Camp For All transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs.
Accomplishing Our Goal Our Vision
Intentionally delivering unique and truly barrier-free experiences throughout the year, Camp For All collaborates with nonprofit organizations to enable thousands of their campers to discover life
Camp For All is a recognized national leader for creating and providing proven lifechanging experiences through passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities, and innovative programming.
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Our Values
• We believe the Camp For All experience is essential because it provides joyful and life-changing opportunities for all.
• We are barrier-free to ensure that the Camp For All experience is accessible to all and to keep campers physically and emotionally safe.
• We respect and celebrate the uniqueness of every camp and camper by demonstrating and cultivating compassion, empathy, and inclusiveness.
• We transform “can’t do” into “can do” by fostering independence, building their confidence through encouragement and support, and helping them discover their fullest potential.
• We exceed expectations by providing excellent staff, programming, and facilities, and we are committed to creative innovation.
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MESSAGE FROM THE President and CEO
Dear Friends,
When I reflect on 2025, two words come to mind: legacy and impact.
For more than 28 years, Camp For All has built a legacy rooted in creating a truly barrier-free environment where children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs can discover life. That legacy continues to grow stronger each year, shaped by the remarkable community that believes in our mission and brings it to life.
At the same time, I’m proud of the lasting impact happening every day at Camp. It’s found in the friendships formed, the confidence gained, and the joy and belonging experienced by every camper who comes through our gates. And now, as we look toward the future, that impact will expand even further with the development of Camp For All Chappell Hill, opening new doors for thousands more campers.
The contentment and connections our campers experience have never been more powerful, and the legacy we’re building together is more important than ever as the demand for barrier-free camps continues to increase.
Moments of Magic and Meaning
Maeve is 15 years old, and she has been coming to Camp For All since she was nine to attend PHEver, a camp for children with phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare genetic disorder in which the body cannot properly break down the amino acid, phenylalanine.
Living with PKU means following a strict diet and carefully managing what you eat, something that can feel overwhelming. At Camp, Maeve experienced something different. She found hope, independence, and self-assurance. As she shared, “Being at Camp For All makes me feel more confident about having PKU. I’m surrounded by people who understand me, and I get to do amazing things without worrying about my diet.”
Her mom, Sarah, said something that touched everyone at Camp For All: “I know Maeve is in great hands when she is at Camp. The UTHealth Houston clinical team and dietitians, as well as the Camp For All staff members, are incredible, and Maeve loves being around them.” That peace of mind, combined with the fun Maeve experiences, is why Camp For All exists.
A Year of Growth
Maeve’s story is just one of thousands throughout the year.
In 2025, we welcomed 6,900 campers, a 12% increase over the previous year. Since opening in 1998, Camp For All has served nearly 200,000 campers, and this summer we’ll celebrate our 200,000th camper! We also expanded our reach through new partnerships. Eight nonprofit organizations joined the Camp For All family in 2025:
• YMCA Refugee Family Camp
• Out of Sight (Region 13) – Blind/visual impairment Camp
• Beyond the Spectrum – Serving children with autism
• KIPP 3D Academy – Students with special needs
• Mind Body Healing Retreat – Holistic approach to health and wellness
• Camp Ellellbee – Camp for people with dwarfism
• Texas Autism School – School for children with autism in Magnolia, Texas
• Friendship Circle Houston – Disabilities within the Jewish community
Each of these Partners brings new campers, stories, and opportunities to discover life.
Powered by Partnerships
We’re proud to collaborate with more than 65 nonprofit organizations, each one bringing campers whose lives are enriched through their time at Camp. Some of these Partners have been with us since our gates first opened, helping shape the Camp For All experience and culture. Others are just beginning their journeys with us, creating opportunities for new communities to discover what Camp can mean in their lives. What connects them all is a shared commitment to the campers and families they serve. Behind every Partner is a team of passionate professionals, counselors, clinicians, volunteers, and advocates who believes deeply in creating opportunities for hope, independence, and belonging. Together, we collaborate on designing programs that meet the unique needs of each group, ensuring that every camper can fully participate, feel supported, and thrive.
Growing Interest, Expanding Reach
Last year, we personally connected with more than 100 prospective Partners to explore new opportunities together. The response has been overwhelmingly positive, and our pipeline of Partners is stronger than ever.
We’re investing in our organization by expanding recruitment efforts and increasing our presence on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. We're also directly connecting with students and professionals in a variety of ways, including career fairs and community events.
Generous Support and Strong Stewardship
The strength of Camp For All is made possible by a community of generous donors who believe in our mission. From signature fundraising events like the Houston Gala, Camp For All Goes Over The Edge, and the Greater Camp Area Gala, to individual gifts, corporate partnerships, and foundation support, their contributions help drive what we do and how we do it.
Once again, in 2025, our donors went above and beyond for Camp For All in ways that meant so much. We welcomed 456 new donors, along with six new corporate partners. An incredible 264 people gave $5,000 or more, and our group of monthly donors grew to 50 supporters. We also had 120 more major donors than last year. Every day, I’m reminded of how lucky we are to have such extraordinary donors. Through prudent financial management and strategic planning, we strengthened overall performance across our financial resources last year. We’re proud to be recognized by trusted organizations such as Candid, Charity Navigator, and the Better Business Bureau for our transparency and accountability, reflecting our commitment to using every dollar wisely and with purpose. These distinctions mean you can give with confidence, and your support will create life-changing experiences for thousands of campers throughout the year.
Building Bonds, Bringing Joy
Volunteers are at the center of the Camp For All experience, and their impact is felt in every corner of Camp.
In 2025, 664 volunteers contributed 7,800 hours of service, walking alongside our campers in ways that are both meaningful and unforgettable. They assist with activities, offer encouragement, and create moments that campers carry with them long after they leave.
One of our board members, nonprofit Partners, and volunteers, Ally Kelly, captured the experience perfectly: “It's incredible to see every camper, regardless of ability, fully engaged in the barrier-free activities. Watching volunteers build deeper connections with the campers is especially meaningful. Camp For All is the best place on earth!”
That spirit of connection and care is what makes our volunteer community so special. They give their time, energy, and heart to every camper.
Building a More Accessible Camp Experience
Because we've always believed every camper should be able to fully participate in everything Camp has to offer, we consistently work to keep our programming and facilities on the cutting edge. We continued to deliver on these goals last year.
We completed six barrier-free bathroom remodels, improved our ziplines with hydraulics at Star Place and the High Ropes course, and installed new shade panels at the Lakeside and Hillside Amphitheaters. We also added a new lift at the heated pool and mounted extra-large fans at the Ranch riding arena and loading area to help keep campers cool.
These are more than enhancements. They’re also commitments that ensure every camper can say “yes” to the full Camp experience.
