A)       Advocate for legislation that is friendly towards different forms of hosting and camps
B)       Pray for and seek out other methods of orphan care and awareness. There are many opportunities through partners like Christian Alliance for Orphans of Northern Colorado.
C)       Support a local family that has adopted a child in any way that you can.
D)       Stay tuned as UOO seeks out effective ways to impact orphans.
E)       Come to the Community Dinner August 9th and learn more.
F)       Keep updated as to  what’s happening via our website and Facebook.  .
 

1. Why can’t we just put the kids into homes?
   Having children in your own home still triggers licensing according to the State of Colorado regulations.
2. Hosting programs exist every year, why is this different?
   Hosting programs are viewed as “illegal” in Colorado.  Without proper legislation to govern such activities, Colorado Department of Human Services has interpreted hosting to fall under foster parent guidelines, which would require a special license from CDHS and through a Child Placement Agency (CPA)
3. If we bring the Stoesz home up to commercial standards, is there still a chance of having a camp?
   No.  Although the fire code was the biggest area of concern, it was not the only obstacle that we had no solution for.  We also have documentation issues with guardianship and foreign doctor approvals that no solution was identified.
4. Was this cancellation a surprise?
   Yes, Though we knew of the difficulties in meeting the many regulations, the core issue of having to be a commercial facility was deemed not necessary by the many preliminary approvals such as the Weld County Planning, Zoning, Health & Environmental Depts, and Fire Marshall.  The State specifically stated that meeting these requirements first would pave the way for CDHS approval.  Who knows….. perhaps they were surprised that we passed all of the other “gates.”  CDHS originally explained that they depended on the other expertise opinions surrounding commercial code, but in the end CDHS decided to overrule all others.
5. Was this a costly setback?
   Fortunately we had not purchased the airline tickets yet.  We did have some expense incurred in preparing ourselves and an even bigger expense in preparing the children for their visas.  Of course we had spent countless hours, but the biggest expense is in the missed opportunities to make a difference in the lives of these ten orphaned children.  Adding another disappointment to each child is the hardest setback to deal with.
6. What would it cost to bring the Stoesz house up to commercial code?
   This is cost prohibitive.  We are not entertaining this option because it would not be a wise use of money or other resources.
7. Can the camp facility be somewhere else?
   Undoubtedly this would be a great solution in coming years.  It takes many months of preliminary approvals based on any location. (at least 4-6 months) Therefore, we would not have enough time to qualify a new location.
8. What will happen to the Orphaned children who were planning on coming?
   We hope to find another camp located in Ukraine that they can participate in.  We do not know this availability yet. We are looking for a way to do something special for this orphanage. We have already made contact with our Ukraine partners working on this.
9. Can a local church just step in and host the camp?
   Not likely.  There is still the need for a written exemption from CDHS.  With the stern message sent to UOO regarding “no waiver eligibility” we suspect shifting the program to just being under a new name will bring a great deal of scrutiny to the camp and UOO.
10. How can I help as a concerned volunteer and supporter of past UOO camps?
11. Has UOO ever thought of doing mission trips to Ukraine?
    Yes, UOO has utilized many people who were traveling to Ukraine for delivering goods and maintaining connections with our existing relationships.  A trip to help at Mel’s and Ruth’s transitional homes in Berdyansk Ukraine is planned for 2012.
12. Has God maintained a presence in what appears to be an attack?
    YES, we have been overwhelmed by the responses, care, concern and encouragement that have literally flogged our e-mail, phone and Facebook accounts.  If this camp closure stirs you inside, we urge you to maintain this passion and become resolute in making a difference in an orphan’s life! Imagine the disappointment felt by these ten orphans….. a hundred orphans……100,000 just in Ukraine!
13. Will good come out of this?
    Absolutely! We are confident that the UOO community is a united group of concerned supporters.  Strength is not tested until pressure is applied.  This week we have seen pressure, and we have seen strength!  We look forward to the new direction that will arise out of this!

