Meet the 2023 Summer Staff!
Throughout the Summer of 2023, campers will enjoy the sights, sounds, and action of CAMP as we Fast Forward, Rewind, and Play! We are excited to introduce new and returning staff who are making this summer possible for our campers and volunteers.
Check out the photos and for each summer staff member on our website at:
https://bit.ly/CAMPsummerteam
Session 1: Totally 80’s
Session 2: Remember the 90’s
Session 3: Homecoming
Session 4: 50’s Week
Session 5: Living in the Moment
Session 6: Peace, Love & CAMP
Session 7: 2000 Celebration
Session 8: The Year 3000
Session 9: Forever Summer!
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Thanks to over 400 Home Depot volunteers that included executives from their headquarters in Atlanta, others from around the country, and store managers from across Texas! Through this event, CAMP received more than $50,000 in building materials, hardware, and tools.
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The projects that were built by the volunteers included 14 hammock stands, 8 trash bins, 6 double chair benches, 24 Adirondack benches, 6 chalkboard stands, 16 benches, 18 chairs and 4 incredible murals!
We are especially excited about the possibility of hosting future volunteer work groups out at CAMP from the greater San Antonio CAMP is truly grateful for the love and support this fantastic group has shown for CAMP’s mission and for
Mural location is to be determined because there are so many options!
8’ x 16’ Freestanding, mural will be installed behind the Nature Center as a beautiful addition to the sensory
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7’ x 16’ Mural will be installed as a new
to the stage in the Activity Pavilion!
Each year, Ancira asks for the community to nominate then vote for who should receive a significant donation! For the second year, CAMP was nominated and made it to the final round all because you believe so much in our mission. June 8th was the final day of voting. As we learn the final outcome, we will be sure to announce it. In the meantime, please know CAMP is grateful for your votes, time, and belief in this incredible mission.
Ember noticed some incomplete camper applications… Complete your application today to secure the remaining spaces available for this summer!
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Eagle Scout Provides Shade!
On March 4th, 2023 Francisco “Tito” Newby completed his Eagle Scout service project at CAMP Camp!
Tito first came to CAMP as a camper in 2012. From the first week Tito spent at CAMP with Maddeline, his buddy, he fell in love with CAMP. He looked forward every year to spending another week out at CAMP. Tito also fell in love with the outdoors and in 2016 joined Boy Scout Troop 345. Through hard work, Tito steadily rose through the Boy Scout ranks and was soon close to the rank of Eagle, the highest achievement in Boy Scouts. When the time came to pick an Eagle Scout project, Tito immediately knew where he wanted to do it.
The Eagle Scout service project is the final task a scout must complete before earning his Eagle Scout Rank. According to Boy Scouts of America, the Eagle Scout project should reflect who you are as a youth leader. Tito’s passion for the outdoors and love of CAMP made him determined to serve the campers at CAMP through his project.
In 2019, CAMP installed a Giant Swing thanks to the Tres Grace Foundation! The Giant Swing quickly became a favorite for campers, who got to experience the thrill of rising almost 50 feet into the air and swinging around. When Tito saw that the instructors running the Giant Swing had no shade cover, he decided to do something about it.
Tito quickly raised the money to purchase materials, coordinated with his fellow scouts and adult leaders, planned his design, purchased his materials, and set to work. It took Tito two workdays to complete his project. Through Tito’s hard work, perseverance, and leadership CAMP gained an excellent shade structure for its instructors.
Thank you Tito!
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How will you make an impact this summer?
• Volunteer Opportunities for teens and adults (15+ years)
• Leader in Training Program for teens (14 years)
• Earn up to 99 volunteer hours for each week of service
• All training provided
• Make a huge impact in the community
• Gain valuable experience
• Change your life and theirs!
You can make a tremendous difference for CAMP by purchasing something off our Amazon Wish List! All items on the wish list help with programming and support our campers. Now...that’s shopping with purpose!
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Thank you to everyone who attended Party at the Park - 15th Annual CAMP Gala. It was a smashing success as we raised nearly $200,000 that will directly impact CAMP’s mission year-round.
