My Nonprofit Reviews

I served as Art Director of this fabulous camp for three summers. In the often oppressive heat of the summer, campers, counselors, and staff put their hearts and souls into ensuring joy in every moment of their week. The diversity of camp activities and experiences sets this camp apart.

For many, it is their first experience with nature in the country, unplugged and all. I watched with amusement as children encountered a dragonfly dodging their head. I observed children learning how to enjoy the stillness of the woods and write poetry in this setting. I saw the confidence beaming from their faces as they learned to swim. I saw the bonds created between peers and with their counselor role models in this safe and nurturing setting. For every Open House event, I watched children, with enthusiasm and pride, prepare their camp with banners and art for their "audience" to see.

Much hard work has been put into a vision of creating a culture in which children can experience summer life as a camper, and grow leaps and bounds to experience summer life as a leader and counselor for other children from similar backgrounds. This camp builds family and community values for children that might not be exposed to such essential knowledge otherwise.