CAMELOT FOR CHILDREN

As a parent of a child in the Camelot for Children community, I can’t speak highly enough about the impact this incredible organization has had on our family. From the moment we joined, we felt a deep sense of belonging and support that is truly rare. The staff and volunteers are compassionate, dedicated, and go above and beyond to create a welcoming, fun, and inclusive environment for every child.

Our child has flourished here—engaging in activities, making friends, and finding joy in a community that genuinely understands and cares. The events are always thoughtfully planned, ensuring every child feels involved and empowered. Camelot for Children is more than just a program; it’s a lifeline for families like ours, providing both practical and emotional support. We are endlessly grateful for this community and the light it has brought into our lives!

We were looking for activities for our special needs daughter to participate in. When she was of age, we became part of the Camelot family. Emily and Lisa are amazing ladies who go above and beyond to put together activities/events for the children/youth. During COVID, they kept the activities going through zoom which kept the youth involved and still seeing their friends. There were drive by events that took place, such as a prom, where music was played by a car at the end of the drive way. Some of the amazing events are day camp ( last 2 weeks in June-July), fishing trip, prom night, trunk or treat, family holiday party- just to name a few. The volunteers (buddies) work very well with the children/youth and become close friends. This is a place where your child can come and be themselves and feel safe. Very proud to be part of the Camelot family.
Marci

Volunteering at Camelot has been one of the best decisions I have ever made. I started when I was 11 with my older brother. I’m not going to lie, my first day I was extremely nervous, but the second I walked through the doors and into the big room all of those nerves disappeared and I was welcomed with open arms. Five years later, Camelot still brings a smile to my face and warms my heart! Camelot has taught me a lot of valuable lessons and helped shape me into the person I am today.

Our 12 year old daughter Emilee with Down Syndrome and ASD attended Summer Camp there this year for the first time. It was a great experience for her and us. We only wish we would have found out about them sooner. All of the staff, volunteers and kids there were very welcoming. It is a great opportunity for our daughter to socialize with other kids who have similar challenges and make new friends and they provide so many activities from field trips to all of the groups and individuals who volunteer their time to come in and entertain the kids. She can't wait to go back. I would like to thank all of the staff, board members, volunteers and donors for everything you do to keep this place going. It is a wonderful organization with a great facility to provide experiences for these kids that will last a lifetime.

I've been volunteering at Camelot for Children both as a buddy and Junior Board member for the past 4 years and it has truly been an eye-opening experience. Forging special connections with the campers and creating lasting memories through the years is something I greatly cherish about Camelot and has made me enthusiastic about working with kids in the future. In addition, participating on the Junior Board to schedule upcoming events during the school year has strengthened my communication and leadership skills. I love volunteering at Camelot and would definitely suggest it to anyone!

Camelot has made our grandson feel accepted and welcome. He is always happy to go and participate. A wonderful and warm setting.

My sister has gained so much from being a kid a Camelot for Children that it inspired me & my fiancé to volunteer this summer. I also inspired nearly 30 of my co-workers to come to volunteer at summer camp. They thoroughly enjoyed the kids! On the last day of camp, there were tears of sadness because camp was over & joy because everyone felt so connected. Friends for life! Come volunteer at Camelot - it's awesome!

My experience at Camelot for Children has helped me understand the complexities of raising a child with medical and developmental difficulties. I highly recommend volunteering your time and talents at Camelot to make a real difference in the lives of these children.

The activities provided for the children provide friendship, teaching, fun,fun and more fun!! The smiles on each of the children’s faces proves it! Camelot for Children is an amazing organization and I am proud to be part of the magic!!!

Camelot for Children plays an important role in fostering a safe, positive experience for children who are chronically and terminally ill and their families. For over 30 years, Camelot has provided care to thousands of children suffering from pediatric cancer, cystic fibrosis, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome and other developmental disorders. The staff and counselors do a wonderful job working with the children and the smiles and laughter that is generated will often bring a tear of a happiness to your eyes.

