COCA Camp Spirit Award
COCA is proud to partner with Northwestern Mutual to recognize the amazing individuals within our member camps who provide Excellence in Camping!  The COCA Camp Spirit Awards will be presented to ONE individual from each COCA Region (8 regions) who exemplifies the values of COCA by providing a meaningful camping and program experience for children who are affected by childhood cancer. Each winner will receive recognition at the Annual COCA Conference and the winner's Camp will receive a $1,500.00 Award!  Submit Your Nominee Today! The Camp Spirit Award is based on the following criteria:
  • Position at Camp
  • Years of Service to the Camp
  • Camp Involvement
  • Camp Spirit
Well prepared and detailed submissions help to paint a clear picture of the nominee to the selection committee.  Nominee does not have to be present at annual conference. Questions about the submission process, as well as supporting documents should be emailed to info@cocai.org. Submissions must be received no later than 5 PM Eastern time on October 5, 2025.

Nominee Details

Name
Winners name will be engraved on an award, please ensure accurate spelling.

Camp Involvement

Has Your Nominee Been Involved in Fundraising For Their Camp?
Has Your Nominee Been Involved in Staff Recruitment and/or Training?
Has Your Nominee Been Involved in Program Development?
Has Your Nominee Served on the Camp Board or Committees?
Has Your Nominee Been Involved in Pre-camp Preparations and/or Planning?
Does Your Nominee Hold a Leadership Position at Camp?

Camp Spirit

Does Your Nominee Exemplify Outstanding Leadership at Camp & Throughout the Year
Does Your Nominee Have a Positive Working Relationships with Camp Staff and/or Volunteers
Is Your Nominee a Positive Role Model for Campers?
Does Your Nominee Have the Attitude, Spirit and Effort to Inspire Others to be Their Best?
Does Your Nominee Exemplify the Mission of Your Camp?
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