SeriousFun Children’s Network (SeriousFun), founded by actor and philanthropist Paul Newman, is a growing global community of camps and programs serving children with serious illnesses and their families. SeriousFun’s 30 camps and programs empower children with serious illnesses and their families to reimagine what is possible by creating inclusive experiences, inspiring confidence and joy, and building community and connection — totally free of charge!
The medical expertise throughout SeriousFun camps and programs enables them to support children living with more than 100 different conditions including cancer, HIV, blood disorders, heart diseases, neurologic conditions, and genetic and metabolic disorders — and programming and facilities are skillfully adapted to be inclusive and accessible for all campers.
Since the first SeriousFun camp opened in 1988, the Network has delivered more than 1.7 million life-changing experiences to kids and families.