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28 NIV

Ukraine Orphan Outreach (UOO) is excited to be bringing 10 orphans this summer.  We are looking forward to the exciting ways that our volunteers can become connected and involved. 
Tentative camp dates are July 26 – August 16th  (subject to change)
We have many levels of involvement, from supplying snacks, buying clothing, chaperoning an event, sponsoring an event, provide supplies, meals and much more. 
We are also looking to fill some roles to help organize different areas of camp.  We are looking for coordinators who will be responsible for planning and execution of specific areas.  The coordinators are asked to enlist other volunteers and not feel like they have to go it alone.  Below is our list of where we need help.  If you have interest in being the coordinator or to help in a certain area, please let us know so we can get you plugged in.  If you want more information as to the scope of the below list, email Kris at [email protected]   Remember that just because there is a name by the list below doesn’t mean we have it “covered”, every lead coordinator needs your help, so pick something you think you might enjoy doing!
  
1. Facilities – Stoesz family
2. Food coordinator – Kari Volf
3. Dental/Doctor Coordinator – Juli Gaub
4. Clothing Coordinator – Heather Stokes
5. Driving Cooridator – TBD
6. Back Pack Coordinator – Kayla Bruskas (Texas Girl Scout)
7. Medical – Amanda Stoesz + support
8. Community Talent Show – Grace Place Senior high group
9. Arts & Crafts/scrape booking supplies TBD
10. Media coverage – TBD
11. B logging/writer- dailey writing on camp activities – TBD
12. Photography/Video – Kris Stoesz
13. Marketing materials – Kelly Schwalbert
14. Run a day –  be in charge of activities for a day.  (a UOO board member will be there to help)
15. Website and Constant Contact Coordinator  – Brenda Laughlin  
 
As for specific needs that we have, below is a list and if you would like to donate or help, please email or call us.
  
Financial sponsorships needed for:
UOO camp t-shirts for kids and chaperons
Meals  -breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, smores.  (cook or donate $ for a meal)
Zoo for 12
Movie for 12
Camping trip to mountains – $300 for food
Country Buffet for 12
Recreation Center for 12
Butterfly Pavillion for 12
$25.00 Walmart Gift Cards
Fort Fun/Boondocks for 12
Sponsor a child’s camp wardrobe
$ for gas in the van
$ for First Aid Kits/fire extinguisher
$ to get pictures developed at the end of camp (for their albums)
  
Other items we need donated:
suitecases, craft supplies, 12 scrapbooks, scrapbook supplies, toiletries, suntan lotion, bug spray, paper dinnerware,  clothing/shoes/light jackets, soccer equipment.
  
We look forward to seeing you all at the next meeting to get plugged in.  Another important date that you will need to mark on your calendar is below.  The training is going to be required by the State of Colorado and is very important that you attend one of the two listed below.
  
Camp 2011 Training dates
July 9th and 10th
Time: 6:30 – 8:00
Stoesz Camp  ~ 18519 WCR 5~ Berthoud, CO.  80513 ~ (970) 535-4399
 
  
Thank you all for your help to make UOO Camp 2011 the best yet!  Keep updated through the UOO Facebook page or our website.
Meet the 2011 Children – UOO_Camp_2011_Meet_the_Children
View the 2011 Calendar – UOO calendar 6.24.11

​TimeSunday, June 26 · 4:00pm – 6:00pm

LocationStoesz Camp
18519 WCR 5
Berthoud, CO

More InfoDo you want to change the life of an orphan? Come to the UOO camp planning meeting to find out how! We need help with activities, food, clothing, driving and so much more! Please bring your lawn chair or a blanket!

We are in the planning process for Camp 2011. Tentative dates are July 26 – August 16th. Our goal is to advocate for the older orphans of Ukraine and be able to give them an opportunity to experience life outside of the orphanage. We are looking for volunteers to help with camp, from donations of clothing, snacks, field trips, crafts or just spending time with the children. We promise that your life will be forever changed when you get involved helping the least of these.