Bringing Camp to Kids Where They Are
We understand that children who can't leave the hospital need the joy that Camp For All can bring. That’s why we created our award-winning Camp For All 2U, so we can take the magic of Camp directly to them.
Even in a hospital room or hallway, campers get to play games, create art, make s’mores, take canoe rides (yes, canoe rides!), and forget about why they’re there and just be kids. It’s our way of making sure every child gets a chance to experience Camp, even in the hospital.
Last year, we brought Camp For All 2U to five hospitals in Houston, The Woodlands, and Austin, and the enthusiasm we saw was unforgettable. This year, we’re building on that momentum and look forward to reaching even more children.
A New Era in Barrier-free Impact
As exciting as the year was, what lies ahead may be even more transformative.
In January, we announced Camp For All Chappell Hill, our second innovative barrier-free Camp in Texas. Scheduled to open in summer 2027, Camp For All Chappell Hill will give us the capacity to double the number of mission campers we serve each year to 18,000, expanding access to life-changing experiences for thousands more children and adults with challenges or special needs.
Located on nearly 380 acres generously donated by the Charles Jago Elder Foundation, every cabin, facility, trail, activity, and meal at Camp For All Chappell Hill is being developed to ensure that our campers, regardless of ability, can discover what they can do, not what they can’t – just like Camp For All Burton!
Camp For All Chappell Hill will include a range of features for campers to grow, connect, and thrive, including:
• 20 cabins with barrier-free bathrooms, adult-sized changing tables, and water bottle filling stations.
• Amphitheater for outdoor events.
• Cabins that can be easily divided in half with each side having access to a bathroom.
• 400 capacity Dining Hall with multi-functional cooking equipment; healthy, delicious meals prepared by a professional Food Services staff.
• Dining Hall includes an indoor ropes course, stage for events, and multi-functional seating arrangements.
• 24/7 Health Center with medical staff provided by Camp For All nonprofit Partners to meet the needs of their campers.
• Arts and Crafts Barn, Camper Kitchen, and Outdoor Play Pavilion.
• Equestrian design throughout Camp: trail, horseback riding with specialized lifts and saddles, and barnyard animals.
• Enhanced archery and regular archery.
• Outdoor ropes course, climbing wall, ziplines, and rope swing.
• Large lake for canoeing, kayaks, dropline, and cast fishing.
• State–of-the-art pool with lazy river, wheelchair accessibility, and mechanical lift pool with beach-style entry.
Blazing New Trails Together
Camp For All Chappell Hill is being brought to life in summer 2027 through our Blazing New Trails Capital Campaign, a $61.3 million effort that reflects both the scale of this vision and the strength of the community behind it.
Thanks to the generosity of donors, foundations, and corporate partners, we have already raised 97% of our goal. That momentum speaks volumes about the belief so many people share in the mission of Camp For All and in the life-changing power of barrier-free experiences.
Still, there’s important work ahead. The funds needed to reach our goal will enable us to complete construction, fully equip program spaces, recruit and train staff, and ensure that both Camp For All Burton and Camp For All Chappell Hill continue to be positioned for long-term success.
Blazing New Trails is about meeting a growing need and ensuring that no camper is turned away because of limited capacity. I invite you to help blaze the final steps of the trail.
Together, we can bring this vision to life and open the doors for generations of campers to come!
Empowering Campers, Ensuring Safety
At Camp For All, the safety and well-being of everyone who comes to Camp are always our top priorities. As a Texaslicensed youth camp, our facilities are reviewed annually to make sure they’re safe, accessible, and ready for any situation that might arise. We also update our emergency plans every year and share them with local first responders.
We’re proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association, which means we meet more than 200 standards covering health and wellness, staff supervision, facilities, and emergency preparedness. Additionally, the State of Texas inspects Camp each year as part of its Youth Camp Program licensing process.
Camp For All received our 2026 license from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) following the agency’s annual review and inspection process. We met all DSHS licensing requirements for this year, reflecting our continued commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all those we serve.
Honoring Our Foundation
I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our Camp For All Board of Directors, Chairs Council, Camp Friends Board, Emerging Leaders Board, and Advisory Board. With your leadership, talent, and dedication, we’ll continue to reach new heights together!
We also honor the life of one of our co-founders, Robert Zeller, M.D. (pictured above, on left), whose vision helped make Camp For All a reality. Alongside co-founders Paul Gerson, M.D, (middle) and Larry Neuhaus (right), he imagined a place where everyone belongs.
Bob was more than a visionary; he was a force of compassion whose dream transformed countless lives. Every moment at Camp For All carries forward his legacy of hope and care.
With Gratitude and Appreciation
Camp For All is a community like no other – one that lifts each other up, celebrates every achievement, and ensures that everyone at Camp feels welcome, supported, and inspired.
To our campers and families: Thank you for trusting us and allowing us to be part of your journey.
To our donors and Partners: Thank you for investing in hope, fostering belonging, and making the magic of Camp For All possible.
To our volunteers: Thank you for being an essential part of the joy and impact we create together.
To our staff members: Thank you for your passion and dedication in bringing our mission to life every day.
Because of you, Camp For All continues to transform lives today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
Sincerely yours,
Pat Prior Sorrells President and CEO
DONORS
Blazing New Trails Capital Campaign
We are grateful for these commitments to the Blazing New Trails Capital Campaign between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2025, as well as to those donors who wished to remain anonymous. If you have a correction to the listing, please contact Mary Beth Mosley at mmosley@campforall.org.
$10,000,000+
The Hamill Foundation
$5,000,000-$9,999,999
The Mogas Family/Louis and Marilyn Mogas, Melinda and Matt Mogas, Val Mogas and Sharon Giordano
Samuels Family Foundation/Cheryl and Joshua Samuels
Sarofim Foundation
Donation of Property
Charles Jago Elder Foundation
$1,000,000 to $4,999,999
The Brown Foundation, Inc.
The J.W. Couch Foundation
Charles Jago Elder Foundation
The Fondren Foundation
Huffington Foundation
The J. E. and L. E. Mabee Foundation
The Moody Foundation
The W.T. and Louise J. Moran Foundation
Texas Children's Hospital
$500,000-$999,999
C.T. Bauer Foundation
Janet and Tom Behanick
The Elkins Foundation
The William Stamps Farish Fund
Glassell Family Foundation, Inc.
The John M. O'Quinn Foundation
Shadywood Foundation
Susie and Tommy Smith
$250,000-$499,999
MD Anderson Foundation
Camden Property Trust
The Crum Foundation
The Cullen Foundation
Dovetail Foundation
Guill Family Foundation
The Florence and William K. McGee, Jr. Family Foundation
Stacie and Rod Pitts
Robin Reed
Scurlock Foundation
Triple-S Steel Supply, LLC/ The Stein Family
Martha and Buzz White
$100,000-$249,999
Appelt Family Foundation
Baxter Trust
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative*
Roger Camp
Amy and Paul Carbone
The Crain Foundation
Cathleen and Robert Davis
Marvy Finger Family Foundation
Debra and Stephen Gilbreath
The Melbern G. and Susanne M.
