The Laurel Foundation is a registered, non-profit organization founded in 1992 by Margot Andrew-Anderson. Committed to improving the lives of children living with HIV and AIDS, transgender youth and other at-risk youth populations. We believe that every child has the right to experience the wonder of childhood. Through our programs we strive to contribute to the development of each child’s self esteem, self awareness and self fulfillment.

The Laurel Foundation, accredited by the American Camp Association, uses trained leadership and the resources of the natural surrounding to contribute to each camper’s mental, social and spiritual growth. The first camp of our kind in Southern California, Camp Laurel is free to all children across the country ages 6-17.

The Laurel Foundation is named for the laurel leaf in Greek mythology. Apollo, the god of prophecy, poetry, and healing, covered his temple in Delphi with the laurel leaf, believing that the healing properties of the leaf would cure all those who entered his temple.

The Laurel Foundation

The Laurel Foundation's headquarters in Pasadena, CA, United States

Margot Andrew-Anderson

Lorenzo Diaz

Shindale Seale

Lisa Stangl

Heidi Tripp

Sam S. Leslie

Natalie Sofer

Jordan Held

Mark Moralez

Luis Gonzalez

Mischa Haramia

The Board Members of The Laurel Foundation provide strategic governance, financial oversight, and support for fundraising efforts. They ensure the organization stays aligned with its mission to improve the lives of children living with HIV/AIDS, transgender youth, and other at-risk populations. The Board also assists in program development, community outreach, and maintaining the foundation's accreditation standards.

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The Camp and Program Directors at The Laurel Foundation are responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of camp programs designed to support and uplift children living with HIV/AIDS, transgender youth, and other at-risk youth populations. This includes creating impactful activities, ensuring the safety and well-being of campers, and fostering an environment that promotes mental, social, and spiritual growth. They work in conjunction with head counselors and medical directors to deliver comprehensive, enriching experiences that build self-esteem and self-awareness in each child.

The Laurel Foundation

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The Laurel Foundation

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