Upcoming events.
May Family Camp
Family Camp is a four-day, three-night camp program hosted by Kindred Matters. Families bring their entire family–biological, foster, adoptive, or otherwise–for a long weekend of workshops, family fun, and community building.
This year, we are offering two sessions of Family Camp!
Family Camp Session 1: March 21-24 at Suttle Lake Camp, Sisters, Oregon.
Family Camp Session 2: May 23-26 at Canby Grove Camp, Canby, Oregon.
The first round of review for Interest Forms will take place the week of January 20-24.
Applications submitted before January 20th will be brought to our first selection committee meeting. After the deadline, we will keep the applications open and have subsequential selection committee meetings until we fill our available space for each Family Camp session. At that time, we will create our waitlist for each program. The application information is critical to the selection process and incredibly helpful for our team in serving families the best we can. If our team has any follow-up questions, we will contact you directly.
We are using UltraCamp again this year as our registration software. If you applied last year, you can log into your account and update any family member information. If you did not apply last year, please have the primary family contact create an account and add each family member attending camp to your account before completing the application. After clicking the link, please click register, followed by new user to proceed.
EACH member must be added to your account before completing the application form to have an accurate count for your family. We understand that family structures can change; if this is the case for your family, please reach out to us as soon as possible so that we can make adjustments. There is no fee to apply for Family Camp. However, there is a cost for attending. Kindred Matters will do everything in our power to ensure that cost is not a barrier to attendance. Please ensure that you "Check Out" at the end of the application to ensure it has been submitted. You should receive an email confirming the submission of your application as well. If you have any questions, please reach out!
Please follow the link below to apply.
IF APPROVED, a member of our team will contact you and provide further information to complete the registration process. If our team has questions regarding serving your family, we will also be in touch.
We encourage you to share our Family Camp applications with other families in your community who may be interested in attending. If you have a young person with a sibling living in a separate home, we also encourage you to invite them to apply. Family Camp is also an excellent space for sibling connection if our Sibling Camp is not the right fit.
If you want to learn more about Family Camp, please visit our website at https://www.kindredmatters.org/family-camp or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Any questions about the registration/application process can be directed to Andrea Lemly at familycamp@kindredmatters.org or via phone (text preferred) at (503) 380-9330. Andrea is a very part-time member of our Kindred Matters team, so please be patient with her. You can also contact our Director Tia at tia@kindredmatters.org or via phone or text at 458-488-9356.
KINnect PDX
More info to come. Please Contact Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to get on the email list!
KINnect Salem
Jumping at Get Air
More info to come. Please Contact Mollee Carter at kinnectsalem@gmail.com to get on the email list!
June Sibling Camp
Referral applications are now open for the 2025 Kindred Matters Sibling Camp programs!
We are excited to announce that referrals are now open for the 2025 Kindred Matters Sibling Camp programs (formerly Camp To Belong Northwest/Oregon). These two camp sessions offer siblings who live separately a chance to connect and spend quality time together in a supportive summer camp setting.
Camp Sessions:
Session 1: June 27-29, 2025 | Suttle Lake Camp, Sisters, OR
A 2-night camp for siblings who live separately. Campers will stay overnight in cabins with their siblings and experienced sibling camp volunteers and move through the day activities with their sibling group. This session has increased staff-to-camper ratios to provide more supervision and support. These increased ratios make this session a good fit for campers who need more supervision, behavior, physical, medical, or emotional support. This camp session is an excellent fit for campers who may struggle with distractions from larger groups or require extra encouragement to stay engaged with their siblings. It is also a perfect camp session for younger campers or those who have not attended an overnight camp program. This session will also be a self-transport event.Session 2: August 11-15, 2025 | Camp Magruder, Rockaway Beach, OR
A 4-night camp for siblings who live separately. It is anticipated to be our larger Sibling Camp session. Campers will move through their day at camp in “Family Groups,” which comprise their sibling group as well as 2-3 other sibling groups and our fantastic volunteer counselors. Overnight, they will stay in “Cabin Groups”. We have three cabin options for this session. Campers can request to stay in a cabin with folks who identify as the same gender they do, an all-gender cabin, or a cabin with their sibling group, and our team will do our best to accommodate requests in alliance with our staffing ratios. This session will have bus transportation from Salem and Hillsboro.
