strong partnership with the University of Rhode Island, where undergraduate students serve as counselors and receive credit for their immersive learning experience.
All counselors complete online training modules prior to coming to camp. They also report to camp one day early (August 17th) to receive additional on-site training from our medical staff. This training provides the counselors with an excellent learning experience and helps ensure a positive and safe experience for all campers.
Open House
Camp Surefire is fortunate to be able to rent Camp JORI’s beautiful facilities for our teen weekend and summer camp week programs. Our annual Open House is scheduled around our teen camp weekend when our staff and oldest campers are on-site and available to provide camp tours. For 2025, our Open House will be held on Sunday, June 1 from 2-4 pm. No RSVP is required. All are welcome to join us!
Research Internship
Camp Surefire is partnering with the Weight Control and Diabetes Research Center (WCDRC) at The Miriam Hospital/ Brown University Health to sponsor a Summer Internship Program for students interested in gaining exposure to behavioral medicine research science.
Program Goals:
To introduce behavioral medicine research to eligible students. Students accepted into the program will receive a combination of hands-on research experiences, professional development education, and personalized mentorship.
Program Schedule:
The internship program will occur for 6-8 weeks during the Summer of 2025. Selected interns can choose between part-time and full-time options. All interns will complete a combination of the following activities:
- Shadowing/volunteering on actual research projects
- Educational workshops
- Introduction to research methods
- DEI training specific to behavioral medicine
- Professional development
- Work on an independent project
Eligibility:
This program was developed specifically for students who do not have prior experience in research. Students are eligible if they are currently enrolled in high school, community college, technical school, college/university, and/or are taking time off between high school and higher education.
Application:
Camp Surefire is offering 1-2 scholarships for students to complete this summer internship who may otherwise be unable to participate in unpaid volunteer experiences.
Students who are interested in this experience and can complete an unpaid internship over the summer should contact Dr. Warnick directly at Jennifer_warnick@brown.edu.
Applications were due in February. Applications are currently being reviewed and interviews are being scheduled.