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Giving Tuesday 2021

By Kelly LeeNovember 23, 2021Comments Disabled

Save the date for #GivingTuesday this year! ‘Tis Tuesday, November 30, 2021! What is #GivingTuesday, you ask? Entering its tenth year, #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and […]

2021 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR NOMINEES

By Kelly LeeNovember 22, 2021Comments Disabled

Each year, we encourage our Camp Encourage community to nominate a volunteer that has been especially exceptional. We are delighted to announce this year’s nominees and have included a statement from each nomination. We’ll soon be surprising the selected individual as this year’s Volunteer of the Year! Be watching our Facebook and Instagram for the […]

2021 HONORARY ENCOURAGE LEADER

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2021 HONORARY ENCOURAGE LEADER

By Kelly LeeSeptember 10, 2021Comments Disabled

Each year at S’Mores and Pours, Camp Encourage honors someone special in our community that exemplifies that which we believe is essential when supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder. We are delighted to announce that this year’s very deserving Honorary Encourage Leader is Stephanie Coleman. Stephanie is the Autism and Family Educator for the division […]

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A Drive in Me

By Kelly LeeAugust 30, 2021Comments Disabled

Written by Vince Rosqueta, BSN, RN A nurse by trade, but a videographer by passion, I began volunteering with Camp Encourage in the summer of 2020 by creating a virtual walkthrough video of the campgrounds. The tight-knit community and culture of care and support quickly instilled a drive in me to want to volunteer more, […]

A Spark in Me

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A Spark in Me

By Kelly LeeJuly 30, 2021Comments Disabled

Written by Madison Larson Going into camp, I was excited, but nervous because I hadn’t been part of Camp Encourage before. I didn’t know what would come out of it. Little did I know, those four days would change everything for me. My nerves were definitely there when I got to camp the first day. […]

Join us in counting down the days to camp!

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Join us in counting down the days to camp!

By Kelly LeeJune 07, 2021Comments Disabled

Each year we ask campers and volunteers to help us count down the days until camp. We LOVE seeing the photos roll in, and get more and more excited to return to camp as the number of days and weeks decreases! Join in the fun by sharing your countdown photos on social media or email […]

Storytelling

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Storytelling

By Kelly LeeApril 25, 2021Comments Disabled

In 2017, we encouraged our camp family to share personal stories of Camp Encourage in their lives. On National “Tell a Story Day,” we thought you might enjoy reading these sweet stories! We sure are grateful that each of these precious humans continue to be involved in our mission. Click on each image to read […]

Double Your Gift, Double Our Impact

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Double Your Gift, Double Our Impact

By Kelly LeeMarch 25, 2021Comments Disabled

Here we are over a year later in this turned-upside-down new world. Schedules were uprooted, routines were shaken, losses were abundant, and although hope is on the horizon, uncertainty continues to hover. These days have been especially difficult for our campers and their families. Our hearts go out to each and every one of you […]

Seeking Medically Trained Professionals

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Seeking Medically Trained Professionals

By Kelly LeeMarch 11, 2021Comments Disabled

Good news! We have meaningful volunteer opportunities for nurses and other medical professionals in 2021! Volunteers often return and share it is the highlight of their year! Join us (and, please PASS IT ON!)! Share your expertise in a like-no-other, loving (and tremendously fun!) environment! Our sessions take place at Tall Oaks Camp and Conference […]

Camps, Cocktails, Comedy, & Campfires

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Camps, Cocktails, Comedy, & Campfires

By Kelly LeeMarch 11, 2021Comments Disabled

March 3, 2021 Hello, hello! I hope this finds you soaking up the warm sunshine, healthy as can be, and (like us!) eager to return to camp! Today, we bring you good, good news! Below, you’ll find details about our overnight camps and upcoming virtual and in-person events that are sure to bring you joy! […]