Kindred Matters

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Kindred Matters

We build strong connections through education, recreation, shared memories and camp.

04/10/2026

💙 Happy National Siblings Day! 💚
At Kindred Matters, we know one thing to be true: Siblings Deserve To Be Together.
Sibling relationships are often the longest and some of the most meaningful connections we have in our lives. They hold our stories, our laughter, and a deep sense of belonging. And for siblings separated by foster care, adoption, or life’s unexpected turns, those connections matter even more.
That’s why we create spaces like Sibling Camp and KINnect, where joy, reconnection, and memory-making can flourish. 🌲🎨💙
Because these moments aren’t just meaningful, they’re essential.
Today, we’re celebrating sibling bonds in all their forms and the incredible young people we’re honored to serve. 💫
📲 Take a moment today to reach out to your sibling or someone who feels like one. A simple message can mean everything.

04/07/2026

Dearest gentle reader…

It has come to our attention that the most delightful scandal of the season is not a whispered romance but rather a *most urgent* call for volunteers. Yes indeed, the esteemed Kindred Matters Camp programs are seeking kind hearts, helping hands, and those with a flair for a little camp magic.

One simply *must* wonder, who among you will rise to the occasion? Who will be seen lending their charm, their wit, and perhaps a touch of mischief to a cause most worthy?

Do not delay, for opportunities such as this are snatched up quicker than the finest dance partners at a ball. Step forward, make yourself known, and become the talk of the ton, for all the right reasons, of course.

Yours most intriguingly,
Kindred Matters ✨

Our volunteer application and dates can be found a kindredmatters.org/volunteer

04/03/2026

Do you live in the Eugene area? Join us for a night of connection, community, and a little fun 🍻

On April 15th from 5–8 PM, head to PLAY in Eugene for Pint Night in support of Kindred Matters. For every draft beverage sold, $1 will be donated to help support siblings living separately and families of connection.

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and National Sibling Connections Awareness Month—what better way to show up than by gathering together, sharing a pint, and making a difference.

📍 232 W 5th Ave, Eugene
🕔 Drop in anytime between 5–8 PM

Come play, connect, and support 💙

03/19/2026

💙 Siblings deserve to be together 💙
Siblings are often the longest-lasting relationships in a person’s life.

At Sibling Camp, we make space for them to just be siblings alongside their peers with similar lived experience.

Sharing a sink while brushing their teeth.
Splashing each other and laughing while swimming
Rolling their eyes, teasing, maybe even arguing a little…

At Sibling Camp, that togetherness is theirs whatever it looks like💫

🌟 Sibling Camp 2026 referrals are now open for young people ages 6–26 living apart from a sibling(s).
Referrals welcome from caregivers, providers, caseworkers, CASAs or anyone who knows the young person well. A separate referral is needed for each sibling.

Learn more or apply:
kindredmatters.org/sibling-camp
📧 [email protected]

03/14/2026

🎤 Volunteer Voices

Our volunteers see firsthand the magic of Sibling Camp—where connection, sibling joy, sibling squabbles and millions of meaningful moments happen all in one place. ✨

Did you know?
Over 50% of our Sibling Camp volunteers last year work in the education field or are students working towards professional degrees. They all bring their passion for supporting kids and families beyond the classroom. We are so grateful that these incredible humans are apart of our Kindred Matters Volunteer Team and get to share their expertise and care while having summer camp fun alongside our campers 💚💙

03/06/2026

Support Kindred Matters and take something off your busy plate.💙

Enjoy dinner from Panda Express while supporting Kindred Matters! When you place an online order with our fundraising code on the following dates, 28% of sales will be donated to Kindred Matters.
📅 Fundraiser Dates:
• March 23, 2026
• April 22, 2026
• May 25, 2026
• June 29, 2026
• July 31, 2026

It’s a simple way to support our mission—just order from your local Panda Express on any of these dates and your meal helps make a difference. Please note that each date has a different fundraiser code that can be found on their particular event flyer. If you have any questions, or would like a flyer emailed to you please reach out to our team at [email protected]

03/05/2026

Come make some heart-stretching, joy-filed memories with Kindred Matters as we create spaces for separated siblings and families to connect, laugh loudly, and be together. 💚🏕️💙 Join us as a volunteer for our 2026 camp season- it's camp with purpose! Check out our website at kindredmatters.org/volunteers for more information and links to our applications.

02/27/2026

✨ Board Member Spotlight: Kami Holloway, Board Chair ✨
Kami’s Kindred Matters story started in 2017 as a behind-the-scenes “magic maker” at Sibling Camp — and we’ve been lucky to have her ever since. Today, she serves as our Board Chair, helping guide the vision and future of this community she loves so deeply.
When asked what her favorite thing about Kindred Matters is, she didn’t hesitate:
“The young people we serve are the best time — they are so fun. But I love the camp people. This is the place where I feel the most genuine and best version of myself. I get to be me, with love and acceptance.”
By day, Kami is a Senior Legal Assistant at the world's largest sportswear company🧡. By night? A proud night owl who can be found in bed with her dog Violet watching trashy reality TV (and yes, she has strong opinions about Below Deck — especially Captain Jason).
Fun facts about Kami:
☕ Large black coffee enthusiast
🎧 Loves NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour
🎨 Diamond art aficionado
🐶 Her entire family — including her dog — can touch their tongue to their nose
💙 One word her people use to describe her: Encouraging
We are so grateful for Kami’s leadership, humor, and heart. Kindred Matters is stronger because of her.
Drop a 💚 to celebrate our new Board Chair!

02/12/2026

Family Camp registration is now OPEN! 🌲💙
Are you a Family of Connection — foster/resource, adoptive, kinship, guardianship, or permanency — looking for a fun weekend to connect and spend time with other families who share similar lived experience? We have two Family Camp sessions this year: • March 20–23 | Sisters, Oregon – No spring break plans? Come join us! • May 22–25 | Canby, Oregon – Looking for a Memorial Day weekend getaway? We’d love to have you. Come build community, make memories, and just be together. Register now at kindredmatters.org/familycamp

01/16/2026

💚 SALEM SAVE THE DATE 💚

Where: Get Air (3910 Rickey St. SE, Salem, OR 97317)
When: Saturday, 2/7 from 10:30am - 11:30am (I will be on site for this time to support with check in and payment but your group is welcome to stay longer! We will be purchasing 2 hour passes.)
Who: This activity is FREE for separated siblings and their families*.
*Transporting providers to this activity are encouraged to bring other youth in their household along to participate. We do ask that an adult stays with each group as this is a public venue and we want to ensure everyone’s safety.

To RSVP, please complete this Google Form: https://forms.gle/xbEysvn2UMN1Jiwg8

01/09/2026

Save the date, camp friends 💚
We are so excited to share our 2026 Kindred Matters camp dates.

Family Camp
March 20–23 in Sisters, Oregon
May 22–25 in Canby, Oregon

Sibling Camp
June 26–28 in Sisters, Oregon
August 10–14 in Rockaway Beach, Oregon

Applications are not open just yet, but we will announce when they are. Be sure to stay connected with us here on social media or sign up for our email list so you do not miss any updates. We cannot wait to do camp with you. 🏕💚💙

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Salem, OR
97301

Telephone

+14584889356

Website

http://www.kindredmatters.org/

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