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Camp For All and Howard Hughes Partner for Annual Over The Edge Event
Barrier-Free Camp Brings Rappelling Experience to Woodlands Office Tower

HOUSTON (February  10, 2025) – Camp For All, a local nonprofit barrier-free camp experience that transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs, will host its annual Over The Edge fundraiser and rappelling event in The Woodlands, Texas. The annual event will take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, with fundraisers rappelling over the edge of 9950 Woodloch Forest Tower, a 31-story office building—one of two Class AAA premier buildings, part of The Woodlands® Towers at The Waterway— thanks to Howard Hughes Holdings Inc.

Camp For All aims to raise $200,000 through this annual fundraising event. For the past three years, the organization has successfully beat its fundraising goal thanks to generous donors and individual rappellers who commit to raising a minimum of $1,500 to secure their spot. Family and friends of rappellers are encouraged to attend throughout the day and cheer on the daring supporters who choose to scale the building.

With first rappellers gearing up as early as 8 a.m., their journey down will begin on the rooftop and end on the spacious 11th-floor rooftop terrace for a 20-story descent. Camp For All is able to accommodate up to 70 participants as long as they meet the fundraising requirements.

“We’re thrilled to be back with one of our favorite events of the year, Over The Edge. It is exciting to see our fearless and generous rappellers dedicate their time to our campers,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “We are grateful that our Camp family and Howard Hughes fully embrace our mission and continue to support us with enthusiasm year after year.”

Howard Hughes, a sixth-time partner with Camp For All, generously hosts the Over The Edge event at The Woodlands Towers at The Waterway.

“Witnessing the impact of Camp For All on the lives of children and adults who overcome the challenges in their lives is truly inspirational. The visible and invisible differences that Camp makes in the lives of so many is why we’re proud to continue our commitment to Over The Edge,” said Brandon Hinman, Director of Development, Houston Region for Howard Hughes and committee volunteer for six years with Camp for All.

To learn more about going over Over The Edge with Camp For All, sign up to rappel, join a fundraising team or donate to a rappeller, visit this link or contact Lauren Brooke at lbrooke@campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Lauren Santerre at lauren@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
For more than 30 years, Camp For All has transformed the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities or special needs. Founded in 1993 by two Houston physicians and a father of a child with cancer, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults and families, mostly from the greater Houston area, throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. Programming includes Camp For All 2U, the award-winning outreach program that brings activities and programming to hospital-bound patients.

About The Woodlands®   
The Woodlands, a 28,500-acre award-winning master planned community located 27 miles north of Downtown Houston, is a vibrant regional business hub and culturally rich community, continually ranked among the best places to live in America. The Woodlands is home to over 124,000 people, with nearly 72,000 people working in the community, which offers an unprecedented 35% of green space, leading the way among master-planned communities that practice environmental preservation. The Woodlands has received numerous past accolades, including the Vision Award, Development of Distinction from the Urban Land Institute; three-time honoree of “Master Planned Community of the Year,” four-time recipient of “Humanitarian of the Year” and “Trailblazer of the Year” in 2018 by the Greater Houston Builders Association; American Trails Developer Award; Environmental Planning Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects, Texas Chapter Houston Section. The Woodlands is a community of Howard Hughes, which supports over 155 local causes in the Houston region through its HHCares program. For more information, visit www.thewoodlands.com. For additional details, find us on Facebook , Instagram and X.

About Howard Hughes Holdings Inc.
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. owns, manages, and develops commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate throughout the U.S. Its award-winning assets include the country’s preeminent portfolio of master-planned communities, as well as operating properties and development opportunities including Downtown Columbia^® in Maryland; The Woodlands^®, Bridgeland^® and The Woodlands Hills^® in the Greater Houston, Texas area; Summerlin^® in Las Vegas; Ward Village^® in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi; and Teravalis™ in the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area. The Howard Hughes portfolio is strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, resulting in one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Dedicated to innovative placemaking, the company is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange as HHH. For additional information visit www.howardhughes.com.

ABOUT OVER THE EDGE
Over The Edge is a company that provides signature events for not-for-profit organizations all over the world. Business leaders, individuals and community members are invited to raise donations in exchange for the experience of going Over The Edge of a local building.