Why Apply Now?
Promote sibling bonding in a fun, supportive, and trauma-informed environment.
Respite opportunity for providers while their young people are engaged at camp.
Each camp session is tailored to meet different needs. If you are unsure which session is the right fit for a particular sibling group, please contact our team, and we will be happy to help.
Space is limited, and sessions can fill up!
Who Should Apply?
Siblings who live separately from at least one of their siblings.
Applications can be submitted on behalf of a young person by a provider, caseworker, CASA, etc. We recommend that the person who knows the young person best submit the application or the person who would complete the registration if the sibling group is selected to attend camp.
How to Apply:
Review the camp details and select the best session for your sibling group.
Submit a referral using the links below:
Our referral application is done through UltraCamp. If you have a camper who attended last year, the adult who completed the application can log into their account to complete the application. If you do not have an account, please create one. You can submit applications for multiple young people using the same account.
Our selection committee will review all submitted applications until spaces are filled. The first review will take place the week of March 3-7. Applications will be open until filled. Our team will reach out with any additional questions. The selection committee is in place to ensure that we can safely and successfully serve a sibling group in our camp setting. The more thorough an application, the quicker the process usually is.
Important:
Referrals are open until filled. Apply before March 2 for priority consideration.
A separate application is needed for each young person interested in attending.
Please share this with other providers, caseworkers, CASAs, and anyone else you know who may have sibling groups that would be interested.
Questions? Contact Stacey Nash at siblingcamp@kindredmatters.org or Tia Nordstrand at tia@kindredmatters.org
For more information about the camps and our commitment to inclusion, visit Kindred Matters.
August Sibling Camp
Referral applications are now open for the 2025 Kindred Matters Sibling Camp programs!
We are excited to announce that referrals are now open for the 2025 Kindred Matters Sibling Camp programs (formerly Camp To Belong Northwest/Oregon). These two camp sessions offer siblings who live separately a chance to connect and spend quality time together in a supportive summer camp setting.
Camp Sessions:
Session 1: June 27-29, 2025 | Suttle Lake Camp, Sisters, OR
A 2-night camp for siblings who live separately. Campers will stay overnight in cabins with their siblings and experienced sibling camp volunteers and move through the day activities with their sibling group. This session has increased staff-to-camper ratios to provide more supervision and support. These increased ratios make this session a good fit for campers who need more supervision, behavior, physical, medical, or emotional support. This camp session is an excellent fit for campers who may struggle with distractions from larger groups or require extra encouragement to stay engaged with their siblings. It is also a perfect camp session for younger campers or those who have not attended an overnight camp program. This session will also be a self-transport event.Session 2: August 11-15, 2025 | Camp Magruder, Rockaway Beach, OR
A 4-night camp for siblings who live separately. It is anticipated to be our larger Sibling Camp session. Campers will move through their day at camp in “Family Groups,” which comprise their sibling group as well as 2-3 other sibling groups and our fantastic volunteer counselors. Overnight, they will stay in “Cabin Groups”. We have three cabin options for this session. Campers can request to stay in a cabin with folks who identify as the same gender they do, an all-gender cabin, or a cabin with their sibling group, and our team will do our best to accommodate requests in alliance with our staffing ratios. This session will have bus transportation from Salem and Hillsboro.
Why Apply Now?
Promote sibling bonding in a fun, supportive, and trauma-informed environment.
Respite opportunity for providers while their young people are engaged at camp.
Each camp session is tailored to meet different needs. If you are unsure which session is the right fit for a particular sibling group, please contact our team, and we will be happy to help.
Space is limited, and sessions can fill up!
Who Should Apply?
Siblings who live separately from at least one of their siblings.
