Camp Marrowbone
Teaching Youth Life Skills through Lakota Values
In partnership with the Sioux YMCA, Camp Marrowbone is a summer camp for children to spend time outdoors and embrace Lakota culture. Activities include arts and crafts, hiking, outdoor sports, and water activities as well as traditional Lakota education and traditions.
One Spirit will be sending 120 kids ages 8-15 from the Pine Ridge Reservation to Camp Marrowbone this summer free of charge to the youth, giving them new experiences and contacts that will help them grow, all within a culturally appropriate environment.
Transforming the Lives of Lakota Youth
Camp Marrowbone offers a safe environment where kids can learn, explore, and grow. They teach life skills through the character traits of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and traditional Lakota values. Every year, youth make new friends, get the opportunity to try new activities, and make fun, summer memories that'll last them a lifetime.
One Spirit is proud to partner with Camp Marrowbone to send 120 youth ages 8-15 to the camp this summer for one-week or two-week stays. Thanks to generous scholarships, these young people will have the opportunity to attend this transformative camp without a minimal financial burden.
How to Support Camp Marrowbone
While the youth won't have to pay to attend the camp, they will need to bring their own equipment—a financial burden to some. So, we are asking for people to give camping supplies and equipment that the young people might enjoy. They'll need:
Clothes
PJs
Shorts
Sweats/leggings
T-shirts
Socks and underwear
Rain coats
Flip flops
Sneakers
Bathing suits
Sunglasses
Hygienic items
Towels
Hair brushes
Toothpaste
Shampoo and conditioner
Soap/body wash
Deodorant
Feminine hygiene products
Camping items
Sleeping bag
Pillow
Bed sheets
Swimming goggles
Flashlight
Books/card games
Water bottle
Insect repellent
Sun screen
Miscellaneous
Stationery
Laundry bag
Reusable bags
Caps
Hair ties
To donate these items, place them in a box labeled for Camp Marrowbone and mail them to the Okini Market at:
2246 Indian Route 27
Porcupine, SD 57772
We'll make sure they go to youth who need them!
We Are Dedicated to Improving the Lives of the Lakota People
We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to witness lives being transformed through experiences like Camp Marrowbone. None of this would be possible without the unwavering support and donations from individuals like you. Together, let's create a brighter future for the Lakota community and make a profound impact on these young lives.
Join us in our mission to bring joy, growth, and lasting memories to the children of the Pine Ridge Reservation. Donate today at www.onespiritlakota.org/donate and be a part of this incredible journey. Your contribution will make a world of difference.
Thank you for your support!
How We Make A Difference
We invite you to learn more about how we make an impact while also maintaining the rich culture of the Oglala Lakota people of Pine Ridge Reservation
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