Glasscock Foundation
George and Mary Josephine
Hamman Foundation
Sarah and John Hastings
Hearst Foundations
M. Lewter Assoc.*
Judy O. and Kenneth C. Margolis
The Meadows Foundation
Perry Homes
Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Rusche Foundation
May and Stanley Smith Charitable Trust
Vivian L. Smith Foundation
The Simmons Foundation, Inc.
The West Endowment
Whalley Foundation
Dena Wren-Mumford and John Mumford
$50,000-$99,999
Laurie and Chris Baker
Brooke and Jason Bernhardt
Julie and Richard Boushka
Anna and Alan Chambers
North Texas Community Foundation-DAF
Flowserve Corporation
Verlin and Howard Kruse
Alexis and Michael Leiser
Laurie and Jack Maddox
The Sydnor and Olga Oden Foundation
Lori and Julien Smythe
Spindletop Community Impact Partners, Inc.
Sterling-Turner Foundation
$25,000-$49,999
Gilly and Andrew Agosto
Bearden Foundation
Pam and Murray Brasseux
Serjio Brereda, CNP
Emerson Automation Solutions
Karen and Bob Funk
Gyeszly-Prangner, PLLC/
Amanda and Steven Gyeszly
Demi and Alex Jessett
KBR
Ally and Tim Kelly
Liz Logan
The Medallion Foundation, Inc.
Lindy and Laurence Neuhaus
Liz and Robert Rigney
Shell Oil Company
Pat and Gordon Sorrells
Julie and Michael Taetz
* Denotes gifts of goods or services.
A Place for Possibilities and Peace of Mind Camper HAZEL
For Hazel, the road to Camp For All has become a familiar one. But each time she arrives, something new seems possible.
“Now she’s an old pro, and I just sit back and watch her go,” Lauren said.
“She loves it.”
Camp For All is really wonderful... It’s a truly inclusive, welcoming, and restful place where your family can belong and be yourselves, together.
As a student at the Capitol School of Austin – a private, nonprofit therapeutic school supporting students with speech, language, and learning differences – Hazel has been coming to Camp For All for three years, attending class and family campouts. Each visit has added another layer of adventure, confidence, and connection.
“Hazel gets really excited when it’s Camp time,” her mother Lauren shared. “She just loves to have a place like Camp For All to go to with her friends and family.”
When Hazel first came to Camp with her classmates, some activities felt intimidating. Hazel has dyspraxia, which can make coordination and strength challenging. Three years ago, even the challenge course at Star Place felt daunting. Climbing the rock walls was difficult, and the harness activities made her nervous. The zipline seemed far out of reach.
But Camp For All is a place where growth happens at every camper’s own pace. And where encouragement is always close by.
“The challenge courses have been amazing for Hazel’s confidence,” Lauren explained. “Three years ago, she could barely get up the rock walls and was very nervous in the harness and hanging activities. She didn’t want to do the zipline.”
Today, that same course is one of Hazel’s favorite places at Camp.
Hazel’s favorite activities have evolved along with her confidence. She now heads straight for the course at Star Place and the zipline, and she also loves spending time with the horses and barn animals. Fishing, once unthinkable, has become another favorite Camp memory.
“When she first started, she wouldn’t touch a fish,” Lauren said with a laugh. “This last time she caught 12. And she kissed several of them before they were released!”
Camp has also strengthened Hazel’s friendships. Because she attends with classmates from the Capitol School of Austin, Camp becomes an opportunity to deepen those bonds outside the classroom.
“She always comes with her friends from school, but that time together at Camp really solidifies their friendships,” Lauren said. “Especially in the earlier years, or when there’s a new classmate, that bonding time together makes a difference.”
One of Hazel’s favorite parts of Camp For All is the independence it offers. She loves staying in a bunkroom with her classmates and experiencing Camp life on her own.
“She really loves coming with no parents and being in the bunkroom with her class,” Lauren shared. “And she loves doing the big activities now. She talks about the obstacle courses and fishing, and she’s already planning to try the giant swing next time.”
For Hazel’s family, Camp For All offers something equally meaningful: The chance to relax and simply enjoy time together.
“At Camp, we don’t stress or worry,” Lauren explained. “We know everyone will be understanding of her needs and make her feel seen and supported.”
That sense of belonging extends to Hazel’s brother as well.
“I also love that Hazel’s big brother can be around other siblings of kids with special needs,” Lauren said. “They feel included, too. They just ‘get’ each other, and relax in a way they sometimes don’t get to.” When the visit ends and Hazel returns home, her family sees the impact Camp has had.
“Hazel is always really happy after Camp,” Lauren said. “There’s an obvious boost in her confidence in recreation and friendship skills. It’s a positive shift that we see from Camp specifically.”
For their family, Camp For All has become more than a destination. It’s also a place where everyone can pause and simply be together.
“We don’t actually get a lot of time to just breathe in day-to-day life,” reflected Lauren. “But when we’re at Camp For All, we do. We can just have fun.”
And if another family is wondering what their first visit might be like, Hazel’s family offers a simple answer.
“Camp For All is really, really wonderful,” Lauren said. “It’s a truly inclusive, welcoming, and restful place where your family can belong and be yourselves, together.”
Thank you for all you are doing to help families like us navigate our journeys of love through kinship adoption.
Where Love and Laughter Brought a Family Together Camper Family THE HANSENS
Shelly Hansen and her husband didn’t hesitate to say “yes” to welcoming their grandchildren into their home.
Child Protective Services (CPS) placed the children in their care after their daughter made the difficult decision to relinquish her rights. The Hansens chose to move forward with permanent managing conservatorship and adoption.
“We have had the children with us since they were babies, so it was an easy decision to keep the siblings together and give them a loving and stable environment to thrive in,”
Shelly said. “We absolutely adore them. We see them as precious gifts from the Lord.”
The journey has been full of love, but not without its challenges.
Raising three children under the age of three requires constant energy. Shelly said the emotional toll of watching their daughter struggle with addiction weighed heavily, and the children faced confusion as they navigated the instability of visitation.
This year, the family attended Arrow’s Kinship Camp for the first time after being invited by Arrow Child & Family Ministries, a nonprofit providing foster care, adoption, and family support services for children and families. Shelly said it was presented as a way to connect with other families and create special memories with their grandchildren.
It turned out to be just that.
“What we loved most was spending time watching them enjoy the activities and meeting the family we shared a cabin with,” Shelly said. “The other family is also nearing retirement and raising three grandchildren, so it helped my husband and I realize we’re not alone in this demanding journey.”