Local Nonprofit Hosted Fabulous Carnival Celebration

HOUSTON (January 29, 2025) –  Camp For All, a nonprofit that transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities or special needs through barrier-free experiences, hosted its Krewe de Camp For All Gala on January 25 at The Revaire. The sold-out gala welcomed nearly 600 guests and successfully raised over $1.2 million for the mission of Camp For All. 

Co-Chairs Heather and Paul Palmer and Rickie and Stacy Duke spearheaded the grand celebration, which featured inspiring testimonies from Camp For All campers, a silent auction, a wine pull and an exciting live auction. During the thrilling auction, the winning bid of $40,000 purchased the fantastic Kentucky Derby Package. Additionally, former camper Austin Hanson’s artwork sold for $10,000, bringing a huge smile to his face. The evening honored Karen and Mike Odegard and The Hamill Foundation, who have made an indelible impact on thousands of campers and their families.

Throughout the evening, Master of Ceremonies Frank Billingsley kept the crowd excited and engaged as they “let the good times roll” and danced the night away. In a truly meaningful moment during the event, former camper Bailey Ferguson talked about how much Camp meant to her, saying, “I loved my time at Camp for All.  It is a place where you can just be yourself and never worry about your disability.  You feel free and have so much fun.” Bailey’s heart-warming story evoked smiles and even a few tears throughout the room.

Funds raised during the gala go toward helping Camp For All welcome the nearly 9,000 campers that visit its 206-acre campsite each year. Working in partnership with more than  65 other nonprofit organizations, Camp For All enriches the lives of children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs and their families. Since 1998, the organization has empowered more than 190,000 campers, helping them realize their challenges do not define them.

“We are so grateful to our Camp For All family for their amazing support and continued dedication to providing a barrier-free camp experience for all children and adults,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “We cannot do the work we do without the generosity and love of our friends that make dreams come true every year.”

To learn more about Camp For All, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Lauren Santerre at lauren@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL

For more than 30 years, Camp For All has transformed the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities or special needs. Founded in 1993 by two Houston physicians and a father of a child with cancer, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults and families, mostly from the greater Houston area, throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. Programming includes Camp For All 2U, the award-winning outreach program that brings activities and programming to hospital-bound patients.

Supporters illuminated the evening with their contributions and joy 

HOUSTON (October 15, 2024) –  Camp For All hosted an amazing evening last week at its Bright Lights and Bluebonnets Gala which raised a record breaking $376,000 to support the nonprofit’s mission of transforming the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs through barrier-free experiences.

The evening honored Mindy and Kyle Merten and Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative for their impact in making the lives of campers shine brighter. Honorary Chairs Sally Blackie-Sengel and Sonny Sengel were delighted to welcome guests for a wonderful evening that featured an inspiring story from former camper Riley Mika, both a silent and live auction and plenty of merriment for all.

“We are so grateful to everyone who came out to enjoy and celebrate Camp,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “Because of our supporters, we continue to provide life-changing experiences for our campers and we are always grateful for the immense generosity of our community and friends who believe deeply in our mission.”

Camp For All is a barrier-free camp that works in partnership with more than 65 other nonprofit organizations to enrich the lives of children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs and their families. Camp For All aims to raise $2.7 million annually to support its mission and campers. Over the past 30 years, the organization has empowered more than 185,000 campers, helping them realize their challenges do not define them.

Guest speaker and childhood cancer survivor, Riley Mika said, “I was truly impacted by Camp For All in a big way. I have come to understand that despite facing significant health challenges, it is possible to embrace and cherish the good times.”

To learn more about Camp For All, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Lauren Santerre at lauren@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL

For more than 30 years, Camp For All has transformed the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. Founded in 1993 by two Houston physicians and a father of a child with cancer, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults and families throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. Programming includes Camp For All 2U, the award-winning outreach program that brings activities and programming to hospital-bound patients.

Local nonprofit hosts a beautiful evening to provide life-changing experiences for campers

HOUSTON (August 22, 2024) –  Camp For All, a nonprofit that transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs through barrier-free experiences, is thrilled to announce its Bright Lights and Bluebonnets Gala! The gala will be held at the Fireman’s Training Center in Brenham, TX on October 10, 2024 at 6 p.m. CT.

This year, Camp For All is honoring Mindy and Kyle Merten and Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative for their impact in making the lives of campers shine brighter. Honorary Chairs Sally Blackie-Sengel and Sonny Sengel are thrilled to greet guests for a lively night of celebration, camper stories and both a silent and live auction.

