Camp Mariposa

Children and teens attend transformational weekend camps every other month for a year or more.  Youth ages 9-12  participate in fun, traditional camp activities combined with education and support sessions led by mental health professionals. Teens are given an opportunity to continue their involvement and build leadership skills as Junior Counselors. Camp Mariposa builds knowledge, life skills, confidence and provides an opportunity for youth to connect with peers and caring adult mentors. Additional social and educational activities are offered for youth, alumni and their families throughout the year. All Camp Mariposa activities are provided free of charge.

Youth who attend Camp Mariposa learn coping skills that build resiliency and ultimately break the cycle of addiction. Eluna partners with youth-focused organizations to offer this award-winning program in communities across the country. 

Camp Mariposa is succeeding in breaking the cycle of addiction:

• 93% of youth have not used any substance to get high.

• 95% of youth have not been involved in the juvenile justice system.

Camp Mariposa allows youth to:

• • Connect with friends in similar situations
  • Reduce feelings of guilt and isolation
  • Learn that addiction is a disease and not their fault
  • Develop trusting relationships with adult mentors
  • Build confidence and learn critical life skills
  • Have fun!