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Safe Space by Design

By designing physically and socially protective environments tailored to medically vulnerable populations, organizations enable safe participation in developmental and psychosocial activities, because structured safety reduces health risks and builds trust necessary for engagement. This strategy centers on intentional environmental design—both physical (e.g., air filtration, access controls) and programmatic (e.g., inclusive policies, peer support)—to create spaces where children with chronic or immunocompromising conditions can safely play, learn, and grow. Unlike general accessibility efforts, this approach treats safety as an active, clinical-grade precondition for participation, enabling experiences like camp, socialization, and advocacy that are otherwise denied to these populations. It unifies infrastructure, policy, and programming under a single theory: that risk-mitigated environments are foundational to health, development, and equity.

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orgs running it
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activities of those orgs
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organizations running this strategy · 3

what it looks like in practice

activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Annual fundraising events CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Hosts recurring fundraising events including the annual Luau for Lungs and the third annual "Puffing for Pinballs" event, which feature activities such as unlimited pinball, pizza, and soda for ticket holders.
  • Annual fundraising events CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
    direct service
    Hosts recurring fundraising events including the annual "Luau for Lungs" and the third annual "Puffing for Pinballs" event, which feature kid-friendly activities such as unlimited pinball, pizza, and soda for ticket holders.
  • Camper Transportation CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Provides complimentary bussing for campers from Tempe/Mesa, AZ to and from the camp, removing transportation barriers for families.
  • Camper scholarships and transportation support CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Offers need-based scholarships (Camperships) to ensure access for campers with financial need, and provides complimentary bussing from Tempe/Mesa, AZ, to and from the camp location.
  • Camper transportation and access support CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Provides complimentary bussing for campers from Tempe/Mesa, AZ to and from the camp to ensure accessibility for participants.
  • Campership Program CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Provides scholarships (Camperships) to campers based on financial need and donor qualifications, making the camp accessible to a wider range of families.
  • Camperships and Transportation CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Offers scholarships (Camperships) to campers based on financial need and donor qualifications, and provides complimentary bussing for campers from Tempe/Mesa, AZ to and from the camp.
  • Fundraising Events CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
    direct service
    Organizes and hosts various fundraising events, including the "Puffing for Pinballs" fundraiser and the annual "Luau for Lungs" benefit event, which sometimes feature kid-friendly activities like unlimited pinball, pizza, and soda for ticket holders.
  • Fundraising Events CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Organizes fundraising events, such as the "Puffing for Pinballs" event, which features unlimited pinball, pizza, and soda, to support the camp's operations and programs.
  • Measurable health and confidence outcomes for campers CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Reports that 89% of campers can identify their asthma triggers, 86% are more knowledgeable about safe sports participation, and 58% feel they can do more despite having asthma, indicating positive educational and psychosocial impacts.
  • Medical Supervision and Education at Camp CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Provides comprehensive medical supervision at camp through licensed medical volunteers who monitor campers, administer medications, perform assessments, and deliver asthma education, ensuring a safe and educational environment for children with chronic lung conditions.
  • Medical Supervision and Education at Camp CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Provides comprehensive medical supervision at camp through licensed medical volunteers who monitor campers, administer medications, perform assessments, and deliver asthma education. This includes utilizing licensed medical professionals and students of medical programs to ensure a high volunteer-to-camper ratio.
  • Need-based camperships (scholarships) CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Offers financial assistance in the form of Camperships to campers based on financial need and donor qualifications, enabling access to the camp program for economically disadvantaged families.
  • On-site medical care and asthma education during camp CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
    direct service
    Provides comprehensive medical supervision and asthma education at camp through licensed medical volunteers who monitor campers, administer medications, perform health assessments, and deliver educational programming. Medical care is supported by students in medical programs and licensed professionals volunteering on-site.
  • On-site medical care and asthma education during camp CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
    direct service
    Provides comprehensive medical supervision at camp through licensed medical volunteers who monitor campers, administer medications, perform health assessments, and deliver asthma education. Medical care is supported by licensed professionals and medical students volunteering on-site.
  • Residential Summer Camp for Children with Chronic Lung Disease CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
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    Operates a one-week residential summer camp at Camp Shadow Pines in Heber, AZ, specifically designed for children with chronic lung disease or allergic conditions who may not be accepted into other camps due to their medical needs.
  • Residential Summer Camp for Children with Chronic Lung Disease CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
    direct service
    Operates a one-week residential summer camp at Camp Shadow Pines in Heber, AZ, specifically designed for children with chronic lung disease or allergic conditions who require specialized medical care and education.
  • Residential summer camp for children with chronic lung disease or allergies CAMP NOT-A-WHEEZE
    direct service
    Operates a one-week residential summer camp at Camp Shadow Pines in Heber, AZ, specifically for children with chronic lung disease or allergic conditions who may not be accepted into other camps due to medical needs. The camp is scheduled annually, with the next session planned for May 31 to June 5, 2026.