2016 Camp Fire First Texas Annual Report

2016 Annual Report Camp Fire First Texas

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und a new ults with nature fo ad d an n re ild ch g ion Center Connectin s Outdoor Educat xa Te e th at ar ye home this ping facility, El Fire’s 223-acre cam (TxOEC) at Camp ctured from ogram was restru Tesoro. The new pr s and, as a result, education format students previous outdoor ar the number of ye st la er ov % 74 increased ctive learning took part in intera and teachers who rroundings and age the natural su sessions that lever e than 200 El Tesoro. With mor izes each resources found at cks, TxOEC custom tra ng ni ar le d ne TEKS-alig curriculum. e using specialized learning experienc d problem pports creativity an “Being outdoors su proves im s, cognitive abilitie solving, enhances ss. We believe re st s ce and reduce an rm rfo pe ic em acad nuity and a re to awaken inge tu na of r we po e in th hip.” sense of stewards rook – Christina Middleb tdoor Division Ou of t Vice Presiden at youth who have Research shows th And it is working! cultivate a greater mp Fire programs participated in Ca ore. * ture and enjoy it m appreciation of na

Gala Gone Wild An Artists’ Christmas Hits New Highs

The premier fundraising gala, Camp Fire’s An Artists’ Christmas, was one for the record book s.

The 2016 event, held at the Fort Worth Zoo, was a sold-out event, had a 30 % growth in corporate sponsors, doubled the am ount raised in the live-as k portion of the evening, and saw a 37% increase in the silent art auction bid s.

This resulted in a net fin ancial growth of 76% for the event when compare d to the previous year!

“A successful event ensur es Camp Fire can continue to change the lives of children, youth , and teens through resea rch-based, meaningful programs our communit ies deserve,” said 2016 event Chair, Randi Mitch ell.

This year’s outcomes are a direct result of the generosity of our talented artists who donate their time and talents as well as the planning committe e, attendees and donors wh o recognize the value of supporting our local pro grams.

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Changing Young Lives in Our Communities.

Camp Fire Youth Outcomes

At-a-glance

From the Inside Out. Camp Fire programs help youth:

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Feel like they belong.

92%

Believe they can make positive contributions to their lives,families, and community.

were given the opportunity to try something they had never done.

92%

Discover they can make lasting friendships.

We know that when children and youth display and recognize these core competencies, they don’t just survive; they THRIVE.

said being in Camp Fire made them try something, even if they didn’t think they’d like it.

95%

worked to get along with others, even if they were different. *

* Data based on CFPQA assessment data for Spring & Summer 2016.

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United Ways

$5.77 million total annual budget in 2016

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Every good child care center director has big dreams for their program, and LaTresa Moruri is no different. After only four months in the Camp Fire Sch ool Readiness Program (CFSRP), LaTresa ’s center showed improvement and growth in ways she never thought poss ible. With the CFSRP, her teachers are attending quality professional dev elopment programs that are directly affecting the well-being of the chil dren. The classrooms for three- and fouryear-olds have seen such a dramatic difference in behavior that the pare nts are asking what “magic” is making thei r children say to them, “Mom, I need to take a minute to de-stress,” and engage in breathin g activities to calm down.

With the help of the Camp Fire men tors, LaTresa’s classrooms are more orga nized and smooth-running than ever. Her center is doing more than just babysitting child ren she’s growing minds and making a difference, thanks to the help of the Camp Fire School Readiness Program.

Glenn Rodgers Glenn grew up near camp in Granbury and heard about El Tesoro at a young age – but what he didn’t know is that the connections and experiences he would have at camp would affect him much past his childhood years. Glenn first attended El Tesoro at age seven. Now 17, he credits his last 10 summers at camp for helping shape who he is today.

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Summer 2016 was Glenn’s second year as a Counselor In Training. During his first CIT year, he built on his current values and skills and learned how to be a better leader and role model. He appreciated the openness and helpfulness of the counselors at camp, and hopes to one day replicate that influence for future campers and CITs. Glenn believes in making sure everyone feels welcome at Camp El Tesoro, and ensuring everyone has a ton of fun – all summer long.

Cedes Martinez and Deanna Lovell

youth at Diamond Hill Last summer, Camp Fire piggy banks, searched Station broke open their d inspected the ground under couch cushions, an learning about water for loose change. After summer day camp, scarcity in Africa during to make a difference. campers felt compelled fundraiser is that it was The best part about the campers’ idea to all youth-driven. It was the anized the entire raise money, and they org event – a penny-war. passionate about d Deanna, were especially Two campers, Cedes an e every single day. The ught in bags full of chang raising money. They bro rned that summer. ation to what they had lea girls attributed their dedic y knew nothing about p, both girls admitted the ge Before the summer cam be mindful of water usa now teaching others to water scarcity. They are at home and beyond. more than $250. the campers had raised , ed lud nc co ar y-w nn When the pe and Africa, but is esn’t just stop with water Their heart for service do nity. of their life and commu spreading into all areas

Lynda Tiedtke All it took was a board vis it for Lynda Tiedtke to ge t enthusiastically involved with Camp Fire, an organization she see s is so passionate about enriching the live s of youth in our commu nity.

Lynda joined the board, but was anxious to get mo re hands on and the organization has fou nd so many outlets for he r “Sparks.” She chaired the Centennial Celebration - a year full of fun activities culminating in a legacy project planting daffodil s along the Trinity River. She also chairs the awards committee and in 2017 will take on the role of An Artists’ Ch ristmas event chair. Be ing involved in committees helps her sta y tied to the organizatio n and makes her feel like she is helping to make a difference for Ca mp Fire.

“Volunteering has alway s been a joy of my life. Getting involved wit h an organization like Camp Fire allows me to share the skills I have, acquire new ones, and meet others with the same interest in bette ring our community.

My relationship with Ca mp Fire has made my life richer and I have lov ed every minute of it!”

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Thanks! the countless A very special thank you goes out to rs whose volunteers, supporters and contributo ources make generosity of time and financial res e. these meaningful outcomes possibl porter, too.

YOU can become a Camp Fire Sup ed: There are many ways to get involv

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Serve on a committee Read to our Preschool Children

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Be a Guest Speaker at a Teen or You Attend a Special Event

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2016 Annual Report Camp Fire First Texas