Applications can be submitted on behalf of a young person by a provider, caseworker, CASA, etc. We recommend that the person who knows the young person best submit the application or the person who would complete the registration if the sibling group is selected to attend camp.
How to Apply:
Review the camp details and select the best session for your sibling group.
Submit a referral using the links below:
Our referral application is done through UltraCamp. If you have a camper who attended last year, the adult who completed the application can log into their account to complete the application. If you do not have an account, please create one. You can submit applications for multiple young people using the same account.
Our selection committee will review all submitted applications until spaces are filled. The first review will take place the week of March 3-7. Applications will be open until filled. Our team will reach out with any additional questions. The selection committee is in place to ensure that we can safely and successfully serve a sibling group in our camp setting. The more thorough an application, the quicker the process usually is.
Important:
Referrals are open until filled. Apply before March 2 for priority consideration.
A separate application is needed for each young person interested in attending.
Please share this with other providers, caseworkers, CASAs, and anyone else you know who may have sibling groups that would be interested.
Questions? Contact Stacey Nash at siblingcamp@kindredmatters.org or Tia Nordstrand at tia@kindredmatters.org
For more information about the camps and our commitment to inclusion, visit Kindred Matters.
KINnect Salem
Art with Studio AWEsome!
More info to come. Please Contact Mollee Carter at kinnectsalem@gmail.com to get on the email list!
KINnect PDX
Hello everyone,
There is an upcoming sibling KINnect event on Tuesday March 25th at 12:00 pm. The event is at Mind Trix Escape Rooms:
12000 SE 82nd Ave #1009
Happy Valley, OR 97086
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.
We will meet at the Dick's Sporting Goods in Clackamas Town Center, have lunch in the food court and do an escape room. The escape rooms do require an adult be with participants under the age of 14. Timing will be a little flexible depending on booking the escape room. Each escape room is up to 1 hour long.
I have around 35 spots available on a first come, first served basis. More details to come with RSVP confirmation.
Here is the mindtrix escape room webpage if you would like to take a look:
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by March 16th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
March Family Camp
Family Camp is a four-day, three-night camp program hosted by Kindred Matters. Families bring their entire family–biological, foster, adoptive, or otherwise–for a long weekend of workshops, family fun, and community building.
This year, we are offering two sessions of Family Camp!
Family Camp Session 1: March 21-24 at Suttle Lake Camp, Sisters, Oregon.
Family Camp Session 2: May 23-26 at Canby Grove Camp, Canby, Oregon.
The first round of review for Interest Forms will take place the week of January 20-24.
Applications submitted before January 20th will be brought to our first selection committee meeting. After the deadline, we will keep the applications open and have subsequential selection committee meetings until we fill our available space for each Family Camp session. At that time, we will create our waitlist for each program. The application information is critical to the selection process and incredibly helpful for our team in serving families the best we can. If our team has any follow-up questions, we will contact you directly.
We are using UltraCamp again this year as our registration software. If you applied last year, you can log into your account and update any family member information. If you did not apply last year, please have the primary family contact create an account and add each family member attending camp to your account before completing the application. After clicking the link, please click register, followed by new user to proceed.
EACH member must be added to your account before completing the application form to have an accurate count for your family. We understand that family structures can change; if this is the case for your family, please reach out to us as soon as possible so that we can make adjustments. There is no fee to apply for Family Camp. However, there is a cost for attending. Kindred Matters will do everything in our power to ensure that cost is not a barrier to attendance. Please ensure that you "Check Out" at the end of the application to ensure it has been submitted. You should receive an email confirming the submission of your application as well. If you have any questions, please reach out!
Please follow the link below to apply.
IF APPROVED, a member of our team will contact you and provide further information to complete the registration process. If our team has questions regarding serving your family, we will also be in touch.
We encourage you to share our Family Camp applications with other families in your community who may be interested in attending. If you have a young person with a sibling living in a separate home, we also encourage you to invite them to apply. Family Camp is also an excellent space for sibling connection if our Sibling Camp is not the right fit.