Camelot for Children is a wonderful organization that shares the magic of childhood with children who have disabilities and chronic or terminal illnesses. As a board member and volunteer it is wonderful to see how much the children enjoy the supportive environment and the social interactions between the children is strong which they enjoy so much. Camelot for Children is certainly a great non-profit!

Truly a great organization providing much needed support for a wonderful community

Camelot is truly a magical place! Seeing the smiles on our kids faces and watching them interact at programs is worth every dollar you can donate!

Great organization that does a wonderful job with their mission.

This nonprofit really takes the time for the kids. The staff are very knowledgeable and put the kids first. As a board member, I see how much of a difference Camelot makes within the community.

Camelot has provided a first class environment for our daughter to make new friends and to participate in a variety of activities independent of her family. For 8 years she had been a Camelot kid, now she is a volunteer in training. The volunteer program is teaching these young adults responsibility and dependability. We hope to be part of the Camelot family for years to come.

Camelot has been a great place for my daughter! She's developed social & communication skills plus a great number of friends in the community!

Our daughter has participated in Camelot activities for nearly 10 years, and has loved every moment! Great variety of activities and fun - both on-site and off-site. Summer camp, the annual prom, Christmas party, Halloween dance party, and just hanging out with friends have created great memories. Camelot provides confidence that your child is in a safe place, able to have fun without mom or dad having to carefully supervise - parents are welcome to stay onsite or do drop off to provide some independence for your child (I think that's what was initially so appealing to my daughter!). But the backbone of the experience is the amazing volunteers - they are energetic, supportive and have a true desire to form the relationships that keep the participants coming back for more. Thank you for all you do to continue to make Camelot a haven for children and families, and the drive to keep making it better and better!

Great place for my family to volunteer and give back to our community!

Camelot for Children is such a fantastic organization. I have felt so welcomed and my eyes have been opened to how to further help support everyone in our community!

I have been volunteering for 6 years and I have loved every minute! Such a great experience for the campers and volunteers.

Camelot for Children is an amazing nonprofit that is accepting of everybody and allows everyone to experience the magic of childhood!

Camelot continues to be inventive and creative with their annual summer camp program, especially during such a challenging time with the pandemic. Virtual camp this year was such a huge success, and I am so blessed to volunteer with such an admirable and caring organization!

The difference this organization makes for our children is second to none!

I have volunteered here for three years now. I absolutely love the sense of community and belonging that this non-profit provides.

My child has been a Camelot kid for 5 yrs. he’s my grandson who I’ve been raising since birth. He loves the teen dances and the Sunday events they have. He has made friends and has learned a lot about socializing and interacting with others. The staff and volunteers are wonderful. Whenever you have a question or concern their always right there to help out.
The summer program is fabulous. They have so much for the kids to do. My child is 15 and there’s no other programs during the summer which he could attend because of his age. I work 8 hrs a day and he’s unable to stay alone that long so having a place like Camelot is so special. We live week to week on my pay and having people support Camelot with scholarships and grants takes such a weight off my shoulders. Thank you for your generosity.

Sharing time as kids - just kids - not seeing limitations or differences - is transformational to the spirit and humanity of the experience not only for the children Camelot for Children serves, but for the "buddies" who share the experience. Teaching the youth of today that our differences and limitations are what make us all unique and beautiful is done through sharing of time and activities and partnering. As a Mom of two buddies, my heart is overwhelmed with happiness to hear and see the joy given and received to my kids each time they are Camelot. The experiences they share have positively influenced and taught them more about life and humanity than I ever could dream! Thank you Camelot!

Being a Camelot volunteer is the best part of the summer!! I met so many new friends and built amazing relationships with the Camelot campers. The staff at Camelot care about there volunteers just as much as they car for their campers. This is An amazing place to volunteer, it’s truly magical! Believe in the magic!!

When I needed community service hours for church back in the seventh grade my mom saw an ad in the newspaper for a summer camp for children with special needs. I had originally signed myself up for a week of volunteering but I quickly fell in love with the children and activities we did with them. I’m writing this now as a senior in high school and the president of the Camelot for Children Junior Board. Not only did volunteering here provide me with amazing experiences and stories but it also helped me choose my career path. I plan to major in special education next year in college and I owe it all to this amazing nonprofit.

