Meet Z, part of the team building the staff for our 90th summer. When people think about summer camp, they picture all these good things: Cabins in the woods. Laughter across a field. A camper learning to swim for the first time. Whispers after lights out. What rarely comes to mind is February. In February (and January, and even December), Z Shekoni is already thinking about summer. As Outreach Coordinator, Z helps lead the hiring of nearly 200 seasonal staff each year. The

2026 marks an important milestone for Crossroads, 90 years of creating spaces for belonging, growth, and opportunities. Where It Began Founded in 1936 during the Great Depression, Crossroads began with a simple but powerful belief: that access to opportunity, connection, and time in nature could change the trajectory of a young person’s life. Arthur Taylor Burger, Executive Director of the Boys Clubs of Boston, and a group of Trustees envisioned “fresh air” camps where childr

Jadier “Jay” Sanchez first shared his story with our community at this year’s Crossroads C5 Golf Tournament . His words reminded us why opportunities, mentorship, and belonging matter—and why love continues to grow at Crossroads. Here is his story. Jay’s ten+ year journey through Crossroads and the C5 Leaders program shaped the leader he is today. Now a college student, he returns to Crossroads as a summer camp counselor and mentor. When Jay stepped off the bus at Camp Wing a

“Connection and conversation help young people see the real picture of a career—not just the version they imagine.” Bringing together professionals to engage with C5 Leaders at Career Networking Day 2025: Venus Trent Pinckney, STEMography, Letia Jones, Crossroads Director of C5 Leaders Program, Monet Smith, J'Monet Beauty (left to right) Career Networking Day gives C5 Leaders the tools, mentorship, and confidence to explore their future. For C5 Leaders Program Director Letia

Anthony Everett and his film crew visited Camp Wing over the summer to interview Crossroads President Ned Parsons and to see camp in full swing. We’re thrilled to share that our camp was featured on Chronicle , WCVB Channel 5’s award-winning show that highlights stories from across Boston! Anthony Everett and his film crew who visited Camp Wing while our summer session was in full swing, beautifully captured the heart of our mission and the vibrant community that makes camp

“I get to do for others what was once done for me.” — Praize Johnson, sharing her Crossroads journey. At this year’s Over the Moon Party, guests gathered at Camp Wing to celebrate the connections that make Crossroads so special. Between laughter, music, and s’mores by the fire, one story stood out — the inspiring journey of Praize Johnson, a Crossroads alum who has truly come full circle. The Best Mistake Ever Made   Praize first came to Crossroads when she was just nine year

Huge thanks to our Blue Crew volunteers who came to Camp Wing for a day of service. Team Crossroads was thrilled to welcome the “Blue...

The 13th Annual Crossroads C5 Golf Classic  was held on a beautiful September day at the Wianno Golf Club , bringing together supporters,...

A roaring campfire, a lively dance floor, and a mission that changes young lives — all will come together at Over the Moon Party, a fundraiser hosted by Crossroads. On Saturday, October 18, Crossroads invites you to the Over the Moon Party at the Camp Wing Pavilion in Duxbury. It’s not just a party — it’s a night where fun and purpose come together to create lasting opportunities for the next generation of young campers and future leaders. What to Expect Here’s what you can l

It’s been another fabulous summer of growth, friendship, and fun— and the theme for the last week of camp is traditionally “holidays!”...

On September 23, 2024, the beautiful Wianno Club in Osterville hosted the 12th Annual Crossroads C5 Golf Classic. This fundraising event...

As summer camp comes to a close, we look back on the joys and adventures that we had together. We asked a few campers about their...

It was a blazing hot Sunday morning in June as Crossroads staff welcomed campers to our departure point at Tech Boston Academy in...