A 92-Acre Resiliency Retreat Center 

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.

Nonprofit Employees

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. 

Youth Programs

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!

8
October
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Inspirational Gathering With Alex Sheen in Athens, OH

Join 5-Time TEDxTalk Speaker at this small gathering!  Alex Sheen, Founder & CEO of because I said I would and a five-time TEDx Talk speaker, is hosting a gathering with a limited number of guests (no more than 20 attendees). This is a unique opportunity to have an inspirational conversation about resiliency skills, leadership best practices and mental health habits ... Read More ...

10
October
3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cindy's Friendly Tavern
125 Karl Brown Way, Loveland, OH 45140

Benefit Bash for because I said I would

Join us for the Benefit Bash supporting because I said I would on Saturday, October 10 from 3:00–8:00 PM at Cindy's Friendly Tavern in Loveland, OH! Enjoy live music from Wentzel, delicious BBQ, raffles, split the pot, and a silent auction—all supporting a great cause. Free to attend, RSVPs encouraged! ...

14
October
11:30 am - 2:45 pm

Huron, OH: Volunteer or Attend Speech with Founder of because I said I would Last Few Tickets

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 Huron, OH on 10.14.26. Alex is a five-time TEDxTalk speaker, author, and internationally-recognized nonprofit leader. He will be giving an inspirational speech at this private event and ... Read More ...

16 - 18
October
3:00 pm - 11:00 am
Grand Hall Event Venue
3483 McCament Road Walhonding Ohio 43843

October 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, October 16th, 2026, at 3:00 pm – Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 11:00 am. 💲 Cost:  All food (prepared by a private chef), lodging, and activities at a reduced cost of $700, thanks to the generosity of our donors.  A $100 refundable ... Read More ...

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