If you want to learn more about Family Camp, please visit our website at https://www.kindredmatters.org/family-camp or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Any questions about the registration/application process can be directed to Andrea Lemly at familycamp@kindredmatters.org or via phone (text preferred) at (503) 380-9330. Andrea is a very part-time member of our Kindred Matters team, so please be patient with her. You can also contact our Director Tia at tia@kindredmatters.org or via phone or text at 458-488-9356.
KINnect Salem
Bowling at AMF Firebird Lanes
More info to come. Please Contact Mollee Carter at kinnectsalem@gmail.com to get on the email list!
KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling KINnect event on Monday January 20th from 12:00-4:00 pm The event is at the Gresham Wunderland:
140 NW Burnside st
Portland, OR 97030
We will meet in the parking lot, walk over to killer burger for lunch and then head back to wunderland. WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO CHOOSE OUR OWN ADVENTURE A LITTLE BIT. The choice is between laser tag or a gokart ride. The arcade and lunch will also be included. I will send out options for a lunch order as the date gets closer.
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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by January 13th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Activities your group is interested in:
GoKart or Laser Tag
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
If you would no longer like to be on this email list, please respond to this email and we will remove your name. Conversely, if there is someone you would like us to add to this announcement list, we are happy to do so.
Thanks for all that you do.
Patrick Landis
kinnectpdx@gmail.com
Portland Area Kinnect Coordinator
Kindred Matters
KINnect PDX
December is on the way! Kindred Matters is excited to offer a twist to our typical KINnect events for the holiday season. We know with winter break and all of the winter activities that scheduling can be difficult. We are so appreciative of families for taking the time to get siblings together this time of year and we would love to support you in that. For the month of December, we are offering multiple options for sibling connection during the holidays.
Please read through ALL of the details and let us know if you have any questions.
Who: These events are free and for siblings living separately. Transporting providers are invited to bring other youth who they are providing direct care for.
What: To register a sibling group we will need the following information. Please make sure all information is communicated in order to participate.
Name of youth in your care that is living separately from their sibling(s)
Age/Birthday
Name and contact information for provider including email and phone number
Name of sibling(s)
Name of sibling(s) provider
Name and contact information for sibling groups caseworker if applicable
Names and ages of additional youth in providers household that will be attending.
When: We ask that you communicate between siblings' families to find a day and time that works for the siblings to get together and for quality time together. Please have the siblings select one activity for your group.
Once we have heard from all parties confirming the above information Kindred Matters will purchase and send you tickets for the activity. Please allow at least 48 business hours prior to the activity to receive your tickets. The sooner you can communicate with us, the better.
Where: Activity options are below. If these activities do not work for your sibling group, please reach out and we will see if we can find another option that will for you.
OMSI: https://tickets.omsi.edu/events
1945 SE Water Ave, Portland, OR 97214
Please select the date and time you would like to attend along with which experience you would like to do. Tickets are limited, please check the website to ensure the day and time that you would like is available.
Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway-https://winterwonderlandportland.com/
1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR 97217
Please select the date that you would like from the website and send me the necessary information. I will need the date and how many vehicles you will be driving through.
Christmas Festival of Lights at the Grotto - https://thegrotto.org/christmas-festival-of-lights/
8840 NE Skidmore St, Portland, OR 97220
Please select the date that you would like from the website and send me how many adults (12 and up) and children (3-11) you would like a ticket for.
Mt. Hood Skibowl Snow Tubing: https://skibowl.com/snow-tube-adventure-park/day-tubing/
31315 E Multorpor Rd, Government Camp, OR 97028
Please select the date and time you would like to attend. Tickets for snow tubing require everyone is at least 36 inches tall. Please make sure to let us know the proper amount of tickets for your group. Tickets are limited, please check the website to ensure the day and time that you would like is available.