“We are so grateful to all of the individuals, foundations, corporations and community partners who make Camp For All such a special place for our campers to enjoy all year long,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “We are looking forward to a fun and uplifting evening in support of the mission of Camp For All.”

Camp For All is a barrier-free camp that works in partnership with more than 65 other nonprofit organizations to enrich the lives of children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs and their families. Camp For All aims to raise $2.7 million annually to support its mission and campers. Over the past 30 years, the organization has empowered more than 185,000 campers, helping them realize their challenges do not define them.

Sponsorships start at $500. To purchase tables and sponsorships please visit here, or to donate an auction item, please visit here.

To learn more about Camp For All and the Bright Lights and Bluebonnets Gala, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Lauren Santerre at lauren@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL

For more than 30 years, Camp For All has transformed the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities or special needs. Founded in 1993 by two Houston physicians and a father of a child with cancer, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000  children, adults and families throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. Programming includes Camp For All 2U, the award-winning outreach program that brings activities and programming to hospital-bound patients.

Camp For All 2U provides a summer camp experience for children unable to leave the hospital

HOUSTON (July 2, 2024) – Camp For All recently brought its award-winning Camp For All 2U program to Texas Children’s Hospital to give children and families an opportunity to experience some summer fun.
Camp For All is dedicated to providing barrier-free camp experiences for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. In alignment with this mission, the nonprofit’s signature Camp For All 2U program brings the delight of traditional camp experiences to children who are unable to physically go to the Camp For All site in Burton, TX. Throughout the week of June 24, campers enjoyed a variety of fun activities like canoeing, archery, fishing, arts & crafts, a petting zoo and more!

“The smiles, laughter and radiant faces of the campers at Texas Children’s Hospital simply make all the effort to take Camp on the road a joy for our staff and volunteers,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “We are so grateful to partner with Texas Children’s again this year. It is absolutely wonderful to be able to provide patients and their families with a chance to have fun.”

Camp For All 2U is made possible in part through support from Charity Guild of Catholic Women, TDECU Cares Foundation and Junior League of Houston.

To learn more about Camp For All and the Camp For All 2U program please visit, www.campforall.org. For media inquiries please contact Lauren Santerre at lauren@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
Camp For All transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs. Opened in 1998 in Burton, TX by two Houston physicians and a father of a child with cancer, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of approximately 9,000 children, adults and families mostly from the greater Houston area throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. Programming includes Camp For All 2U, the award-winning outreach program that brings activities and programming to hospital-bound patients.

ABOUT TEXAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Texas Children’s, a nonprofit health care organization, is committed to creating a healthier future for children and women throughout the global community by leading in patient care, education and research. Consistently ranked as the best children’s hospital in Texas and among the top in the nation, Texas Children’s has garnered widespread recognition for its expertise and breakthroughs in pediatric and women’s health. The system includes the Texas Children’s Duncan NRI; the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children’s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children’s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, the new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin families. The organization also created Texas Children’s Health Plan, the nation’s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children’s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children’s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after-hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children’s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine. For more information, visit www.texaschildrens.org.

Supporters rappelled The Woodlands® Towers to benefit campers with challenging illnesses or special needs

HOUSTON (April 24, 2024) – On Saturday, April 20, Camp For All successfully hosted its annual Over The Edge event at The Woodlands® Towers — thanks to Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH). Camp For All is a local nonprofit that transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs. Partnering with more than 65 other nonprofit organizations, Camp For All delivers a barrier-free camp experience for nearly 9,000 campers each year.

Funds raised at Over The Edge help to support the campers that Camp For All welcomes each year at its 206-acre, barrier-free facility in Washington County. Forty-nine charitable supporters rappelled down the 31-story The Woodlands® Towers and raised a record total of more than $200,000 for Camp For All. Friends, family, and community members cheered on the participants from the terrace and greeted them upon landing. The “landing zone” also included a pop-up market that celebrated the talents of local adults with disabilities hosted by the nonprofit’s young professionals group, Emerging Leaders. Camp supporters enjoyed listening to music while they shopped and watched the rappellers on the terrace. Additionally, for the first time this year Camp For All provided a “virtual” rappelling experience. The virtual experience provided an opportunity for those who were unable to physically rappel off The Woodlands® Towers, proving once again that Camp For All strives to be inclusive and barrier-free in its activities.

