CCNZ offers Camp Purple, a camp for children with IBD in NZ, providing a supportive environment that fosters lifelong friendships.
Auckland
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), are chronic autoimmune conditions that wreak havoc on the digestive system, causing debilitating pain and severely impacting quality of life. New Zealand has one of the highest incidence rates of IBD globally, and for children, navigating life with these conditions can be even more daunting. Missed school days, frequent hospitalisations, and social isolation become the norm.
That's where CCNZ steps in with Camp Purple Live, a New Zealand-based summer camp held annually to support children and teens aged 9 to 17 living with IBD from across the nation. For many, this camp is a first-time experience.
Camp Purple Live is not just a getaway; it's a lifeline. It fosters self-confidence, independence, self-esteem, resilience, and empowerment in attendees. For the first time, these kids get to meet peers who truly understand their daily struggles. They forge invaluable support networks and form friendships that last a lifetime, making them feel less alone in their journey.
Our next camp is scheduled for January 2025 at Camp Adair in Auckland. This camp is entirely free for attendees, made possible only through the generous support of our sponsors.
Your contribution, no matter the size, will help us ensure that Camp Purple Live 2025 becomes a reality for these incredible kids.
We urge you to watch our video from Camp in 2018: https://youtu.be/cprtJottLHk?si=biFlpDwVeiHBYnUP
Our mission is to make lives more liveable for everyone in NZ affected by IBD. We offer information channels, education and support networks. We seek to enhance their capability to live in a hope-filled environment which will contribute to their happiness.
Funds will contribute to campers and volunteers’ attendance at Camp Purple Live 2025, covering many costs including their travel, accommodation, activities and catering costs.
🎉 Camp Purple Live 2025 Update! 🎉 12 September 2024
A huge thank you to everyone who has supported our Give-a-little page so far! Thanks to your generosity, we’ve just cleared over $1,000! 🙌 That almost pays for one child to come to camp. We still have a way to go!
Every dollar gets us closer to making Camp Purple Live 2025 an unforgettable experience for our incredible campers. If you haven’t had a chance to donate, there’s still time to make a difference. Your support helps us provide a safe, fun, and supportive environment for kids and teens with IBD to connect, learn, and grow. 🌟
Let’s keep this momentum going! If you can, please consider donating or sharing our Give-a-little link with your friends and family. Together, we can reach our goal and give these amazing kids the camp experience they deserve.
🔗https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-us-make-camp-purple-live-2025-a-reality
Thank you for being part of our Camp Purple family! 💜
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Thank you so much for your wonderful donation, Vicky. You know the kids from Camp Purple Live 2025 will benefit so much from your donation. Camp Purple affects everyone involved, from the campers, parents and the volunteers, so you are making a difference in so many people's lives. Thank you so much for choosing to support us! Looking forward to seeing Tyler at camp!
Thank you so much for your wonderful donation, Jenna. We know the kids from Camp Purple Live 2025 will benefit so much from your donation. Camp Purple affects everyone involved, from the campers, parents and the volunteers, so you are making a difference in so many people's lives. Thank you so much for choosing to support us!
WOW! Thank you so much for your extremely kind donation, Michael. We know the kids from Camp Purple Live 2025 will benefit so much from your donation. Camp Purple affects everyone involved, from the campers, parents and the volunteers, so you are making a difference in so many people's lives. Thank you so much for choosing to support us!
Thank you so much for your kind donation, Jill. We know the kids from Camp Purple Live 2025 will benefit so much from your donation. Camp Purple affects everyone involved, from the campers, parents and the volunteers, so you are making a difference in so many people's lives. Thank you so much for choosing to support us!
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