Portland Winter Ice Rink: https://www.wintericerinkpdx.com/
499 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
Please use the website to find the time and date that you would like. Send me that information along with how many adults and children (under 12). There is an online waiver that you can fill out before you get there also to make things move along quicker.
Escape Room: https://escapegamespdx.com/hour-before-christmas/
2636 NW 26th Ave #2, Portland, OR 97210
Please select the date, time and experience you would like to attend along with which experience you would like to do. Tickets are limited, please check the website to ensure the day and time that you would like is available.
Why: Kindred Matters feels strongly about siblings and their connection. We would like to help facilitate quality time for siblings living separately in the month of December in a manner that fits everyone's schedule.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
Patrick Landis
kinnectpdx@gmail.com
Portland Area Kinnect Coordinator
Kindred Matters
KINnect Salem
Holiday Bingo at Walerys Pizza
Hello, hello!
We are reaching out to invite you to this upcoming KINnect event in Salem on Friday, 12/13 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm! Please note that this is a different date than initially planned, due to availability at the location. Mollee has a special request for those of you who think you'll be able to join us! She is hoping to work some Kindred Matters Magic and recreate the Giving Tree for this event. Her hope is that every kiddo can have a present that they picked out to open at this event. If you are interested in participating, please email Mollee Carter at kinnectsalem@gmail.com with the following information along with your RSVP.
What Mollee needs from you:
- Kiddos Name and Pronouns
- Kiddos Age
- 3 Gift Ideas
For example:
Name: Mollee (she/her)
Age: 24
1. Starbucks Gift Card
2. Small Disney Lego set
3. Glitter nail polish
Note: We won't be putting the kiddos names on anything, or sharing their names. Mollee will only be sharing their pronouns, age and gift ideas! Having their names will help us track things on our end.
Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns regarding this event!
Where: Walery's Pizza, 1555 Edgewater St NW, Salem, OR 97304
When: December 13th from 5:30pm-7:30pm
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/3D5nhxbMe7dCRJsCA
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of December please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling KINnect PDX event on Sunday, November 10th at the Lloyd Center Regal Cinema.
11510 NE Multnomah St
Portland, OR 97236
We are shooting for late morning/early afternoon. Timing will depend on the movie. Patrick will have more information for you as we get closer with a more precise time and movie option.
This event is FREE for separated siblings and care providers including lunch. Transporting providers 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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by November 4th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline. We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each sibling involved (other children can be added on to the part asking for “additional children attending and ages”:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling KINnect PDX event on Saturday, October 19th from 12 - 3 pm at the Oregon Zoo.
4001 SW Canyon Rd
Portland, OR 97221
This event is FREE for separated siblings and care providers including lunch. Transporting providers 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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by Oct 12th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline. We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each sibling involved (other children can be added on to the part asking for “additional children attending and ages”:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond toPatrick Landis atkinnectpdx@gmail.comtoRSVP groups for this activity by October 12th!
KINnect Salem
Hello everyone and happy fall! 🎃
You are invited to the upcoming KINnect event in Salem on Saturday 10/13 from 12pm - 1pm! If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating sibling connection during the month of October please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Where: Bauman's Farm and Garden (12989 Howell Prairie Rd NE, Gervais, OR 97026) 🎃
When: Sunday, October 13th from 12pm - 1pm (Mollee will be on site during this time, but you are your group are more than welcome to stay and enjoy as long as you'd like!)
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/29Q9aVDox2jxwXELA
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
Kindred Matters Sibling Camp Session 2
2024 Camp Dates and Locations
Session 2: August 12-16, 2024 Camp Magruder, Rockaway Beach, Oregon
***This is a 4 night residential camp and is anticipated to be our larger sibling camp for youth who require less behavioral support.
Referrals for Kindred Matters Sibling Camp are Open and available on our website. Please review the information regarding each session prior and select the session that works best for the sibling group. Our selection committee may recommend a different session to best serve all siblings. If you have any questions or are unsure of which session to apply for please reach out to our Registration Coordinator, Stacey Nash at siblingcamp@kindredmatters.org or to Tia at tia@kindredmatters.org.
