Events
Rainbow Valley Resource Network
Your help is needed to keep support flowing to the families we serve.
Come join us!
Getting together with other like-minded individuals and families sharing experiences and inspiration is truly a blessing. Throughout the year, RVRN offers a variety of events that provide opportunities to make tangible connections and grow a support network focused on loved ones with special needs.
To get a glimpse of RVRN in action, you are encouraged to visit and subscribe to RVRN’s YouTube Channel. You’ll see members of the RVRN community at events, and hear from participants, volunteers, and stakeholders.
Loved One Gatherings
Staying connected throughout the year!
In response to the desire of our loved ones with developmental/special needs to connect more frequently, RVRN is thrilled to launch Loved One Gatherings!
We will be hosting monthly online gatherings using Zoom, with help from staff at Christian Science camps. These adaptive and inclusive events will provide an interactive and uplifting atmosphere that focuses on fun, inspiration, socializing, life enrichment, and bonding with fellow Christian Scientists.
Spring Session Dates/Times: April 22 | May 27 | June 24 | July 22
Thursdays from 3:00 – 4:30pm CT
Eligible Participants: Loved ones with developmental/special needs who have chosen Christian Science as a way of life.
Cost: $42/loved one participants (covers all four meetings)
For more information including registration, visit the Events page. As with all RVRN programs, financial assistance is available to cover up to the full cost of tuition.
We look forward to seeing your loved one!
Questions? Contact our Program Manager by email or call 719-966-7876.
CedarS Camps
Welcome to our FIRST Youth Specialty Program (online) in partnership with CedarS Camps. This specialty program offers a unique experience for children with special needs and abilities. We ask that a parent or caregiver is available to support their camper as needed.
2021 Program Dates: June 28 – July 9 (2nd Session); weekends off
Eligible Youth Participants: School-aged children up to early-20s
Cost: $415/two weeks; include parent/caregiver
For more information including registration, visit the Events page.
As with all RVRN programs, financial assistance is available to cover up to the full cost of tuition. We look forward to seeing you!
Questions? Contact our Program Manager by email or call 719-966-7876.
Family Camps
Camp can be for everyone — including families!
Most agree an outdoor camp experience is very special — new friends, new adventures, new challenges and tons of fun. For the people we support, it’s much more than that. It’s an opportunity to step beyond society’s limiting labels and experience challenging outdoor activities in a loving and supportive environment.
Many camps offer programs during the summer months and holidays, including Memorial Day weekend and Christmas.
As one of our special friends proclaimed after completing a high ropes challenge over 40 feet in the air …
“God was shining a light on me to show me where to step next.”
Rainbow Valley Resource Network (RVRN) provides financial assistance to these dear friends who have chosen Christian Science as a way of life. Your donations help cover tuition and travel for those with special needs, so they can join their families for an unforgettable experience at a camp of their choosing.
- Financial support is available for those friends who need it. Simply complete the online Financial Assistance Application
- If you are interested in volunteering as a Chaperone, please visit our Chaperone Page to learn more.
Questions? Or for more information, please contact us at: 314-309-7029 or admin@rvrnetwork.org.
100 Elk
A family enrichment program designed just for you!
We are looking forward to planning this program for the 6th season in partnership with the A/U Ranches’ 100 Elk Outdoor Center!
2021 Dates: To be Announced
Based on past in-person programs, this is what you can expect:
- Daily Bible Lesson study
- Camp activities including archery, art classes, high ropes course, horseback riding, guided nature walks, tour of local goat farm, volunteering at the Human Society, and more!
- Inspirational talk
- Parent/caregiver discussions
- Gratitude sharing
All activities are adapted to meet the unique needs of each participant.
As with all of our programs, financial assistance is available for tuition and travel costs, if needed. In many cases we cover the full cost of tuition and travel expenses for families.
More details will be posted in spring 2021. Stay tuned!
Enjoy viewing photos and videos from previous sessions:
>> 2020 Program photos
>> 2018 Highlight video
>> 2017 Participant video
Questions? Contact our Program Manager by email or call 719-966-7876.