Moving the date from the fall to the spring presented a few challenges but you responded and the Gala was amazing! After collecting feedback from the community, we plan to continue the cocktail party format, but with a more formal dress and atmosphere. Additionally, we are moving the event back to the weekend to ensure CAMP’s out of town friends can attend. We can’t wait to see you on March 22, 2024 at the 16th Annual CAMP Gala!
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Anticipation for the Total Eclipse is sky high!
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing directly over Camp CAMP, located in Center Point, Texas. This is the last total solar eclipse that will be viewable from North America this century!
A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk. This is a unique opportunity not to be missed!
A limited number of day passes will be sold to the CAMP family and public. Tickets are $100 for adults and $50 for children (12 and younger) and include entrance onto CAMP's property, glasses to safely view the event, access to planned activities throughout the day, and more. Please note that food trucks will sell optional breakfast and lunch throughout the event.
Purchase your tickets today before they are sold out by visiting: https://campcamp.org/eclipse
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Tributes are from March 1 through May 31, 2023
Ruben Abrego
by Ms. Debra K. Abrego
Jeanne Albrecht
by Lester and Nell Lyssy
Michael and Mary Pat Bolner
by Andy and Christy Kerr
Kacey and Justin Conway
by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Jeremy Bonsignore
by Mr. Nathan Bonsignore
The Bredemeier/Jones Wedding by Ms. Michelle Jones
Sharrise Briery's Birthday
by Dr. Brandon Briery
Brandon Briery
by Mr. Benjaman Ault
by Mr. Virgil Briery
by Ms. Jennifer A. Cavazos
by Ms. Michelle Elble
by Shelby Enevoldsen
by Tammy Browne and Ruth Eyres
by Leigh and Genna Hargis
by Ms. Connie McNutt
by Mr. Anton Montano
by Charles and Kim Murphy
by Thomas Rosenberg
by Ms. Stephanie Sexton
by Ms. Sharrise Briery-Sims
by Angy and Dory Stiles
by Owais Tirmizi
Dr. Robert de Lemos, Dr. Chris Plauche, Dr. Fred McCurdy, and Dr. Don McCurnin by Mark and Janis Croley
Trent Evans by Matt and Dee Evans by Nancy and Carl Smith
The Warady Family by Chelsea Cook
Eleno Flores
by Ms. Jennifer Davis Bradley
Shayla M. Forster by Shauwiishi White
Mikie Hawkins
by The SPR Family
Gregorio Nava by Ms. Frances Jimenez
Anthony Pennekamp by Pam and Paul Rohlfs
Aaron Sepulveda by Riane Ulrich
Pearce Smithson
by Ms. Rhonda S Paxton
Joseph Thomson by Ms. Stacie Solis
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Tributes are from March 1 through May 31, 2023
Regina Anderson
by Angelika Jones
by Amanda Meigs and Jason Curtis
Arthur Edwards
by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Laurence Gold
by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Christy Hoffman
by Roland and Janice Patry
Sophie Jencopale
by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Meghana Kodali
by Anjali Kumar
Grant Kenji Kuroiwa
by Eileen Bewley
by Erin Bowdren
by Margaret Brunk
by Khusboo Desai
by Uriel Roman Hernandez
by Della Howell
by Michael Jebber
by Jeremy Miears
by Mr. Kevin Novak
by Charmaine Peard
by John Qualls
by Rich Salnajs
by Gary Sawyers
by Karen Stephens
by Laura Sweeney
Kathy Moreland
by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Bill Morgan
by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Charles Nagy by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Karen Sampson by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
Zachary Thurmond by Jordan Gonzalez
Harold Whitaker by Larry and Kathy McClaugherty
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Think for a moment about what you spend $.83-$5.00 on in a typical day. Coffee? Part of a lunch out? A snack? Imagine turning that amount into something that could make a real difference for someone else.
Monthly giving at CAMP is easy, yet has a huge impact on healthcare professionals, volunteers, families, animals, and of course...campers!
Learn more at: https://campcamp.org/gifts/monthly
Children’s Association for Maximum Potential PO Box 27086 | San Antonio, Texas 78227 (210) 671-5411 | www.campcamp.org