Applications should be submitted by the adult who knows the young person best.
Kindred Matters Sibling Camp Session 1
2024 Camp Dates and Locations
Session 1: June 21-23, 2024 Suttle Lake Camp, Sisters, Oregon
***Please note that this is a 2 night residential camp with special emphasis for sibling groups with one or more siblings who need extra behavior support. This session will have experienced sibling camp volunteers and increased staff to camper ratios to provide more supervision and support. This session will also be a self transport event.
Referrals for Kindred Matters Sibling Camp are Open and available on our website. Please review the information regarding each session prior and select the session that works best for the sibling group. Our selection committee may recommend a different session to best serve all siblings. If you have any questions or are unsure of which session to apply for please reach out to our Registration Coordinator, Stacey Nash at siblingcamp@kindredmatters.org or to Tia at tia@kindredmatters.org.
Applications should be submitted by the adult who knows the young person best.
May Portland Area KINnect event
Kindred Matters has an upcoming sibling KINnect event on Saturday, May 25th from 12 - 3 pm at Oaks Park.
7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202
This event is FREE for separated siblings and their families including park rides and lunch. 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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by May 15th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline. We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
Kindred Matters Family Camp Session 2
Applications for our 2024 Family Camp Sessions are open! Please follow the link to create an account with UltraCamp and complete the application. If you have any questions please contact info@kindredmatters.org
Family Camp is a four-day, three-night camp program hosted by Kindred Matters. Resource Families bring their entire family–biological, foster, adoptive or otherwise–for a long weekend of workshops, family fun and community building.
This year, we are offering 2 sessions of Family Camp!
Family Camp Session 1: March 22-25 at Suttle Lake Camp, Sisters, Oregon.
Family Camp Session 2: May 24-27 at Canby Grove Camp, Canby, Oregon.
While our first deadline has passed, we are still accepting applications. Please get them in ASAP!
Applications submitted by this deadline will be brought to our first selection committee meeting. After the deadline we will continue to keep the applications open and have subsequential selection committee meeting until we fill our available space for each Family Camp session. At that time, we will create our waitlist for each program. The application information is critical to the selection process and incredibly helpful for our team to best serve families. If our team has any follow-up questions, we will reach out to you directly.
We are using a new registration software this year. Please have the primary family contact create an account and then proceed to add each member of your family that will be attending camp to your account prior to filling out the application. After clicking the link, please click register, followed by new user to proceed. EACH member must be added to your account prior to completing the application form in order for us to have an accurate count for your family. We understand that family structures can change, if this is the case for your family please reach out to us as soon as possible so that we can make adjustments. There is no fee to apply for Family Camp, however there is a cost for attending. Please make sure that you "Check Out" at the end of the application to ensure that it has been submitted. You should receive an email confirming the submission of your application as well. If you have any questions, please reach out!
Please follow the link above to apply.
IF APPROVED, You will be contacted, and given further information to completing the registration process.
We would love to encourage you to share our Family Camp applications with other families in your community that may be interested in attending. If you have a young person who has a sibling living in a separate home we would also love to encourage you to invite them to apply. Family Camp is also a great space for sibling connection if our Sibling Camp is not the right fit.
May Salem KINnect event
Kindred Matters has an upcoming KINnect event in Salem on Saturday May 18th. If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of May please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
For this event, we are going to be collaborating with studio AWEsome, who is going to host a tie dye workshop! Reservations for this event are REQUIRED and are due no later than May 15th.
Where: Gentle Woods Park, 600 Olive Way E, Monmouth, OR 97361
When: Saturday, May 18th, 2024 at 12pm
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/dpSC8oW7KcFUdX8u5
For this event I am going to reserve lanes based on how many are in your group, so including an accurate approximation by the the reservation deadline is really appreciated! I will also purchase pizzas and drinks for your group to share.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
April Salem KINnect Event
We have an upcoming KINnect event in Salem on Saturday 4/20/24. If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of April please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Reservations for this event are REQUIRED and are due no later then April 16th.