According to Shelly, their grandchildren especially loved swimming at night, eating ice cream, and fishing. To add to the already meaningful memories made, she said on the drive home her three-year-old asked when they would be going back.
The Hansens left Camp encouraged and are already planning to return next year if the opportunity is available. Shelly said Arrow Child & Family Ministries has supported her family in meaningful ways, from guiding them through adoption to hosting activities and other outings like Kinship Camp with Camp For All.
The Hansens first connected with Arrow Child & Family Ministries through their kinship CPS worker, who introduced them to resources, helping them understand the foster-toadopt process. Shelly said they were especially grateful for the guidance of Staphany Marin during licensing.
“She is efficient, knowledgeable, helpful, and was a tremendous help in guiding us through each step,” Shelly said.
Shelly shared a thank you to both Camp For All and Arrow Child & Family Ministries.
“Thank you for all you are doing to help families like us navigate our journeys of love through kinship adoption,” she said.
One final note: Shelly said her daughter is doing well in her recovery!
DONORS Blazing New Trails Capital Campaign
We are grateful for these commitments to the Blazing New Trails Capital Campaign between January 1, 2022 and December 31, 2025, as well as to those donors who wished to remain anonymous. If you have a correction to the listing, please contact Mary Beth Mosley at mmosley@campforall.org.
$10,000-$24,999
Agape Foundation Charitable Trust
Ginger Bertrand
Leigh Ann and Joseph Blount
Katherine and Robert Dowdell
The Ellwood Foundation
Marcella and Skyy Foreman
Ashley and Chris Frysinger
Kristen and Philip Gallegos
Rhonda and Paul Gerson
Harvey | Harvey-Cleary Builders
Albert and Ethel Herzstein
Charitable Foundation
Mary Catherine and Michael Lewis
Toni and Gary Miller
Fan and Peter Morris
Gary Moss
R. Robert Mullins Fund
Heather and Paul Palmer
Patrick Samuels
USA Shade*
Susan Walker
Barbara and Robert Zorich
$5,000-$9,999
Leslie and Jim Avioli
Beth and Buddy Clarke
Allison and Harry Elkins
David Feldman and
Christopher Warner
JLL Capital Markets
Kay and Rene Joyce
Kimley Horn*
Max Levit
Diann and Mike Lewter
Stephanie and Bryan Magers
Mary and Larry Peterson
Pepe and Terri Schwartz
Up to $4,999
Jeanna and Zachary Boihem
Camille Boudreaux and Derek Schmidt
Lauren Brooke
Kay Bruce
Elizabeth and Benjamin Burgin
Tamara Busby
Eugene Chaung
Chevron
Kristin Collins
Kari Commagere
Ben Corda
Ashley Cordell
Brandon Cruse
June and Sisto DeLeon
Keith Dominguez
Katie Dowdell
Sherles Durham
Whitney and Cale Ferguson
Margie and Clive Fields
Robert Frank
Mary and Mark Goehring
Larraine Gonzales
Sherri and Charles Gordon
Lauren Grochocki
Miranda Hayes
Sarah and Chris Herbek
Timothy Hickey
Thomas Hoang
Kim Hurst
Jo Jaynes and Stephanie Haechten
Jarrod Johnson
Mr. and Mrs. G. Kent Kahle
Katheryn and Timothy Knott
Deborah and Matthew Leyden
Patrick Link
Dena Lipper
Samantha Loesch
Laura Lowe
Sean Lowe
Mid-Main Properties, LP.
Mary Beth Mosley and Peter Caldwell
Armen Movsesyan
Erin Trent and Nicholas Ndah
Alex Pearson
Victor Perez
Manuel Pinon
Jenny Piper
Annie and Joe Potente
Michael Ray
Andrew Rice
Stephanie Rivera
Donna Robertson
Jamie Robertson-Walker
Randy Rodriguez
Emily Rohles
Travis Russell
Taylor Satterly
Bob Schultz
Hannah and Harrison Sladic
Ashley and Ryan Smith
Erik Smith
Nancy Smith
Trina Tate
Stephanie Taylor
The New York Community Trust
Margarita Delgado Thompson
Jai Torres
Onisa Treibs
Carlos Velazquez
Aubry Vonck and Jordan Gales
Cherish Willhoite
Clint Wilson
Chelsea Winters
Kelsey Ziegler
* Denotes gifts of goods or services.
Our campers love being here...They all feel the connection of community.
Partner
DREAMCATCHER
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Legacy of Healing and Hope
Each summer for more than 20 years, anticipation builds in Caldwell, Texas, as the community prepares to send off a special group of campers. At the center of it all is Serena Harkins, Camp Director of Dreamcatcher, a program at Camp For All in partnership with McLane Children’s Hospital, Baylor Scott & White. Dreamcatcher serves children with cancer and blood disorders, giving them a week of joy, healing, and connection.
Last year, 75 campers attended Camp For All, supported by 10 leaders and 35 to 40 staff members. Serena, a 25-year Dreamcatcher veteran in her fourth year as director, brought deep experience and personal commitment. “Our campers love being here,” she said. “They all feel the connection of community.”
That sense of belonging began before arrival. Caldwell hosted a festive send-off at the Civic Center with hot dogs and snocones, while the mayor and a local Harley-Davidson club escorted campers to Camp in a roaring procession, setting the tone for a joyful week.
Among the campers were three third-generation family members, continuing a legacy of resilience and confidence that spans decades.
Fishing stood out as a favorite activity. “Many got to fish for the first time here,” Serena shared. “It was magical to watch their faces light up when they caught something.”
For the Dreamcatcher team, barrier-free Camp For All is more than a Camp. It’s also a place where children facing challenges can simply be kids. And where they’re reminded that they’re not alone.
...The impact is real, visible, and felt in the lives of every camper and family that they serve.
Where “Happy, Happy, Happy” Happens
THANKS TO THE HAMILL FOUNDATION
The Hamill Foundation began with a powerful, enduring vision. Marie and Claud Hamill believed deeply in improving the quality of life for people in Houston, especially those facing the greatest challenges. That passion has turned into a lasting legacy at many Houston nonprofits, including Camp For All.
reel in a fish, and the experience left a lasting impression. “I was helping Nathan fish, but what he caught was me,” he said.
and ensure Camp remains a place of joy, hope, and strength.
Established in 1969, at a time when Houston was rapidly growing, The Hamill Foundation has become one of the region’s most impactful philanthropic organizations, distributing millions of dollars each year to nonprofits that serve the community’s most pressing needs. Over decades, its reach has expanded alongside the city itself, touching countless lives and strengthening the fabric of the community. That steady growth and commitment to thoughtful giving led The Hamill Foundation to Camp For All.