Camelot has created an amazing environment for children with special needs. Volunteering here has not only helped me grow as an individual, but has also helped foster my passion for helping others. Words can’t express how grateful I am to be a part of the Camelot community. They truly help every child experience the “magic of childhood”.

I was new to Camelot last year and they are a great place to volunteer at because they care a lot about their kids they care for. The summer camp is awesome because your get to play games and learn about your buddy everyday. Other then the summer camp they also have small party’s that the kids from the summer camp can attend. All in all it is such a great place.

My daughter has been volunteering at the Camelot House for almost 3 years and she absolutely loves it! She looks forward to fun events, has made so many new friends and just loves helping others. She has already told me she can’t wait for camp again next summer! Seeing my daughter gain confidence, participate on the junior board and bring smiles to kids faces warms my heart! We just love everyone there and appreciate all the hard work and dedication involved! Thank you for enriching all our lives it’s a special place!

Camelot is a wonderful resource for any child with a chronic condition. It gives them a chance to socialize amongst their peers. It is equally important for children without special needs who volunteer. It shows them not to take daily tasks for granted. I love the fact that my teenage son volunteers there. I think he gets as much out of it as the Camelot kids.

Words seriously cannot describe how phenomenal this organization is. Everyone is truly a family it’s unparalleled. I have been volunteering there for five years and I wouldn’t have it any other way. The opportunities that are offered are immeasurable for both the kids and volunteers. From visiting zoos to having sports teams volunteer their time for us, there is something for everyone which hits close to home for many people. Today, there is so much discrimination and lack of inclusion for others but Camelot goes against this and has a place for everyone to feel loved and accepted

Camelot for children is a unique and marvelous place,

It exists to provide children with disabilities with an environment to be themeselves and also grow. The Camelot team and board has one basic goal which is to provide an ideal environment for kids with challenges allowing them to make connections, excel, and develop life skills. Camelot is staffed by many incredible local teens, from various high schools, who serve as buddies. In this role they pair up with the kids to work with them, share in activities, but also to become their friends. These students also have the opportunity to serve on the Camelot Junior board and determine the future direction of the organization which is quite unique and allows the activities and Camelot curriculum to be dynamic and always improving.

My daughter Caroline has been a Camelot Kid for nearly 8 years and it is, without question, her favorite place in the world. She attends nearly all scheduled activities and also has been a regular participant in the Camelot Camp which spans 6 weeks during the Summer. The camp includes activities at Camelot but also trips to throughout the Lehigh Valley to other organizations committed to enriching the lives of the children. As Caroline has become older she has been able to play more of a counselor-type role for some of the younger campers. She has made too many friends to mention at Camelot. The organization has provided her with hours of enjoyment and and also a true sense of self-worth. As a parent I am grateful that Camelot has been part of our community.

Please consider donating to Camelot for Children. This is truly and incredible organization deserving of your support!

What a place. Everyone is treated like family and no Camelot Child is ever left behind. It is truly a privilege to be part of an organization like this. We try to volunteer every chance we get to show our support.

Thank you to the staff of Camelot for Children.

I have been volunteering at Camelot for Children for over 5 years now and it has changed my life for the better, Camelot has given me so many great experiences and I have learned so much from it. I have watched many kids thrive through this organization, and to these kids it's like a second home. The other volunteers and staff are amazing too, they will make you feel welcome. Spectacular place!!!!

I filled in as part of the summer camp medical staff at Camelot. The folks who run Camelot do an amazing job. Observing these kids try things they have never tried before (and succeeding!) in a safe and welcoming environment was a one-of-a-kind experience. Camelot is not just for medically fragile children, but is a community for their families as well!

We cannot say enough good and positive things about the Camelot organization. This magical place has a staff and group of volunteers that truly understand each child's abilities and provides a safe, fun and caring environment for all the children.
Our son has been part of the Camelot family for a few years and truly enjoys all the year round activities. He has met new friends and also became friends with the high school age volunteers who have embraced all of the children!
Thank you Camelot from our entire family, keep up the great work. You do make a difference!