Where: AMF Firebird Lanes (4303 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301)
When: Saturday, April 20th from 12pm-2pm
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/PiwgY6JXMo4eW8K19
For this event I am going to reserve lanes based on how many are in your group, so including an accurate approximation by the the reservation deadline is really appreciated! I will also purchase pizzas and drinks for your group to share.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
March KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling KINnect event on WEDNESDAY MARCH 27TH from 12:00 - 3:00 pm at the Oregon Zoo.
This event 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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by March 17th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline. We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
Family Camp Session 1
Applications for our 2024 Family Camp Sessions are open! Please follow the link to create an account with UltraCamp and complete the application. If you have any questions please contact info@kindredmatters.org
Family Camp is a four-day, three-night camp program hosted by Kindred Matters. Resource Families bring their entire family–biological, foster, adoptive or otherwise–for a long weekend of workshops, family fun and community building.
This year, we are offering 2 sessions of Family Camp!
Family Camp Session 1: March 22-25 at Suttle Lake Camp, Sisters, Oregon.
Family Camp Session 2: May 24-27 at Canby Grove Camp, Canby, Oregon.
While our first deadline has passed, we are still accepting applications. Please get them in ASAP!
Applications submitted by this deadline will be brought to our first selection committee meeting. After the deadline we will continue to keep the applications open and have subsequential selection committee meeting until we fill our available space for each Family Camp session. At that time, we will create our waitlist for each program. The application information is critical to the selection process and incredibly helpful for our team to best serve families. If our team has any follow-up questions, we will reach out to you directly.
We are using a new registration software this year. Please have the primary family contact create an account and then proceed to add each member of your family that will be attending camp to your account prior to filling out the application. After clicking the link, please click register, followed by new user to proceed. EACH member must be added to your account prior to completing the application form in order for us to have an accurate count for your family. We understand that family structures can change, if this is the case for your family please reach out to us as soon as possible so that we can make adjustments. There is no fee to apply for Family Camp, however there is a cost for attending. Please make sure that you "Check Out" at the end of the application to ensure that it has been submitted. You should receive an email confirming the submission of your application as well. If you have any questions, please reach out!
Please follow the link above to apply.
IF APPROVED, You will be contacted, and given further information to completing the registration process.
We would love to encourage you to share our Family Camp applications with other families in your community that may be interested in attending. If you have a young person who has a sibling living in a separate home we would also love to encourage you to invite them to apply. Family Camp is also a great space for sibling connection if our Sibling Camp is not the right fit.
February KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling kinnect event on Sunday, FEBRUARY 18TH from around 1:00 - 3:00 pm The event is at Kingpins entertainment in Se Portland.
3550 Se 92nd Ave
Portland, OR 97266
Bowling, 30 min of Arcade time, pizza and drinks will be provided.
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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by February 6th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
February KINnect Salem
You’re invited to the upcoming KINnect event in Salem on Saturday 2/17/24 If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of February please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Where: Get Air Trampoline Park (3910 Rickey St SE, Salem, OR 97317)
When: Saturday, February 17th from 11am-1pm
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/4SiPZtcL1Eb5tSiX9
For this event we do not have a reservation, so I will support with purchasing tickets and socks for each youth and you will be able to jump and enjoy! Due to not having a reservation, there will not be any food or drink provided at this event.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
January KINnect Eugene
We invite you to the upcoming KINnect event in Eugene on Saturday 1/27/24. If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of January, please reach out to tia@kindredmatters.org to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Where: Oregon Men's Basketball vs Arizona @ Mathew Knight Arena (1390 Villard St, Eugene, OR 97403)
When: Saturday, January 27th at 2:00 PM
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 contact tia@kindredmatters.org with the following information:
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Tickets are limited. Please RSVP by January 25th.
