Camp Camp reopened thanks to a colossal community cleanup effort after Texas floods killed 27 campers and counselors at a nearby camp. Located in Centre Point, Texas, this camp serves youth with disabilities from ages five to 55. With over 800 campers each summer, it provides a 1:1 counselor ratio. The rehabilitation began when an Austin real estate agent called for help, resulting in 250 volunteers arriving the next day, numbers quickly doubling as they worked tirelessly to restore essential camp amenities and facilities destroyed by flooding.
The massive community effort began with a Facebook post from an Austin real estate agent, which called for volunteers to help recover from the flooding.
250 volunteers showed up on the following day, with their numbers doubling by the end of the week, driven by a shared mission to restore the camp.
Camp Camp has a 1:1 counsellor ratio to support the needs of its campers, offering traditional activities like swimming, horseback riding, sports, and archery.
Ken Kaiser expressed gratitude towards the community for their support, highlighting how the tragic events brought out the best in humanity.
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