For Tom Brown, Grants Director (pictured on previous page on right with Director, Charlie Snider on left), the connection became personal the first time he experienced Camp. Through relationships with nonprofit Partners, he had heard about its unique ability to serve children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. But it was not until Tom spent a day at Camp that it all came to life for him. He was paired with a camper named Nathan, and the two shared a day of fishing.
“Camp For All lets kids be kids,” Tom said. There were no barriers, just a child enjoying the outdoors and casting a line into the water. Tom helped Nathan
Another story Tom recalled, as told to him by the Camp staff, involved a young camper, about six years old, who was non-verbal. A ride on a horse changed everything. Afterward, he smiled and repeated a single word with growing excitement, “Happy, happy, happy!” It was a turning point for the camper and his family that spoke volumes about the place that made it possible.
These experiences underscore why The Hamill Foundation is so intentional in its giving. Tom explained that every funding decision is guided by four key factors: leadership; management; mission; and impact. Strong leadership ensures vision and accountability. Effective management shows resources are used wisely. A clear mission aligns with the foundation’s values. And measurable impact demonstrates lasting change in the lives of those served.
“Camp For All is a very special place,” Tom said. “The leadership is strong and deeply committed, the organization is managed with care and intention, and the mission is clear in everything they do. Most importantly, the impact is real, visible, and felt by every camper and family they serve.”
The Hamill Foundation has been vital to the success of Camp For All since 2008, committing more than $12.4 million to expand its reach, make vital facility improvements, enhance programming,
Tom reflected on what Mr. and Mrs. Hamill would think about the partnerships their foundation has built with so many nonprofit organizations. Tom said that the Hamills’ connection to Camp For All would have been strong because they lost their only child, Garrett, when he was 32 years old, before he married or had children. “If they were with us today, I believe they would see the campers as their surrogate grandchildren,” he said. “And I think the campers would feel the same way about them as their surrogate grandparents.”
Together, The Hamill Foundation and Camp For All are transforming lives, strengthening communities, and improving quality of life for all, just like the Hamills envisioned.
DONORS
Annual Giving
We are so grateful to these donors who contributed to Camp For All through annual giving, special events, or gifts in-kind between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. Thanks also to the donors who preferred to remain anonymous.
If your name or gift has been listed incorrectly, please contact Mary Beth Mosley at mmosley@campforall.org. We apologize for any errors.
$100,000+
Kiki and Jeffrey Carroll
Charles Jago Elder Foundation
Guill Family Foundation
The Samuels Family Foundation
$50,000-$99,999
The Andras Foundation/Alissa and James Andras
Cathleen and Robert Davis
Haynes Boone*
Sterling-Turner Foundation
Martha and Buzz White
$25,000-$49,999
Janet and Tom Behanick
Sally Blackie-Sengel and Sonny Sengel/ Bets West Foundation
The Brown Foundation, Inc.
Will and Bailee Byler Foundation
Amy and Paul Carbone
The Crain Foundation
John S. Dunn Foundation
Emerson Automation Solutions
Flintco
The Marie M. and James H. Galloway Foundation
The Melbern G. and Susanne M. Glasscock Foundation
KBR
Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Donna and Fred Leonard
Mary Catherine and Michael Lewis
John P. McGovern Foundation
Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church
Melinda and Matt Mogas
Galin and Stephen Morgan
Stacie and Rod Pitts
Cheryl and Joshua Samuels
Shell Oil Company
$10,000-$24,999
Gilly and Andrew Agosto
Sandi and Gary Appelt
Amy and Doug Ashmore
The Astros Foundation
Amy and John Aubrey
Leslie and Jim Avioli
Ellen and Hank Bachmann
Laurie and Chris Baker
C.T. Bauer Foundation
Dawn and Brett Berly
Camden
Sara and Larry Carbo
The Carruth Foundation, Inc.
Kendall and Matt Chuchla
Community Foundation of the Brazos Valley
Joy and Will Crenshaw Family
Curry Boudreaux Architects/
Susan Fernbach and Peter Boudreaux
Dutch Bros Coffee
The Ellwood Foundation
Emerson Process Management
Brisa and Jake Field
Lisa and James Freeman
Freestone Lake and Golf Club
Karen and Bob Funk
Debra and Stephen Gilbreath
Arline Guefen
Amanda and Steven Gyeszly
Halliburton
George and Mary Josephine
Hamman Foundation
Sarah and John Hastings
Albert and Ethel Herzstein
Charitable Foundation
Houston Junior Woman's Club
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Howard Hughes Communities
Kay and Rene Joyce
Junior League of Houston, Inc.
The Jake and Nina Kamin Foundation
John Keeton
Ally and Tim Kelly
Latham & Watkins LLP
Jack H. and William M. Light
Charitable Trust
Lady Ann and Ryan Loving
Laurie and Jack Maddox
Marilyn Mogas
Laurie and Michael Moody
Boyd and Evelyn Mullen
Charitable Foundation
Vicky and Erik Nielsen
Heather and Paul Palmer
Phillips Family Foundation
Tim Porea
Quantum Capital Group
Robin Reed
Christopher & Dana
Reeve Foundation
Liz and Robert Rigney
Robert W. & Pearl Wallis
Knox Foundation
Lindsay and Ryan Sablatura
Cindy and Don Scharringhausen
Lesley and Barrett Schick
Rose and Boone Schwartzel
Jennifer Smith
Susie and Tommy Smith
Sandra and William Swenson
The Tapeats Fund
Tellepsen
Amanda and Samuel Tucker
Kathy and C. Richard Vermillion, Jr.
Marie and Tim Vogler
Whalley Foundation
William E. and Natoma Pyle
Har vey Charitable Trust
Dena Wren-Mumford and John Mumford
* Denotes gifts of goods or services.
Seeing campers build their confidence, feel accepted, and accomplish things they didn’t think they could made a huge impression on me. It truly shaped who I am.
SARAH HERBEK Volunteer
Commitment That Inspires, Impact That Lasts
It’s hard to imagine Camp For All without Sarah Herbek. She has worn just about every hat – from volunteer to staff member to a nonprofit Partner camp director – and through it all, she has been a steady, passionate force behind the scenes and out in front. Her years of selfless dedication have helped shape Camp into the amazing place it is today.
Sarah’s connection to Camp For All began during college, when she spent three summers as a program staff member. “Seeing campers build their confidence, feel accepted, and accomplish things they didn’t think they could made a huge impression on me,” Sarah recalled. “It truly shaped who I am.”
That impact sparked a lasting commitment. Since college, Sarah has remained actively engaged with Camp For All in a variety of roles. She has served as a Camp counselor; directed Pump It Up, a camp for children with cardiovascular challenges from Texas Children’s Hospital Heart Center; helped facilitate Camp For All 2U in hospitals; and has been a passionate member of the Emerging Leaders Board, including currently serving as Board Chair.