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
January KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling kinnect event on Sunday, January 14th from around 1:00 - 4:00 pm The event is at the LLOYD CENTER REGAL CINEMA
1510 NE Multnomah St
Portland, OR 97232
The movie and snacks are provided with a lunch time possibility as well.
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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by January 6th with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Movie titles tend to change on the website. Migration seems like a good fit for our group. We can discuss as it gets closer.
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
KINnect PDX
There is an upcoming sibling kinnect event on Saturday November 11th from 1:00-4:00 pm The event is at the Gresham Wunderland:
140 NW Burnside st, Portland, OR 97030
WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO CHOOSE OUR OWN ADVENTURE A LITTLE BIT. WE WILL START WITH SOME LASER TAG. THEY ALSO HAVE THE ARCADE AND A MOVIE THEATER.
THERE WILL BE FOOD AT KILLER BURGER A COUPLE BLOCKS AWAY.
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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP by November 1st with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly. Things come up, so please don't hesitate to contact me even if it is past the rsvp deadline.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Activities your group is interested in:
Arcade, movie, laser tag
Movie titles are on the website about a week in advance. We can discuss as it gets closer.
Please respond to Patrick Landis at kinnectpdx@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
We will do our best to take care of you so please don't hesitate to reach out.
Eugene KINnect
Friday, October 27th from 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM at Northern Lights Tree Farm located at 36777 WHEELER ROAD PLEASANT HILL, OR 97455. The farm is hosting fun night time "Maze of Mischief and Magic" for us to enjoy. This is an outdoor venue so please dress for the weather and potentially muddy conditions.
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.
The flyer for the activity is attached. We ask that you RSVP with an accurate headcount of your group including names and ages for this activity so that we can plan accordingly.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant
First & Last Name
Age/Birthday
Sibling(s) Name
Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Tia Nordstrand at tia@kindredmatters.org to RSVP groups for this activity!
Salem KINnect: Pumpkin Patch 10/7/23
KINnect event in Salem on Saturday 10/7 from 12pm - 2pm! If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of October please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule.
Where: Bauman's Farm and Garden (12989 Howell Prairie Rd NE, Gervais, OR 97026) 🎃
When: October 7th from 12pm - 2pm
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/MoT3Nfz7B9gngPew5
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.
Sing, Sip & Support
Kindred Matters cordially invites you to our post COVID re-boot event! All proceeds will be directed to Kindred Matters to continue providing quality services & programs for siblings separated in out of home care, and family providers throughout the state of Oregon.
Join us for a magical evening of beverages, cuisine, auction items, great entertainment, & a gorgeous sunset. Avidity is 30 minutes from downtown Portland, on the edge of Sherwood and Newberg.
Tickets must be purchased online at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sing-sip-support-kindred-matters-tickets-695046531887?aff=oddtdtcreator
95.00 per person. Ticket includes: 2 drinks, wine glass, cuisine, concert.
Sibling Camp 2023 Session 2
Session 2 of Sibling Camp will be taking place at Camp Magruder in Rockaway Beach.
Sibling Camp 2023 Session 1
Session 1 of Sibling Camp will take place at Suttle Lake. This camp session is geared toward sibling groups that may need more behavior support and supervision.
Salem KINnect
You are Invited to our KINnect event in Salem on Sunday June 11th at 1pm-3pm! If you are unable to attend due to the date of the event but are still interested in coordinating a sibling connection during the month of June please reach out to kinnectsalem@gmail.com to talk about an alternative solution that better fits your schedule. This will be the last event for the summer!
Where: AMF Firebird Lanes, 4303 Center St NE, Salem, OR 97301
When: Sunday, June 11th from 1pm - 3pm
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.
Please include the following in your RSVP for each participant:
- First & Last Name
- Age/Birthday
- Sibling(s) Name
- Adult(s) that will be staying & Phone Number
- Additional children attending & Ages
Please respond to Mollee Carter at kinnectsalem@gmail.com to RSVP groups for this activity!
Please Note: If this format does not work for your child and their sibling, please reach out! We are happy to be creative to support sibling visitation during this time.