October 27, 2011
Giving Kids a World of Good
YMCA Camp Duncan - Gives Kids a World of Good.
For more than 20 years, there has been an amazing international influence at YMCA Camp Duncan. From international staff, theme days, and even campers - the cultural flavor at camp has made a huge impact on the camper experience. YMCA Camp Duncan is a summer camp home for children with diabetes, tourette syndrome, kidney disease, neurological disorders and children that are burn surviors.
- 35 campers attended Tourette Syndrome camp sponsored by the Tourette Syndrome Camp Organization.
- 81 campers who are burn survivors attended Camp I Am Me sponsored by the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance.
- 221 campers with diabetes attended Triple D Camp sponsored by the Northern Illinois American Diabetes Association.
- 364 resident and day campers, received scholarship assistance to attend Camp Duncan's resident and day camp programs.
Join us in an international celebreation benefitting children with medical and finacial needs. March 10, 2012 at the Biltmore Country Club in Barrington, Illinois. For more information contact Susie Melton.
You can also help support the Gala by:
- donating an item for the silent auction (wine, sporting event tickets, games, golf outtings etc)
- donating an item for the live auction (condo or time shares, electronics, etc)
- attend the Gala
- make a monetary donation online to our Gala
For more information contact Susie Melton.