“Camp For All has been a guiding light for me, both personally and professionally,” Sarah said. “Serving campers is so powerful because it touches the lives of so many people and, in the process, gives them hope, self-confidence, and a sense of belonging they carry long after Camp ends.”
For many of these families, they don’t have any others in their community with Duchenne. The families connect, make lifelong friendships, and support one another in their Duchenne journey.
DUCHENNE FAMILY CAMP AND FRIENDSHIP SMILE
From Visions to Enduring Value Partners
Born from love, determination, and lived experiences, two camps came together to build a place of true connection and impact for the families they serve.
The Duchenne Family Camp, hosted by Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, began with parents who understood firsthand the challenges of Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Among them was Rachel Poysky, Co-Coordinator for the South Texas Connect Group, who helped bring the vision to life. What started as a simple, but important idea – bringing families together – grew into a camp rooted in connection, community, and support.
“Getting families together is so important,” Rachel said. “For many of these families, they don’t have any others in their community with Duchenne. The families connect, make lifelong friendships, and support one another in their Duchenne journey.”
Since 2011, that vision had flourished. At Camp For All, families found more than resources. They also found one another. Parents shared guidance and felt understood in ways that were often missing from their daily lives.
For the children, the impact was just as profound. “They realized they weren’t the only ones,” Rachel said. “They felt free at Camp to be themselves.” In that freedom, confidence grew and belonging thrived.”
A similar spirit inspired Friendship Smile, a camp created in 2019 by Camp Director Katherine Rose and her team for children born with cleft lip and palate. They set out to build a space where “campers feel truly understood,” creating an environment grounded in empathy, acceptance, and joy.
That intention came to life in unforgettable ways. Katherine recalled watching a group of boys, once strangers, laughing and joking like lifelong friends. When she asked how they met, their answer was simple: “Camp For All!” Their time at Camp led to lasting bonds.
Duchenne Family Camp and Friendship Smile were created by the courage to act on a vision. Through dedication, collaboration, and heartfelt commitment, those visions became life-changing experiences for campers and families.
$5,000-$9,999
Lauren and Daniel Adamek
Deborah and Jim Adler
Mary and Richard Aitken
Anew Climate
Connie and Eric Appelt
Lauren and Cullen Atchison
The Autodesk Foundation
Ginger Bertrand
Bethany Christian Church
Leigh Ann and Joseph Blount
Blue Bell Creameries
Nancy and Werner Boeer
Ellen and James Bookout
Barbara Bowen Cauble*
Sarah and Davis Bradford
Margaret and Brian Bravo
Kristin and Jerry Brown Sexton
Harry S. and Isabel C. Cameron
Foundation
Michael Cogan
Ellen and Paige Cokinos
Linda and Travis Cook
Ann and Jerry Morgan
Northern Trust
Hope Northrup and Ed Bonura
DONORS
Annual Giving
We are so grateful to these donors who contributed to Camp For All through annual giving, special events, or gifts in-kind between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. Thanks also to the donors who preferred to remain anonymous.
If your name or gift has been listed incorrectly, please contact Mary Beth Mosley at mmosley@campforall.org.
We apologize for any errors.
Kelty and Rogers Crain
Crane Charitable Funds
Tom Cress
Camila and Ignacio Cubero
Susan and David Davis
Philip Davis
Tricia and Michael Dillick
Sara Paschall Dodd
Aimee and Marshall Dodson
Logan and Chad Dresser
Rickie and Stacy Duke
Jane Dure
Linda and Jim Epps
EY
Nancy and Craig Ferguson
Diane and Brad Fishman
Marcella and Skyy Foreman
Lynne and Mark Franklin
Cindie and Chuck Gammon
Hande Grace
Sharon and Shane Guelker
Mystan Gurkin
Sarah and Chris Herbek
Ann and Greg Hill
Houston Police Officers' Union
The William Gano Houstoun Foundation
Clayton Huber
Guy Hudman
Huntington Bank
Demi and Alex Jessett
Chea and Liam Kelly
Deborah Koehler
Verlin and Howard Kruse
Lauren and Conrad Gibbins
Emily and Jimmy Lawhorn
Alexis and Michael Leiser
Diann and Mike Lewter
Liz Logan
Mattrezzz Guys*
The Ralph H. and Ruth J. McCullough Foundation
Sharon and James Metz
Mike Hopkins Distributing Company, Inc.
Marita and Robert Mikeska
Toni and Gary Miller
Matthew Mixon
Karen and Michael Odegard
The Sydnor and Olga Oden Foundation
Dawn and Darryle Owens
Alyx and Paul Penland
Mary and Larry Peterson
Jayme Ponder and Jim Ellison
Annie and Joe Potente
Jerrie and Peter Powell
Prosperity Bank
Row Bear Wine
Kristiann Rushton
Kristy and John Simonette
Pat and Gordon Sorrells
Caren and John Steffes
Stellar Bank
Jasmine Sung and David Aldrich
Ellen Susman
Swanson Family Charitable Fund of the S outhwest Community Foundation
Kalynn and Reagan Swinbank
Julie and Michael Taetz
Twila and Milton Tate
Texas Rural Communities, Inc.
Mayleen and Michael Tsang
Susan and Peter Tumminello
Lloyd and Susu Vancil Foundation
Barbara and Arv Vilutis
Susan and Paul Vitale
Susan Walker
World Oilman's Tennis Tournament Corp.
Jill and Andrew Wright
Youths' Friends Association/ Evan Kirchen
Allison and Josh Zeller
Michelle and Jonathan Zschech
$2,500-$4,999
Kate Bacon
Brian Baker
Amanda and James Behanick
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Annie Boland
Emily Bolin
Julie and Richard Boushka
BoyarMiller
Brenham National Bank
Jena and Kevin Brown
Beth and Kirk Bruce
Anne and Andy Calder
Amie and Michael Canfield
Cartier North America
CenterPoint Energy
Chevron
Citizens State Bank
Beth and Buddy Clarke
Patti and Stephen Davis
Trisha and Joey Doucet
Katie Dowdell
Jennifer and Jeff Draper
Mike Eilertsen
Glenna and James Floyd
Harriet Foster
Debbie and Ben Fraker
Ashley and Chris Frysinger
Kimbra Gaby
Lisa and Mike Gentry
Rhonda and Paul Gerson
Greystar
Grow and Company
Houston Young Lawyers Foundation
Gracey and Chris Howey
Gwen Hulsey
Laine and John Hurdle
Whitney and Taylor Inman
Jones Day
Steven Kerrigan
Marissa and Chris Kiefer
Sue and Stuart Jacobson/ Louis Peters/Joe and Jeanne Samuels Israel Sports Assn. Fund
Susan and Charles McCluggage
James Melchers
Debbie and Kenny Meyer
Adriane and Daniel Mraz
Sterling and Whit Myers
MZ Foundation
Lindy and Laurence Neuhaus
Sarah and Tim Neuhaus
Sonia and Mark Owen
Jill and Tommy Owen
Kathy and Clay Parker
Tish and David Peden
Christina and Joe Powers
Chris Proffitt
Susan and Blake Randolph
Redstone Custom Builders, LLC
Jennifer Rohr
Brenda and Mansel Rubenstein
Terri and Gary Russell
Pat and Merv Schaefer
Jenny and John Schaer
Stephen Scott
Parker Siller
Megan and Sam Sommer
Alli and Robert Stark
Starlight Aggies
David Steinhart
Alessandra Swanson
Talonvest Capital
Mary and Mark Troth
Lisa VanHoecke
Washington County Fair Association
Marilyn Watts
Melanie and Tim Willett
Winston & Strawn LLP
Angela Wrigglesworth and Justin Titcombe
* Denotes gifts of goods or services.