“Over The Edge is one of our favorite events during the year. We are so grateful for all the volunteers and supporters that made this event a success, especially Howard Hughes Holdings and our event partners. Additionally, we were proud to offer a virtual rappel option for the first time this year, to increase the accessibility of going Over The Edge,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All.

Event sponsors Howard Hughes Holdings, Shell Trading (US) Company, Houston Police Officers Union, Greystar®, Cadence Insurance and Central Insurance raised funds and awareness for the event.

To learn more about Camp For All, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Lauren Santerre at lauren@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
Camp For All  helps children and adults with special needs or challenging illnesses discover life through learning what they can do, as opposed to what they can’t in a truly unique barrier-free environment. First envisioned in 1993, Camp For All officially started welcoming campers to its site in Burton, Texas in 1998. Today, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults, and families throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits.

ABOUT HOWARD HUGHES HOLDINGS INC.
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. owns, manages, and develops commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate throughout the U.S. Its award-winning assets include the country’s preeminent portfolio of master planned communities, as well as operating properties and development opportunities including: the Seaport in New York City; Downtown Columbia^® in Maryland; The Woodlands^®, Bridgeland^® and The Woodlands Hills^® in the Greater Houston, Texas area; Summerlin^® in Las Vegas; Ward Village^® in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi; and Teravalis™ in the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area. The Howard Hughes portfolio is strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, resulting in one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Dedicated to innovative placemaking, the company is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange as HHH. For additional information visit www.howardhughes.com.

ABOUT OVER THE EDGE
Over The Edge is a company that provides signature events for nonprofit organizations all over the world. Business leaders, individuals and community members are invited to raise donations in exchange for the experience of going Over The Edge of a local building.

 Barrier-Free Camp Brings Rappelling Experience to Woodlands Office Tower

HOUSTON (February  29, 2024) – Camp For All, a local nonprofit barrier-free camp experience that transforms the world for nearly 9,000 children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs, will host its annual Over The Edge fundraiser and rappelling event in The Woodlands, Texas. The annual event will take place on Saturday, April 20, 2024, with fundraisers rappelling over the edge of 9950 Woodloch Forest Tower, a 31-story office building—one of two Class AAA premier buildings, part of The Woodlands® Towers at The Waterway— thanks to Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HHH).

Camp For All aims to raise $180,000 through this annual fundraising event. For the past two years, the organization has successfully beat its fundraising goal thanks to generous donors and individual rappellers who commit to raising a minimum of $1,500 to secure their spot. Family and friends of rappellers are encouraged to attend throughout the day and cheer on the daring supporters who choose to scale the building.

With first rappellers gearing up as early as 8 a.m., their journey down will begin on the rooftop and end on the spacious 11th-floor rooftop terrace, for a 20-story descent. This year’s Over The Edge will be even more accessible, with rappellers having the option to take part in a virtual reality (VR) rappelling experience in lieu of the traditional rappel. Camp For All is able to accommodate up to 70 participants as long as they meet the fundraising requirements. The virtual experience will make our participants feel like they are rappelling down the side of the building while never leaving the ground. Camp For All looks forward to making this event barrier free and available to anyone who is ready for an adventure.

“We are so excited to welcome our beloved Over The Edge event and, of course, our brave and generous rappellers back this year,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, Camp For All President and CEO. “Our Camp family has taken our ‘challenge by choice’ mantra very seriously including Howard Hughes who once again chose to support our mission.”

Howard Hughes, a fifth-time partner with Camp For All, is generously hosting the Over The Edge event at The Woodlands Towers at The Waterway.

“Howard Hughes is honored to once again partner with and host Camp For All’s annual fundraiser,” said Philip Gallegos, Vice President, Capital Markets for Howard Hughes and member of the Camp For All Board of Directors. “The impact this local nonprofit has made on the lives of children and adults with special needs or challenging illnesses is truly remarkable. No matter the circumstance, everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the thrill and joy that comes with camping in nature alongside your peers with no fear of any barriers.”

To learn more about Camp For All Goes Over The Edge 2024, sign up to rappel, join a fundraising team or donate to a rappeller, visit www.campforall.org/events or contact Matt Speer at  mspeer@campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Julia Bernstein at julia@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
Camp For All  helps children and adults with special needs or challenging illnesses discover life through learning what they can do, as opposed to what they can’t in a truly unique barrier-free environment. First envisioned in 1993, Camp For All officially started welcoming campers to its site in Burton, Texas in 1998. Today, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults, and families throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits.

