Stepping Stones of Hope

Stepping Stones of Hope Providing grief support camps for kids, teens, adults, and families. How do you reach out to a child who has experienced the death of someone they love?

How does an adult family member explore and cope with grief, yet still support a child's loss? Stepping Stones of Hope provides an opportunity to answer these questions during our weekend Camp Paz for Kids/Grown-Ups. These programs reach out to both children and adults in separate, synergistic settings that have been designed to provide a nurturing, expressive, creative and fun environment for hea

ling to transpire. Death is a difficult concept for children to grasp. Kids often keep their emotions hidden, not knowing how to communicate their pain, and not wanting to add to an adult's grief burden. Weekend programs provide a safe place for these children to express themselves. Through art, music, role-playing, and a lot of talking and laughing, kids learn about death and dying. And, they learn how to begin to cope. At the same time nearby, adult family members are learning too, exploring their grief through journaling, music, art, self-care, relaxation and dialogue. And they discover ways they can best support the children who share their loss. Check out this YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=134uAgXioiU

📚✨ As summer break comes to a close, students return to school carrying all kinds of emotions. Excitement, nerves, antic...
08/01/2025

📚✨ As summer break comes to a close, students return to school carrying all kinds of emotions. Excitement, nerves, anticipation, it’s a season of change and growth. But there’s one group that often goes unnoticed in the back-to-school hustle: grieving students.

Whether it's the loss of a parent, sibling, or close loved one, grief doesn’t pause when the school bell rings. It walks with these children into their classrooms, onto the playground, and into their everyday experiences.

At Stepping Stones of Hope, we understand that grief is ongoing. We’re here to support children and families as they navigate the complicated mix of emotions that can surface this time of year...and all year long. 💛

Let’s make space for empathy, connection, and healing in our schools and communities. 👉 Swipe to see a quick checklist of things for caregivers/parents of grieving children.

We send our best wishes for an amazing school year to everyone!

📚 Grief is personal—and so is the way we heal.At Stepping Stones of Hope, we’ve curated a thoughtful collection of grief...
05/30/2025

📚 Grief is personal—and so is the way we heal.
At Stepping Stones of Hope, we’ve curated a thoughtful collection of grief support books to help guide you or your loved ones through loss.

Explore resources specially organized for:
🧒 Preschool-age children
📘 Elementary-age children
👩 Teens
👨 Men
💔 Families coping with sudden death or violence
🕊️ Those impacted by su***de
🌎 Spanish-language readers
👨‍👩‍👧 Families grieving together

💻 Visit our website to explore our book recommendations and find the right support for your journey:
👉 https://steppingstonesofhope.org/resources/

You're not alone. Let us help you take a step toward healing.

🌟 Early giving is underway for Arizona Gives Day 2025! 🌟A huge THANK YOU to our first two generous donors for kickstarti...
03/13/2025

🌟 Early giving is underway for Arizona Gives Day 2025! 🌟

A huge THANK YOU to our first two generous donors for kickstarting our campaign! Your support is already making a difference, and we are so grateful. 💙

Stepping Stones of Hope is raising funds for our camps in 2025 and beyond, providing grief support to children and families who need it most. Whether you can give a little or a lot, every donation counts in helping us continue our mission. In the image, you'll see some ways your donations are put to work to help grieving kids, teens and families!

Join us in making an impact! Donate today at: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

🌟 Arizona Gives EARLY GIVING STARTS TODAY! 🚀We need YOUR support to continue making a lasting impact. Early giving begin...
03/11/2025

🌟 Arizona Gives EARLY GIVING STARTS TODAY! 🚀

We need YOUR support to continue making a lasting impact. Early giving begins March 11th, so be sure to mark your calendars! 🗓 Here is the link to give: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Arizona Gives provides a safe, secure, and easy way to give to one or multiple nonprofits—and track your giving. Visit our AZ Gives page to contribute and be part of something truly special: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Together, we can bring hope and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. 💙 Give today! www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

🌟 Arizona Gives Day 2025 is just around the corner—April 1st to be exact! But the journey starts NOW! 🚀We need YOUR supp...
03/07/2025

🌟 Arizona Gives Day 2025 is just around the corner—April 1st to be exact! But the journey starts NOW! 🚀

We need YOUR support to continue making a lasting impact. Early giving begins March 11th, so be sure to mark your calendars! 🗓 Here is the link to give: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Arizona Gives provides a safe, secure, and easy way to give to one or multiple nonprofits—and track your giving. Visit our AZ Gives page to contribute and be part of something truly special: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Together, we can bring hope and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. 💙 Give today! www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Early giving begins March 11th! 🌟 Arizona Gives Day 2025 is just around the corner!Stepping Stones of Hope is proud to b...
03/06/2025

Early giving begins March 11th! 🌟 Arizona Gives Day 2025 is just around the corner!

Stepping Stones of Hope is proud to be part of this year’s Arizona Gives Day—a movement that unites nonprofits of all sizes to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Arizona through online giving.