Sebastian never lets fear get in the way of overcoming adversity.
SEBASTIAN AND HARRISON
A Brotherhood Built in Burton
When Emerging Leader Harrison Sladic first saw Sebastian at Camp Smiles, led by Easter Seals of Greater Houston, in 2013, he had no idea he was about to meet someone who would change his life. As a second-year counselor, Harrison was paired with Sebastian. From the beginning, Sebastian’s personality was impossible to miss. “His joy and outlook on life are infectious, and everyone radiates toward him,” Harrison said.
Over the years, their friendship has grown far beyond the cabins and campfires where it began. Harrison describes Sebastian as “the most personable, outgoing guy I know” and someone who has taken on challenges with remarkable determination as an actor, dancer, marathoner, and triathlete. But what Harrison treasures most is the way Sebastian makes every moment feel meaningful. “When I’m with Sebastian, it doesn’t matter if we’re at a gala, movie theater, or crowded restaurant,” he said. “It’s as if the whole world is revolving around the two of us.”
Camp has played a defining role in shaping Sebastian’s confidence, leadership, and resilience. It’s also where their lifelong bond began. One moment Harrison will never forget happened in 2016, when Sebastian faced his first summer without Camp Smiles after graduating. Hoping to lift his spirits, Harrison invited him to lunch during a Camp For All 2U visit to Houston.
What Sebastian didn’t know was that Harrison had quietly invited several Camp For All staff members to join them. “When we showed up, we were surprised that almost half of the entire program staff was there to lift his spirits,” Harrison said. “Sebastian is so special to so many people.”
Today, Harrison and Sebastian remain as close as ever. “We are brothers,” Harrison said. Though life has grown busier, they still find time for dinners, laughter, and the same “dude talks” they’ve always shared. Watching Sebastian continue to take on new challenges only deepens Harrison’s admiration.
“Sebastian never lets fear get in the way of overcoming adversity,” he said. “I’ve seen him get scared and cry, but I’ve never seen him back down from a challenge.”
If there’s one lesson Harrison believes people can take from his friendship with Sebastian, it’s about the power of inclusion. “Sebastian, like so many other amazing people who call Camp For All home, truly embodies the Camp mantra of ‘the only disability is a bad attitude,’” Harrison said.
“The disabled and special needs community has so much love and hope to give to the world,” he added. “You’d be doing a disservice to yourself by not letting them in to completely change your life.”
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Volunteer
Campus to Camp: Students Transforming Lives
Every spring and fall for the past nine years, Camp For All has welcomed volunteers from MSC FISH, a student organization at Texas A&M University in nearby College Station, dedicated to service and leadership. Dozens of friendly, energetic students spend full days at Camp, helping wherever they’re needed and bringing joy to every activity.
It’s really cool that MSC FISH helps out every year. It shows they care a lot about Camp For All and that it means as much to them as it does to me.
MSC FISH supported Camp MOST and the YMCA Refugee Camp, and they returned in the fall for the Family Resilience Retreat. They served meals, guided horseback rides, cheered campers down the zipline, helped with indoor archery, and even fed our camp African spurred tortoise, Forrest.
“The volunteers are always ready to jump in and make Camp fun for everyone,” said one staff member. “The campers light up when they see them, and you can feel the excitement in every activity.”
One camper shared, “It’s really cool that MSC FISH helps out every year. It shows they care a lot about Camp For All and that it means as much to them as it does to me. It's one of the reasons why I want to go to Texas A&M after I graduate from high school.”
For nearly a decade, MSC FISH has shown that service at Camp For All isn’t just about helping. It’s also about creating laughter, confidence, and memories that last a lifetime for campers.
DONORS Annual Giving
We are so grateful to these donors who contributed to Camp For All through annual giving, special events, or gifts in-kind between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. Thanks also to the donors who preferred to remain anonymous.
If your name or gift has been listed incorrectly, please contact Mary Beth Mosley at mmosley@campforall.org. We apologize for any errors.
$1,000-$2,499
Emma and Tray Achorn
Rebecca and Billy Adler
Allen Harrison Co.
Ann Ash
Corky Atkins
Felicia and Bert Baker
Sarah and James Baker
Ashley and Freddie Barela
Rita Blumenfeld
Jack and Annis Bowen Foundation
Bowen, Miclette & Britt, Inc.
Brady, Chapman, Holland &
A ssociates, Inc.
Stephanie and Shaffer Braun
Serjio Brereda, CNP
David Brooks and Barbara Cole
Eleanor and Dale Brown
Jerry Brown
Robert Bruce
Cassandra Bryant
Karen and Dave Bunger
Rex Burch
Jessica Britton and Ryan Cantrell
Christina Chakmakjian
Conoco Phillips
Pamela Cooper
Carolyn and Platt Davis
Siri and Brian Davis
Melissa and Mano DeAyala
Vicki and Tom Drummond
Allison and Thomas Dunavant
Jerrie Earthman
Julie and Jack Edwards
Suzanne and Ed Ellis
Stephanie Faulk
Fayetteville Propane Company, Inc.
David Feldman
Focalpoint Coaching of Texas, LTD.
