The Kaufman Lions Club has supported the Lions Camp in Kerrville, TX since 1952 when it was founded.
In 2011-12, I was president of the Kaufman Lions Club. I was familiar with the Texas Lions Camp even before that time because I had two grandsons with disabilities who were offered the opportunity to attend. Even though they were unable to go, I recognized the significance of such an amazing opportunity for children who are often excluded from participating in so many areas of life, particularly recreation and socialization. Even though we had supported the club financially for many years, most of us had never been there. Ever since then, a large group of us make an annual trek to Kerrville and serve the campers with a Friday evening “picnic”. I can’t express what it means to witness the children and their counselors in the camp setting.
The Texas Lions Camp is a gem for all Texas Lions. Its mission to provide, without charge, a camp for children with physical disabilities, diabetes and cancer from the State of Texas, regardless of race, religion or national origin. The goal of the camp to provide an atmosphere, wherein children who have physical disabilities will be allowed to achieve maximum personal growth and self-esteem. It was founded in 1948! Please see the link for the complete story.
Lion Carma Sullivan
Public Relations and Lions Camp At Large