We need YOUR support to continue making a lasting impact. Early giving begins March 11th, so be sure to mark your calendars! 🗓 Here is the link to give: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Arizona Gives provides a safe, secure, and easy way to give to one or multiple nonprofits—and track your giving. Visit our AZ Gives page to contribute and be part of something truly special: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Together, we can bring hope and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. 💙 Give today! www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

🌟 Arizona Gives Day 2025 is just around the corner—April 1st to be exact! But the journey starts NOW! 🚀Stepping Stones o...
03/04/2025

🌟 Arizona Gives Day 2025 is just around the corner—April 1st to be exact! But the journey starts NOW! 🚀

Stepping Stones of Hope is proud to be part of this year’s Arizona Gives Day—a movement that unites nonprofits of all sizes to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Arizona through online giving. Powered by AZ Impact for Good, this event raises awareness about the critical role Arizona nonprofits play in our communities and inspires people to give generously, helping create a thriving and stronger Arizona for all. 💙 🌟 Arizona Gives Day 2025 is just around the corner—April 1st to be exact! But the journey starts NOW! 🚀

Stepping Stones of Hope is proud to be part of this year’s Arizona Gives Day—a movement that unites nonprofits of all sizes to celebrate and increase philanthropy in Arizona through online giving. Powered by AZ Impact for Good, this event raises awareness about the critical role Arizona nonprofits play in our communities and inspires people to give generously, helping create a thriving and stronger Arizona for all. 💙

We need YOUR support to continue making a lasting impact. Early giving begins March 11th, so be sure to mark your calendars! 🗓 Here is the link to give: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Arizona Gives provides a safe, secure, and easy way to give to one or multiple nonprofits—and track your giving. Visit our AZ Gives page to contribute and be part of something truly special: https://www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

Together, we can bring hope and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. 💙 Give today! www.azgives.org/organization/steppingstonesofhope

HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER ALERT! JOIN US TO SHOP FOR A GOOD CAUSE! Join us in-store at Kendra Scott at Scottsdale Quarter on De...
12/04/2024

HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER ALERT! JOIN US TO SHOP FOR A GOOD CAUSE!

Join us in-store at Kendra Scott at Scottsdale Quarter on December 13 from 4 to 6 pm and mention Stepping Stones of Hope at checkout for 20% of your purchase to go towards our mission to help grieving kids, teens and families go to grief camp in 2025!

Can’t make it in-store? Shop online at kendrascott.com anytime between Dec 13 & 14 with code GIVEBACK-IHHAH to also donate 20% of your purchase back to Stepping Stones of Hope!

Today is Giving Tuesday! Give the gift of HOPE!Your donation to Stepping Stones of Hope makes a real difference in the l...
12/03/2024

Today is Giving Tuesday! Give the gift of HOPE!

Your donation to Stepping Stones of Hope makes a real difference in the lives of children, teens, and families coping with the loss of a loved one. Our grief camps provide a safe space where kids learn they are not alone, connect with others who understand, and find hope in their healing journey.

Every gift helps us continue this vital mission. Your generosity directly impacts a child, giving them the tools to navigate their grief and build a brighter future.

Make this Giving Tuesday unforgettable—consider supporting Stepping Stones of Hope today. Together, we can bring hope to those who need it most.

[Donate Now] www.steppingstonesofhope.org

Just One Day Until Giving Tuesday!Who will you support tomorrow? We hope Stepping Stones of Hope is on your list! Your g...
12/02/2024

Just One Day Until Giving Tuesday!

Who will you support tomorrow? We hope Stepping Stones of Hope is on your list! Your gift helps us continue hosting grief camps for kids, teens, and families, providing them with the tools and support they need to heal.

When children process their grief, they build resilience, emotional strength, and the ability to move forward toward a brighter, more productive future. Grief left unaddressed can weigh them down, but with the right support, they can thrive.

Tomorrow, make a difference. Choose healing. Choose hope. Choose Stepping Stones of Hope.

[Learn More & Plan Your Gift]www.steppingstonesofhope.org

12/02/2024

This Morning on Fox 10 News! Thank you Fox 10 for having us on to discuss grief and the holidays.

Dr. Ellen Kelman shared how the holidays can be especially tough for families and kids grieving the loss of a loved one. At Stepping Stones of Hope, our grief camps provide a supportive space where kids learn they are not alone and discover ways to honor their memories.

One meaningful activity Dr. Kelman highlighted is creating a memory jar—a simple, heartfelt craft you can do with your kids to preserve and celebrate special moments with their loved ones.

Watch the story and learn more about how our programs bring comfort and connection during the holidays and beyond.

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3039 W Peoria Ave Ste 102- 294
Phoenix, AZ
85029

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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How do you reach out to a child who has experienced the death of someone they love? How does an adult family member explore and cope with grief, yet still support a child's loss? Stepping Stones of Hope provides an opportunity to answer these questions during many of our grief camps and programs.

Stepping Stones of Hope was founded in 1999, by Doctor Chip Finch. We had humble beginnings, at first only offering a single weekend camp, Camp Paz for Kids/Grown-Ups. Twenty years later, we offer dozens of programs and camps each year, touching thousands of lives. These programs reach out to both children and adults in separate, synergistic settings that have been designed to provide a nurturing, expressive, creative and fun environment for healing to transpire. Death is a difficult concept for children to grasp. Kids often keep their emotions hidden, not knowing how to communicate their pain, and not wanting to add to an adult's grief burden. Weekend programs provide a safe place for these children to express themselves. Through art, music, role-playing, and a lot of talking and laughing, kids learn about death and dying. And, they learn how to begin to cope. At the same time nearby, adult family members are learning too, exploring their grief through journaling, music, art, self-care, relaxation and dialogue. And they discover ways they can best support the children who share their loss. Check out this YouTube video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=134uAgXioiU