I have had the pleasure to learn more about Camelot for Children in the past 2 years and I'm so glad that I've had the opportunity to do so. I was given the chance to see firsthand the children served by Camelot when I attended the closing ceremonies of their annual summer camp. To see the pure joy and excitement on the faces of the campers, volunteers and staff is something I will never forget. The children served by Camelot have the opportunity to grow and take part in so many activities, some of which they might not otherwise be able to. The volunteers and staff are ready and willing to help these children and you can see that they also benefit from the experience. It is my sincere hope that more people can learn about the wonderful work being done by Camelot for Children and that more children and their families can benefit from their services.

I started volunteering at Camelot two summers ago and fell in love with the atmosphere of the camp. It's some of the best service work I have done in my entire life. Participating in the organization was gratifying in so many ways; it's absolutely amazing to watch campers and volunteers alike have fun in a safe, organized environment. I would give Camelot 6 stars if I could!! Cannot wait to go back next year.

Camelot will change your life! From a child, to their parents, to their siblings, to the volunteers, to the staff, to the community.....Camelot is a very special place unlike any opportunity I have ever seen. A safe place where fun is the focus. Our community is blessed to have Camelot!

I have voulenteered at Camelot for the past two years, and it has truely been an amazing experience. The Camelot community is like a second family because they are so inclusive to all people and really care for everyone. This is where great friendships and memories are made!

camelot is an amazing opportunity for both the children and volunteers. it is truly inspiring and as a volunteer, it is something i am forever grateful for. emily and andrea are amazing role models and humbling people. i look forward to future events at camelot!!

Camelot is an unbelievable place for the kids with mental challenging deficiencies, physically impaired, terminal sickness,and other handicaps. The kids do not feel out of place here because there are other kids there with sicknesses like theirs, so all of the kids are the same in their eyes. They have tremendous volunteers, super high school kids from all over the Leigh Valley, fantastic parents and employers come in to volunteer also.
I was president of a local classic car club (Classy Cruisers Club Of Bethlehem Pa) and we worked with Camelot. For years we gave an extensive amount of money donations from holding a car show once a year and cruises twice a month. This helped them with the money needed for equipment. In the backyard we installed a plastic and resin playground for them which is set up so everyone wheel chair bound or not can use the playground. Camelot holds many activities for the kids, a camp for the kids so the can have free and educational time with all the volunteers for a week. This is something I'm not sure any other non profit does, they hold a prom night for the kids that do not get to go to the high school at the Camelot house. Folks that have a classic car volunteer to pick some of the kids up at their home and take them to Camelot as their limos.
When you come to Camelot house for the first time and see the work they do, you are immediately hooked. The job they do with all the kids, no one kid is treated any different the any other. One other thing they have is a parent date night child care so mom and dad can get a break. This is what Camelot is all about.
I believe if you came to Camelot House you will see the beautiful work they do. Please consider Camelot House for your Top Rated Nonprofit .
Thank You
Rick Colson Sr.

Our family heard about Camelot a few years ago from our neighbor. Our son, who is now 17, started working at Camelot for Children three summers ago. At Camelot, children, who live with disabilities, experience an environment of love, support, kindness, acceptance and FUN! Not only is it an immensely positive place for the children attending as campers, but also for the volunteers. I wholeheartedly recommend Camelot for Children. It is an organized, well-run, safe, caring establishment for all who attend.

Great program with awesome activities for children of all abilities! I highly recommend their summer camp!

Camelot is not only a "Magical" place for children but I am realizing after 25 years of Board service it is also a "Magical" place for adults! Can't say for sure but I believe this may be one of a kind. A place for FUN ...Birthday parties, Camp Camelot with weeks of outdoor activities in the summer, Christmas, Halloween, Easter and Prom dance for high school ages just to name a few. Truly Amazing !

Fred Saracino

Camelot for Children is a great place for kids to gather socially and just be kids. Wonderful friendships are made while learning to interact with each other. There is no cost to the families and they are so appreciative for the loving, caring and safe environment that Camelot offers.