Our mission
The mission of Camp Hertko Hollow is to:
- Provide an educational and recreational camping program for Iowa’s youth between the ages of 6-17 who have diabetes.
- Promote diabetes management skills.
- Help children gain independence and develop a positive attitude for controlling the disease.
Purpose Statement:
Camp Hertko Hollow is dedicated to improving the lives of children and youth who have diabetes. The goals at camp are: Recreation, Education, Regulation and FUN! Campers enjoy the traditional camp activities while learning about living with diabetes. Meeting other youth and counselors who have diabetes is also a great benefit of the experience.
Camp Hertko Hollow is a not-for-profit entity with 501(c)(3) status and is not directly affiliated with any national diabetes organizations. Camp Hertko Hollow is a member of the Diabetes Education and Camping Association (DECA) and is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).