ABOUT THE WOODLANDS®
The Woodlands, a 28,500-acre award-winning master planned community located 27 miles north of downtown Houston, is consistently ranked among the best communities to live in America. The Woodlands offers an unprecedented 28% of green space, leading the way among master planned communities that practice environmental preservation. It is home to 120,000 people, and nearly 67,000 people work in the community. The Woodlands has received numerous past accolades including the Vision Award, Development of Distinction from the Urban Land Institute; three-time honoree of “Master Planned Community of the Year,” four-time recipient of “Humanitarian of the Year” and “Trailblazer of the Year” in 2018 by the Greater Houston Builders Association; American Trails Developer Award; Environmental Planning Award from the American Society of Landscape Architects, Texas Chapter Houston Section. The Woodlands is a community of Howard Hughes, which supports over 180 local causes in the Houston region through its HHCares program. For more information, visit www.thewoodlands.com. For additional details, find us on Facebook and Instagram and X.

ABOUT HOWARD HUGHES HOLDINGS INC.
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. owns, manages, and develops commercial, residential, and mixed-use real estate throughout the U.S. Its award-winning assets include the country’s preeminent portfolio of master planned communities, as well as operating properties and development opportunities including: the Seaport in New York City; Downtown Columbia^® in Maryland; The Woodlands^®, Bridgeland^® and The Woodlands Hills^® in the Greater Houston, Texas area; Summerlin^® in Las Vegas; Ward Village^® in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi; and Teravalis™ in the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area. The Howard Hughes portfolio is strategically positioned to meet and accelerate development based on market demand, resulting in one of the strongest real estate platforms in the country. Dedicated to innovative placemaking, the company is recognized for its ongoing commitment to design excellence and to the cultural life of its communities. Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange as HHH. For additional information visit www.howardhughes.com.

ABOUT OVER THE EDGE
Over The Edge is a company that provides signature events for not-for-profit organizations all over the world. Business leaders, individuals and community members are invited to raise donations in exchange for the experience of going Over The Edge of a local building.

The nonprofit welcomed supporters to the greatest show on Earth

HOUSTON (January 31, 2024) – On January 27, Camp For All hosted its sold-out “Under The Big Top Gala” at The Revaire, which welcomed nearly 600 guests. The gala raised more than $1 million which will continue to support its mission of transforming the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs through barrier-free experiences. 

The evening honored Ginger Bertrand, her late mother Sybil Roos, and their families for their longtime support and dedication to Camp For All.

Co-chairs Yésely Love, Stephanie Magers and Caroline Walter excitedly welcomed guests for a wonderful evening that featured inspiring personal stories from past and current Camp For All campers, a silent auction, wine pull and a fabulous live auction boasting once-in-a-lifetime experiences, including a luxurious vacation retreat to Aspen, a four-night stay at the exquisite Sedona Piñon Woods, and an extraordinary opportunity to tour contemporary artist Hunt Slonem’s studio in Manhattan. Slonem is known for his bunny paintings, one of which was part of the auction.

Throughout the evening, Masters of Ceremonies Ilona Carson kept the energy level of the crowd high. In a moving moment during the gala, Kristen Moreno, the mother of longtime camper Claire Moreno, shared touching memories of her daughter’s six years as a Shriner’s Hospital camper at Camp For All. Claire is non-verbal and lives with cerebral palsy as a result of having been born premature.

“Camp For All provides so much more than a week of summer fun for its campers. It provided Claire the opportunity to be out from my watchful eye. To prove to both of us that we can survive without being tethered to each other,” said Kristen. “Claire always came home a little more mature, more verbal, and more outgoing. There is not a year that goes by now without Claire asking when and where she’s going to camp thanks to those first successful summers at Camp For All.”

Funds raised during the gala go toward helping Camp For All welcome the nearly 9,000 campers that visit its 206-acre campsite each year. Working in partnership with more than 65 other nonprofit organizations, Camp For All enriches the lives of children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs and their families. Over the past 30 years, the organization has empowered more than 185,000 campers, helping them realize their challenges do not define them.

“Our donors and supporters show up for Camp in such meaningful ways day after day, year after year,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “Their generosity not only means we can continue to deliver innovative and barrier-free programming thanks to our highly-skilled and passionate staff at our beautiful, expansive Campgrounds, but most importantly, that we can bring the magic of Camp to even more campers who deserve just that.” 

