A place to belong
Helping kids access Experience Camps, where friendship, joy, and understanding help healing begin.
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A FATHER'S LEGACY.
A CHILD'S FUTURE.
A CHILD'S FUTURE.
More than a memory.
A mission that moves us. Honoring Ryan by showing up for kids.
A mission that moves us. Honoring Ryan by showing up for kids.
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Why we exist
Every child deserves to feel supported.
Losing a parent changes a child's world. Together, we can help make sure it doesn't define their future.
Created in memory of Ryan Harth Steigerwald, the Ryan Harth Foundation provides scholarships, emotional support, and meaningful experiences for children navigating the loss of a parent.
From transformative weeks at Experience Camps to direct family assistance, we turn compassion into real opportunities for healing, belonging, and brighter days ahead.
Get to know our mission ↗The difference we make
Small acts of kindness.
Life-changing impact.
$10,000
Contributed to Experience Camps to support grief-centered camp experiences.
4 children
Camp opportunities funded through the foundation's 2026 gift.
Impact figures reflect the foundation's May 1, 2026 announcement. The donation helps fund four children's camp experiences, not a claim of completed attendance.
What we do
Hope looks different
for every child.
There isn't one path through grief. Our programs help children and families find the support that's right for them.
Support for families
Offering practical assistance, educational opportunities, and moments of stability during a difficult season.
See how we help ↗Community that cares
Working with schools, counselors, and community partners to connect children with the right help.
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A love that keeps giving. ♥
The heart behind our mission
For Ryan.
For kids.
For the future.
Ryan Harth Steigerwald was a devoted father, loyal friend, and someone who showed up when people needed him. Today, his family and friends carry that same spirit forward—helping children facing the unimaginable feel seen, valued, and never alone.
“Be kind. Be present. And when someone needs you — show up.”Read Ryan's Story
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Good people.
Great causes. Real impact.
The latest
Stories worth sharing.
OCTOBER 20, 2026 • Impact & Giving
Our 2026 Gift to Experience Camps Is Complete — and We’re Doing It Again in 2027
The second $5,000 installment brings our 2026 commitment to Experience Camps to $10,000, and the board has pledged another $10,000 for 2027.
Read more ↗SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 • Events
Big Ryan Classic Raises Over $28,000 — Beating Our $25,000 Goal
Golfers, sponsors, and dinner guests came together at Bird Creek Golf Club to honor Ryan and blow past our fundraising goal. Next…
Read more ↗JUNE 27, 2026 • Community
Looking Ahead: Growing Ryan’s Legacy in 2026 and Beyond
From new events to school partnerships and deeper collaboration with Experience Camps, here’s what the foundation is building toward next.
Read more ↗One community. A lot of heart.