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Support Camp Newman's
Grief & Growing Retreat

Grief and Growing™ is returning to Camp Newman February 27-March 1, 2026.

Inspired by the 25+ years of the Bay Area Jewish Healing Center’s program of the same name, Grief and Growing offers opportunities for participants of all ages, infants through elders, to come together in community to experience the healing power of community and the power of gathering at Camp Newman.

Over a nurturing weekend program, participants will be invited to connect through the use of art, Jewish ritual, bodywork, nature, movement, all in the company of those also experiencing the process of rebuilding a life without the person who has died. Individuals, couples, and families with children of all ages are welcome.

In order to bring this program to fruition, we are counting on the support of the community. Please consider making a gift today.

Support the Grief & Growing Retreat!

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The Union for Reform Judaism is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record. We'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

When you make a gift of $1800 or more, you join our Camp Newman Chai Society. 

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The impact of your gift
All gifts made towards this campaign will go towards the
Grief and Growing retreat.

$3000 : Program Fee for 2 adult participants in a shared cabin.
$1800 : Materials for weekend workshops for expressive arts, movement, books and printed resources
$500 : Program Fee for a youth participant
$360 : Weekend honorarium for a clinical staff member.
$180 : Support towards outreach and recruitment

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