Events

Putting the "fun" in fundraiser!

Camp Wapiyapi hosts a variety of events each year to raise funds to send children to camp. Without the wonderful community support at these annual events, Camp Wapiyapi wouldn’t be able to serve so many deserving kids each summer. Join us for a meaningful experience and a fun time!

Campfires and Cocktails

September 25, 2025

The 12th annual “Campfires & Cocktails” event goes to the heart of childhood cancer by raising funds to send children to Camp Wapiyapi at no charge to their families. On Thursday, September 25th, we will celebrate these kids’ resilience and courage “Under the Stars” at the Skylight venue in Denver’s Arts District. Catered by Love Pop, there will be inspired eats and retro vibes while we raise our glasses and paddles to send s’more kids to camp. Tickets go on sale soon! For any questions or inquiries, contact darla@wapiyapi.org.

The Belt Buckle Challenge Series

July 19, 2025 - Silver Creek Sporting Club
August 23, 2025 - Colorado Clays
September 20, 2025 - Kiowa Creek Sporting
Club September 20, 2025 - Belt Buckle Shoot-Off!


The series consists of three (3) 100-target fun shoots per the dates and locations below. The individual winner of the series will be determined by adding each shooter’s two highest event scores to qualify for the top 5 shoot-off on September 20th. Sponsored Squads can qualify on a single shoot; the squad's average score will determine which two squads qualify for the shoot-off. bucklechallenge.org

Third party fundraisers are organized by an individual, company, or community organization that is not an official Wapiyapi event but benefits our campers and their families.

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Give Back, Give Hope: Joy That Heals

November 1 – December 31, 2025

Give Back, Give Hope through our Joy that Heals campaign! It takes $2,000 to send one child to Camp Wapiyapi, where the joy of camp helps children battling cancer heal. Your donation in any amount will bring strength, hope, and lifelong memories. You can even set up your own online campaign and invite family and friends to join you. The holiday season includes Colorado Gives Day on Dec. 9th.

All gifts received by Dec. 31st will receive acknowledgement with our gratitude for your tax-deductible donation. Donations of $250 or more are eligible for an additional benefit through the Child Care Contribution Tax Credit. Please join us in giving the Joy that Heals this holiday season!