Mandy and Paul Forbes
Colette and Brian Frazier
Emily Rose Freedman
Donald Freedman
Brenda Gallegos
William Gregory Garrison
Celine and Jay Gerson
Julie and James Gilligan
Goodman Financial Corporation
Mark Gregg
Ashley Gumbert
H. Fort Flowers Foundation
Diana and Bret Hammett
Judith Hancock
Melissa Hardy
Georga and Judd Harrison
Liz and Mike Hartwig
Kellie and Harry Hastings
Laurie Hatfield
Philip Hawk
Haynes and Boone Foundation
Kay and David Hedges
Erica and Gary Henning
Hess Corporate
Jeanie and Jarrod Hodson
Alexandria and Brian Houstoun
Franny and Bill Ikard
Suzanne and Garrett Jackson
Hannah Jenkins
Stephany Karges
Taylor and Carson Kelley
Katy and Joey Kieval
Deborah and Andy Korenek
Beau Landry
Megan and Brad Lembcke
Valorie and Doug Lerner
Yesely and Justin Love
Debbie and Doug Lunn
Macquarie
Brad Maddock
Donna and Lawrence Maddox
Stephanie and Bryan Magers
Judy O. and Kenneth C. Margolis
Lisa and Paul Massih
Andrea and Dave Matthiesen
Maura and James McCarthy
Lana and Charles McDaniel
Tracey Samuels McNamara and Robert McNamara
McNeill Charitable Foundation
Melissa and Chuck Morelli
MTC Property Management
Tara and Logan Nickels
Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP
Cindy and Patrick Noyes
Zillah T. Oden
Kim Olson
Samantha Omey and Jeff Dodson
Rita and Travis Pace
Danny Palmer
Tamyra Palmer
Michelle and Lee Panko
Retta and Dan Parker
Allen Pate
Peggy and Joe Payne
David Pearson
PIE Charitable Foundation
Natalie Pine
Planned Community Developers
Susan and Robert Pohl
Melissa Potterbaum
Sarah and Ben Powell
Carol and James Prince
Steven Prusak
Cheryl and Louis Raspino
Joseph Ray
Stephen Ray
Brendan Reagan
Veronica and Bryan Roby
Heidi and Steven Rodrick
Gary Rosenthal
Janet Johnson and Chip Routt
Alice and Alex Rupert
Mary Ryan
Mona and Andrew Sarofim
Robert Schmitz
Adrienne and Brent Schwartz
Sallie Gordon and Ken Schwenke
Seidel Schroeder
Margaret and James Shallock
Sheila Shtepani
Suzanne and Tad Smith
Douglas Smith
Ashley and Ryan Smith
Cynthia Smith
Dawn and Douglas Smith
Laura and Mark Snell
Gwen and Donald Spiess
Beth Stark
Liz Stark
Karl Stoeckel
Systems Office Furniture, Inc./
Tara and Cole Laughter
Texas Mutual
Billye and Isik Tezel
The Periwinkle Foundation
The Woodlands Area Quilt Guild*
Michelle and Matthew Thomas
Patty Turboff
Joseph Valane
Laurie and Douglas Vander Ploeg
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Sara Vilutis and Brett Morrell
Lawrence Walton
Suzanne and George Weatherall
Whitney and Jason Weighter
Kasey and Chad Weiss
Welcome Lutheran Church
Lauren and James Werline
Alesia Whaley
Susan Whiteford
Jennifer Jones and Joel Whitehead
Janet and Thomas Whitener
Ashley Wied
Jennifer Wilding
The Williams Companies, Inc.
Ali and Taylor Williams
Andrew Williamson
Suzie and Larry Wilson
Samantha and Nathan Wolcott
* Denotes gifts of goods or services.
Suddenly, we see the world through a different lens. We learn how to love people well, even when their needs are different from ours.
Camper Family
KRIS AND BRANDON
A Lasting Love
For Kris Armstrong and her family, Camp For All has become a place of connection and belonging. Their journey began in 2010, shortly after her first husband, Brandon Smith, sustained a traumatic brain injury.
Kris was drawn to Higher Ground, a camp led by Partner, Pilot International, that serves adults with traumatic brain inuries, for its opportunities for connection and accessibility. Life after Brandon’s injury had introduced many challenges, and even simple outings had become complex. At Camp, the focus wasn’t on what Brandon couldn’t do, but on what he could do in a space designed for inclusion and empowerment.
“The community is incredible,” Kris said. “We love connecting with other survivors and their families. We really feel like we’re with our people when we go.”
She remembers their first visit, unsure of what to expect, and being met with warmth and authenticity. “Everyone was so welcoming. We didn’t have to pretend we had it all together. It was like a breath of fresh air.”
Camp For All has provided transformative experiences for the whole family, too. Though Kris has remarried, she is Brandon’s legal guardian, and together the family loves, supports, and celebrates him every step of the way. Kris treasures watching her children with her second husband, James, participate as helpers and supporters for traumatic brain injury survivors. “Watching them put the survivors first is always such a gift,” she said.
Camp has also reshaped the family’s perspective on accessibility and inclusion. “Everything at Camp is designed for the campers,” Kris said. “Suddenly, we see the world through a different lens. We learn how to love people well, even when their needs are different from ours.”
For Kris, Camp For All is deeply personal. “It has changed me. Whether you’re a camper, family member, volunteer, Partner or donor, it will change you for the better. Life can be really hard, but at Camp, all the struggles get set aside, and we just have fun.”
Staff
MANDY AND BRADY
Making a Difference is in Their DNA
Mothers and sons share a deep bond built on love, trust, and support. It’s a strength that shapes who they are and lasts a lifetime.
For Mandy Benedix and her son, Brady, that bond is deeply tied to Camp For All.
Mandy joined Camp For All as a program staff member in 1999 before becoming a full-time program manager in 2003, continuing through 2005. Initially seeking a summer job before her first year of teaching, she quickly discovered something more meaningful. Though she hadn’t grown up attending camps, she found it to be everything a career should be – fun, purposeful, challenging, and fulfilling.
During a camp for children with burns, she met Davey, one of the most severely burned campers. Unable to hold a putter, he used his forearms to play putt-putt.
When he succeeded, Mandy heard him laughing through his protective coverings. In that moment, she understood the purpose of Camp: Joy should never be limited by circumstance.
Brady grew up immersed in Camp, attending family days, volunteering, and raising funds. Now a student at Texas A&M University, Brady completed his first summer on staff in 2025. And he returned as a Camp For All staff member this summer.
“We always told him that he could work at Camp when he turned 18, and when he chose to do just that, my husband and I were so proud,” said Mandy. “To be able to know what it will produce in him because I lived it is something that has created a bond between Brady and me that is unique to us.”
In 2025, we advanced our mission to provide life-changing experiences to children and adults with challenges or special needs. With the support of generous donors, including 456 first-time donors, 264 gifts of $5,000 or more, and 50 monthly contributors, we served 6,879 campers, a 12% increase over 2024.
The Blazing New Trails Capital Campaign also made significant progress, with $58 million raised toward our $61.3 million goal to develop Camp For All Chappell Hill.
6,778,225
New Trails Capital Campaign
and Paul Palmer and Rickie and Stacy Duke, Chairs
and Mike Odegard and The Hamill Foundation, Honorees
DONORS
Annual Giving
We are so grateful to these donors who contributed to Camp For All through annual giving, special events, or gifts in-kind between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025. Thanks also to the donors who preferred to remain anonymous.
If your name or gift has been listed incorrectly, please contact Mary Beth Mosley at mmosley@campforall.org. We apologize for any errors.