To learn more about Camp For All, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Julia Bernstein at julia@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
For more than 30 years, Camp For All has transformed the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs. Founded in 1993 by two Houston physicians and a father of a child with cancer, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults and families, mostly from the greater Houston area, throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. Programming includes Camp For All 2U, the award-winning outreach program that brings activities and programming to hospital-bound patients.

The nonprofit hosted 30th Birthday Gala to recognize milestone anniversary

HOUSTON (October 17, 2023) –  Camp For All, a local nonprofit that transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs through barrier-free experiences, celebrated 30 years of service to the community with a spectacular birthday gala. On October 12, 2023, the Camp Friends Board welcomed supporters to Star Place at Camp For All in Burton, TX for an inspiring evening that included heartwarming camper stories and an opportunity to honor those whose long-standing dedication to the organization has positively impacted the community. The celebratory event raised more than $320,000.

“We had a fabulous time bringing out the cake and balloons to celebrate 30 years of Camp For All,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “It is with immense gratitude that we recognize our Camp For All family for all that they have done to support us over the years. We look forward to continuing this journey together.”

Funds raised from the gala will go toward supporting the mission of Camp For All for many more years to come. Over the past three decades, Camp For All has served more than 180,000 campers, helping them realize that their challenges do not define them.

“During my week at Camp, I found friends who understand and share my experiences, faced fears that I was sure I would never get over and made lasting memories,” shared camper Adeline Jansson. “I also found the time to chill out, breathe and just be a kid again.”

To learn more about Camp For All, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Julia Bernstein at julia@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
This year marks a milestone for Camp For All as the organization celebrates 30 years of helping children and adults with special needs or challenging illnesses discover life through learning what they can do, as opposed to what they can’t in a truly unique barrier-free environment. First envisioned in 1993, Camp For All officially started welcoming campers to its site in Burton, Texas in 1998. Today, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults, and families throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. 

Nonprofit to Host 30th Birthday Gala in Burton, TX to Recognize Key Anniversary

HOUSTON (August 29, 2023) –  Camp For All, a local nonprofit that transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs through barrier-free experiences, is thrilled to announce another celebration of its milestone 30th birthday. On October 12, 2023, the Camp Friends Board is excited to welcome supporters to Star Place at Camp For All in Burton, TX for a spectacular birthday bash beginning at 6 p.m. Partygoers can expect a fun filled evening with cake, balloons, an auction and more!

Over the past three decades, Camp For All has empowered more than 180,000 campers,

helping them realize their challenges do not define them. Each day spent at Camp allows them to explore their limitless potential through horseback riding, archery, swimming, rock climbing and many more activities that once seemed impossible. Camp For All has made it its mission to show campers that not even the sky is the limit. It is through the support of the community that this organization and its participants have thrived for 30 years and will continue to do so for years to come.

“Over the past 30 years we have accomplished more than we could have ever imagined,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “It’s an honor to witness Camp For All turn 30 and continue to thrive! We look forward to celebrating this milestone anniversary with our wonderful Camp For All family, without whom we could not have reached this moment.”

Tickets for the Camp For All Birthday Gala  start at $500. To purchase tickets or donate an auction item, please visit campforall.org/events.

To learn more about Camp For All and the 30th Birthday Gala, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Julia Bernstein at julia@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
This year marks a milestone for Camp For All as the organization celebrates 30 years of helping children and adults with special needs or challenging illnesses discover life through learning what they can do, as opposed to what they can’t, in a truly unique barrier-free environment. First envisioned in 1993, Camp For All officially started welcoming campers to its site in Burton, Texas in 1998. Today, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults, and families throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. 

Local Nonprofit Will Host 30th Anniversary Gala To Commemorate the Anniversary

HOUSTON (November 15, 2022) –  Camp For All, a nonprofit that transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs through barrier-free experiences, is thrilled to announce its 30th Anniversary Gala to kick off a year-long celebration. The gala will be held at The Revaire on January 21, 2023 at 6 p.m. CT.

The special evening will feature inspiring thoughts from past and current Camp For All campers, a silent auction, wine pull and a fabulous live auction featuring once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Co-chairs Laurie and Chris Baker and Debra and Steve Gilbreath are excited to welcome attendees and celebrate this important milestone with supporters. The evening will honor Martha and Buzz White and Patrick Samuels for their longtime support and dedication to Camp For All.

