92-Acre Retreat Center & Worldwide Headquarters of because I said I would.
Located 45 miles east of Columbus, Ohio, our programs focus on resiliency skills and mental health habits. We support youth, families and community impact professionals. Camp because I said I would is funded by fees generated from corporate retreats and events, as well as the generous contributions of our donors.
Retreats for Grieving Families
Grieving families stay at camp at no cost because of the generosity of our donors. From simple vacation stay to a deeper Resiliency Retreat Program, we are working to help families find hope and build strength.
Resiliency Skills Programming
Teachers, nonprofit employees, corrections offers and other community impact professionals are exhausted. They help keep society glued together, but the job is tough. Our Resiliency Retreats help them strengthen their stress management skills.
Programs for 12-17 Year-Olds
Before the age of 18, approximately one out of every nine girls will encounter sexual abuse or assault. Those who have been subjected to sexual abuse or assault are four times more likely to display indications of substance abuse.Upcoming Events!
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August
8:45 am - 12:30 pm
Brazoria, TX
Private Event Brazoria, TX- August 8, 2025 Volunteer or Attend Speech with Founder of because I said I would Sale has ended
FREE EVENT: Want to hear an inspirational message and support grieving families in need? We’re excited to announce that Alex Sheen, the founder of because I said I would, will be speaking in Brazoria, TX on August 8, 2025. Alex is a five-time TEDxTalk speaker, author, and internationally-recognized nonprofit leader. He will be giving an inspirational speech at this private event ... Read More ...
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August
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Camp Because I Said I Would
3483 McCament Rd, Walhonding, OH 43843🌿 Volunteer Day – Saturday August 9th, 2025
“The smallest act of service is greater than the grandest intention.” – Oscar Wilde At Camp because I said I would, we believe in showing up — even when it’s hard work, even when the weather’s not perfect, and especially when the job list is long. Saturday, August 9th, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM, we’re inviting volunteers to ... Read More ...
11
August
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Manor Lodge at Camp because I said I would.
3483 McCament Rd, Walhonding, OH 43843Mental Health First Aid Certification: Practical Skills in Mental Health
Click here to RSVP RSVP Required:💵 No cost to attend, but please review our cancellation policy below. 🌟 Make a Life-Changing Impact — Become Mental Health First Aid Certified Join us for a nationally recognized Mental Health First Aid Certification presented by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. This one-day, in-person training will teach you how to recognize the signs ... Read More ...
12 - 13
August
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Camp Because I Said I Would
3483 McCament Rd, Walhonding, OH 43843Protected: USI Gives Back 💙 A Day of Service and Impact
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15 - 17
August
3:00 pm - 11:00 am
Manor Lodge at Camp because I said I would.
3483 McCament Rd, Walhonding, OH 43843August Adult Bereavement Retreat: Navigating Grief through Resiliency Skills and Mental Health Habits
Retreat Details 📍 Location: Manor Lodge at Camp because I said I would, Walhonding, OH 📅 Dates: Friday, August 15, 2025, at 3:00 pm – Sunday, August 17, 2025, at 11:00 am. 💲 Cost: All food (prepared by a private chef), lodging, and activities are at no cost, thanks to the generosity of our donors. Families interested in covering their ... Read More ...
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August
12:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Opelika, AL
Private Event Opelika, AL- August 20, 2025 Volunteer or Attend Speech with Founder of because I said I would
FREE EVENT: Want to hear an inspirational message and support grieving families in need? We’re excited to announce that Alex Sheen, the founder of because I said I would, will be speaking in Opelika, AL on August 20, 2025. Alex is a five-time TEDxTalk speaker, author, and internationally-recognized nonprofit leader. He will be giving an inspirational speech at this private event ... Read More ...
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