North Star Reach, a nonprofit camp providing life-changing experiences for children with serious health challenges and their families, invites the community to participate in its annual Spring Work Weekend, taking place Friday, April 17, through Sunday, April 19, at its camp in Pinckney.
A beloved North Star Reach tradition, Spring Work Weekend brings together volunteers, families, donors, and community members to prepare camp for the upcoming season. Held during the organization’s 10-Year Anniversary, the Year of Mooseness, the weekend reflects a decade of impact while inviting the community to help shape the next chapter.
Throughout the weekend, participants will take part in meaningful, hands-on projects across camp’s 105-acre property, preparing cabins, program spaces, and gathering areas that will soon welcome campers and families. In addition to service, attendees will experience the connection and community that define North Star Reach through shared meals, fellowship, and time together at camp.
“Every project completed during Spring Work Weekend directly impacts the camper experience,” said Patrick Smith, chief program officer at North Star Reach. “From preparing cabins to setting up program areas, our volunteers are helping create the environment where children can build confidence, form friendships, and simply enjoy being kids. It’s the first step in bringing camp to life each season.”
Spring Work Weekend is open to:
- Camp families
- Volunteers
- Donors
- Community members interested in getting involved
Meals will be provided throughout the weekend, with optional lodging available in North Star Reach’s accessible cabins. The event is free to attend, with donations encouraged to help cover meal costs and directly support camp programs.
North Star Reach welcomes Meijer as a sponsor of the Spring Work Weekend, helping make this community experience possible.
“Spring Work Weekend is where community and philanthropy come together in a tangible way,” said J.J. Lewis, CEO of North Star Reach. “We are incredibly grateful for partners like Meijer, whose support helps ensure that every child who comes to camp experiences a space filled with belonging, joy, and possibility. This weekend is the first of many opportunities for all of us to invest in that mission during our Year of Mooseness!”
Community members and local businesses are invited to participate by:
- Registering to volunteer for the weekend
- Making a donation to support meals and camp programs
- Exploring sponsorship opportunities to support the event
For more information or to register, visit: https://www.northstarreach.org/spring-work-weekend-2/
For sponsorship opportunities or to support the event, ontact Cassy Sleeper, corporate philanthropy director, at cassy@northstarreach.org or (248) 896-1116.