“Our supporters and community have been the backbone of Camp For All throughout the decades, and they are the reason our special campers discover life,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “We are excited to continue delivering the Camp For All mission with a passionate staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming.”

Camp For All is a barrier-free camp that works in partnership with more than 65 other nonprofit organizations to enrich the lives of children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs and their families. Camp For All aims to raise $2.6 million annually through fundraising events to support its mission and campers. Over the past 30 years, the organization has empowered more than 175,000 campers, helping them realize their challenges do not define them.

“It’s a huge honor to witness the transformation of campers’ lives every day,” said Allen McBride, Camp Director of Camp For All. “These 30 years are just the beginning for our organization. We look forward to serving many more campers in the coming years.” 

Tickets start at $1,500. To purchase gala tickets or donate an auction item, please visit campforall.org/events.

To learn more about Camp For All and the 30th Anniversary Gala, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Julia Bernstein at julia@likemindstalk.com. 

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
Camp For All transforms the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs. Founded in 1993 by two Houston physicians and a father of a child with cancer, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000  children, adults and families, mostly from the greater Houston area, throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits. Programming includes Camp For All 2U, the award-winning outreach program that brings activities and programming to hospital-bound patients.

Local Nonprofit Celebrated Three Decades of Barrier-Free Life Changing Experiences 

HOUSTON (January 23, 2023) – On January 21st, Camp For All hosted its 30th Anniversary Gala, at The Revaire, to kick off a year-long celebration in honor of three decades of transforming the world for children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs through barrier-free experiences. The gala raised more than $1.2 million. 

Co-chairs Laurie and Chris Baker and Debra and Steve Gilbreath excitedly welcomed guests for a wonderful evening that featured inspiring thoughts from past and current Camp For All campers, a silent auction, wine pull and a fabulous live auction boasting once-in-a-lifetime experiences. In addition, the evening honored Martha and Buzz White and Patrick Samuels for their longtime support and dedication to Camp For All. The night also featured the reveal of a proclamation from the City of Houston designating January 21st as Camp For All Day.

Throughout the evening Masters of Ceremonies Lisa Malosky and Angela Wrigglesworth kept the energy level of the crowd high. In a particularly moving moment during the gala, Camper Mayra Delacruz shared touching memories of her Camp For All experiences. At the age of two, Delacruz was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. Delacruz’s outlook and future changed when she entered the Camp For All grounds.

“My outlook and my future changed when I stepped onto the Camp For All grounds,” said Mayra. “My first time attending Camp For All was at age 14 through Easter Seals, Camp Smiles. I was a scared and timid child who had never ventured out of her parents’ protection, stepping into the world outside her bubble. That week, I had fun doing activities that I never thought would be possible for me: ziplining, canoeing, and riding a horse. This initial experience allowed me to gain knowledge of the greater disability community and step out of my comfort zone.”

Funds raised during the gala go toward helping Camp For All welcome the nearly 9,000 campers that visit its 206-acre campsite each year. Working in partnership with more than 65 other nonprofit organizations, Camp For All enriches the lives of children and adults with challenging illnesses or special needs and their families. Over the past 30 years, the organization has empowered nearly 180,000 campers, helping them realize their challenges do not define them.

“Thanks to the generosity of our supporters and community over the past 30 years,
Camp For All has been able to bring tremendous joy and light to the amazing campers and their families that visit us each year,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “We are so excited to celebrate this milestone moment and we look forward to delivering on the Camp For All mission for many more years to come.” 

To learn more about Camp For All, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Julia Bernstein at julia@likemindstalk.com.

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ABOUT CAMP FOR ALL
This year marks a milestone for Camp For All as the organization celebrates 30 years of helping children and adults with special needs or challenging illnesses discover life through learning what they can do, as opposed to what they can’t in a truly unique barrier-free environment. First envisioned in 1993, Camp For All officially started welcoming campers to its site in Burton, Texas in 1998. Today, Camp For All is recognized as a national leader in creating and providing proven life-changing experiences through a passionate and professional staff, cutting-edge facilities and innovative programming. Camp For All enriches the lives of nearly 9,000 children, adults, and families throughout the year through collaborations and partnerships with more than 65 other nonprofits.