No family should face pediatric chronic illness alone.We’re here to bring connection, joy, and hope — together.
What we do?
For families living with chronic illness, everyday life can feel overwhelming and isolating. It Takes Guts creates opportunities to breathe, to laugh, to rest, and to feel understood.
A welcoming community of families who “get it”
Support and connection beyond hospital walls
Programs that are always free to the families we serve
Experiences designed for the entire family, parents, siblings, and kids
We provide:
Our Signature Program:
Warrior family camp is a fully accessible retreat designed exclusively for families navigating chronic illness.
Here, families rediscover what it feels like to simply play, connect, and make memories — together.
More Ways We Support Families
We know support is needed all year long — not only at camp. That’s why we also offer:
Family Gatherings & Community Events: Fun, inclusive outings to help families build friendships and feel less alone
Financial Assistance & Special Projects: Including the It Takes Guts to Dream Fund to help meet unique family needs
Why It Matters
Chronic illness affects every family member physically, emotionally, and financially. Parents carry fear. Children miss out. Siblings feel forgotten. Joy gets put on hold.
We help families take that joy back.
Our Promise
We meet families exactly where they are — with compassion, community, and zero cost to participate.
Join Us
Help bring hope, laughter, and life-changing support to families who deserve to feel included and empowered.
Be or support a part of the community that believes in “whatever it takes.”