We provide transformative experiences for grieving children that leave a lasting impact.
Welcome to COVE Connection
At COVE Connection, we believe in the power of community and support for young people navigating the challenging journey of grief. Our organization is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment for kids who are coping with the loss of a loved one.
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WHY IT MATTERS
Around six million children in the U.S. will lose a parent, sibling, or primary caregiver by the time they reach 18. These grieving youth are more susceptible to mental health issues, academic struggles, and adverse long-term physical and financial consequences than their peers who haven’t experienced such loss. If not properly addressed, childhood grief can significantly hinder a child’s future.
Yet, with the right interventions and a strong support system, grief can be transformed into a source of incredible resilience.
1 in 5 children will experience the death of someone close before they turn 18.
Our Mission
To empower grieving persons to overcome challenges, embrace vulnerability, and build community through a holistic blend of activities, creative expression, and empathy.
CAMPERS
Surrounded by peers who share similar experiences, campers find a safe and supportive environment to express their emotions. Through creative activities, outdoor adventures, and heart-to-heart talks, they discover new ways to remember their loved ones and find hope again. With new friends and lots of smiles, campers leave feeling stronger, understood, and ready to embrace life’s next chapter.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe and uplifting space for campers. Through leading activities, offering a listening ear, and simply being there, you’ll help kids and teens navigate their grief while having fun. It’s a rewarding experience where you’ll build meaningful connections, make a real difference in young lives, and be part of a supportive community.
DONATIONS
Your generosity will create a lasting impact in the lives of young people who have lost a loved one. Your support provides a safe, nurturing environment where campers can find healing, connection, and joy. Through your contribution, you’re giving them the chance to engage in meaningful activities, build friendships, and discover hope in the face of loss. Thanks to you, these kids and teens can embark on a transformative journey that empowers them to embrace life again with renewed strength and resilience.
What Our Community Is Saying
“My experience at camp was amazin. I was able to not only acknowledge, but also move through the grief I was feeling from losing my older brother Wes. I made wonderful friends and we did fun activities each day. It also brought me closer to my older sister, Chelsea, who was grieving with me. Camp Koah made us stronger and I’ll always cherish the time I had there.”
“I feel so fortunate to have found this camp to help my children understand their grief as they learn to live without their daddy. I love that it is a safe place where they can gather together and share with others something so terribly heartbreakingly personal, and be able to find ‘koah.”
“I really enjoyed being a counselor because not only did it give me a chance to reflect on my own grief journey and what both my parents meant to me, but it allowed me to help others with their own relationship with grief. On top of that it was so much fun and I made so many new friends!”
What We Offer
COVE Connection hosts a transformative three-day overnight retreat where young individuals can immerse themselves in a supportive and understanding community. Through a variety of programs and activities, including art, outdoor adventures, and peer support groups, we aim to help these young individuals process their emotions, find solace in shared experiences, and discover healthy outlets for their grief.
Our retreats provide a unique opportunity for healing and personal growth in a compassionate and empathetic environment, fostering lasting friendships with peers who truly understand their experiences.
Join us in creating a compassionate community where every young person can find hope, healing, and lifelong connections.
UPCOMING EVENTS
oct 16 - COVE Connection @ Gordo's Fun farm
Location: 5746 S 3200 W St, Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Details: Mention COVE at the gate and tickets are only $4! Kids 2 and under are free.
NOV 23 - Thanksgiving Event
Details to Come
DEC 14 - Holiday Festival
Details to come
