Seeds of Hope Summer Camp
Seeds of Hope (SOH) is a division within Heroes Helping Heroes that offers mentor programs and a free summer day camp for foster, adoptive, and at-risk kids grades K-8. Since 2010, we have served over 890 children in the Piedmont area of North Carolina.
What’s Camp All About?
Campers are grouped by age group and assigned a volunteer counselor who is trained and certified to lead your children. “My kids loved the positive interaction with the youth staff counselors,” shared one parent. Campers participate in daily tracks of sports, arts, educational activities, and field trips based on their age and interests.
Seeds of Hope is also a faith-based organization that teaches children the love and compassion God has for their lives. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11. Camp consists of daily worship and bible study where your children learn praise songs, bible stories and the power of prayer.
2025 Summer Camp
Week 1
6/9/2025
7:30 am –5:30 pm
Chestnut Grove Middle School
2185 Chestnut Grove Rd, King, NC 27021
Week 2
6/23/2025
7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Pilot Mountain Middle School
543 Old Westfield Road, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041
Week 3
7/7/2025
7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Forbush Middle School
1431 Falcon Rd, East Bend, NC 27018






Campers participate in age-focused activities called Tracks (Tracks A, B, and C) which are scheduled at different times during the day. Tracks are subject to change based on new opportunities that may arise. Examples of Tracks include:
Grade K-6 Track
Basketball
Softball/baseball
Soccer
Football
Cheerleading
Dance
Kitchen Chaos
Mad science
Art & crafts
Grade 7-8 Track
Service projects
Radio or TV stations visits
Zoos trips
State parks visits and service projects
Scavenger hunts
Swimming
Educational fieldtrips
Grades 2-6
Farm Day Field Trips
At the farm, we exper the abundance of nature that God has given us. We celebrate everyone’s birthday with a pizza party and cupcakes. We have loads of messy fun playing with the animals, creek-walking, creating art, learning about where our food comes from, and learning more about Jesus.
“My kids loved the positive interactions with the youth staff counselors.”
– Parent, Seeds of Hope
Meet Our Leaders
Camp Director
Allison Eskridge
Assistant Director
Kailey Smitherman
Youth Staff Director
Annie Gillispie
FAQs
What does my child need to bring with them to camp?
Themselves and an open attitude! We also ask that campers dress in comfortable clothing and closed toed shoes that can get wet and dirty. If specific medical devices, medications, or sunscreens should accompany your child, we ask the parents or guardians to check those items in at the start of camp or at each morning drop-off.
What is my child not allowed to bring to camp?
We do not allow any type of personal electronics at camp. If your child brings an item in this category and it is lost, stolen, or damaged, we are not responsible for the incident. We ask that the campers leave all non-essential items at home, this includes but is not limited to: electronics, toys, accessories, and equipment. Never allow your campers to bring money.
May my child attend all dates offered?
Yes! If your child qualifies for our Seeds of Hope programs, we encourage kids to join us for all weeks offered if the camp location is accessible to you. Be sure to check out our other program and events offered throughout the year.
Does Seeds of Hope offer transportation assistance?
Not generally, but if you have a difficult circumstance and require assistance, please contact us by email or our contact form to discuss your scenario.
What about meals and snacks during camp?
Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack (as well as plenty of water, milk and juice options) are provided to all campers and staff each day of summer camp. If your child has allergies or food restrictions, please indicate that in the camper application and they will receive an alternative option.
What will my child do while at camp?
Your child will participate in a variety of activities that keep them active, allow them to be creative, provide learning opportunities, encourage bonding and relationship development, while providing opportunities to praise God throughout the day. See the sample schedule above.
What is considered at-risk?
According to the United States Census bureau, children have been defined as "at-risk" by meeting a variety of circumstances. These are circumstances are: the absence of either or both parents from the household the child resides in; at least one foreign-born parent of recent immigration; low family income; the absence of any employed parent or guardian in the household; the child having at least one disability; being retained in grade at least once; or speaks English less than “very well.” Measures of community risk might include rates of poverty, crime, unemployment, or teen parenthood in the community.
“It’s more about getting kids away for a week. It’s their first experience with baseball or going in the woods on a nature hike.”
— SOH Counselor