Cruise with Campagna and help disadvantaged youth

I would like to share another opportunity that Campagna Academy is offering to our colleagues and new friends. We are hosting an exciting event – Campagna Academy's Third Annual Cruise for Charity to benefit disadvantaged youth in our community.

Campagna Academy offers new addictions treatment program

Campagna Academy is most pleased to announce the opening of our addictions treatment program, called Foundations, offered to all residents of Campagna Academy.

Lake County leaders give governor high marks for Bonaventura selection

CROWN POINT | Leaders of Lake County's law enforcement and legal communities cheered Lake Juvenile Court Judge Mary Beth Bonaventura's appointment to oversee the investigation of child abuse and neglect.

Make a difference as a volunteer at Campagna Academy

With the new year comes renewed energy and a new opportunity to do and make good. What does 2013 mean for you?

Partnerships offer Campagna youth more tools to succeed

For reasons both economically-driven and mission-oriented, collaborations seem to be a particularly "hot topic" lately for nonprofits. So I'd like to share the ongoing success that we, at Campagna Academy, have experienced in creating Ripples of Hope by pursuing collaborations with other non…

Learning the Ropes: New Challenge Course at Campagna in Schererville builds trust and skills

For more than a year, Elena Dwyre, CEO for Campagna Academy in Schererville, has been pushing for what she deems "the ultimate test of teamwork and trust."

Support Campagna youth at pet adoption, auction event

When referring to creating ‘Ripples of Hope’ within society or in our communities, we have to address the power of youth - the role they play in creating and driving change is so powerful.

Charter School of the Dunes breaks ground

The Charter School of the Dunes in Gary is constructing a $13 million building in Gary's Miller neighborhood.

New beginnings help Campagna Academy reach its goals

At Campagna Academy, we’ve always been about new beginnings for at-risk youth and their families. As the economy and societal challenges make our jobs even more complex, I’d like to share some of the innovations in delivering care we'll highlight in our annual report.

Campagna Academy moving ahead to restore hope and build dreams

Campagna Academy continues to expand programs after 65 years. Although Campagna's public charter school closed its doors this month, we are pleased to announce the beginning of something wonderful for Campagna Academy as all our energies and resources will be re-focused upon our core mission…

Collaborations help nonprofits do a better job of serving

In previous columns I have written about the need to work together to create "Ripples of Hope" and make an impact in our communities.

Quality foster care ensures a bright future for youths in need

National Foster Care Month marks a time to acknowledge youth, family, foster parents, volunteers, professionals and policymakers who help children find permanent homes and connections.

Campagna offers children family-based treatment for mental illness

The ripple effect is rooted in the belief that we are all connected by our shared humanity and possess the ability to impact life, regardless of our differences. As a licensed therapist, I find the continuing stigma associated with mental illness surprising, especially where it concerns children.

Campagna Academy offers youth ripples of hope

Time seems to have flown in my two years here, first as chief operating officer of Campagna Academy and now as the chief executive officer.

Thankful for life's second chances: Campagna Academy's history of helping others leaves many grateful

Since its dedication in 1947 as Hoosier Boys' Town, Campagna Academy in Schererville has been helping youths escape neglect and abuse and return to safe, more stable homes.