Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
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Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Camp For All Disco Rodeo Dazzles
Houston Boots, Big Hearts, and a Huge Donor-powered Night for Camp For All
Camp For All, a nationally recognized leader in special needs camping for all ages announced the resounding success of its annual Houston Gala, Disco Rodeo: A Boots & Boogie Ball, held at The Revaire in Houston. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of its donors, the event raised $1.2 million for barrier-free Camp For All, fueling its mission to provide life-changing experiences to thousands of campers throughout the year.
“The night was an inspiring reminder that Camp For All is powered by the incredible generosity of people who believe in our mission,” said Pat Prior Sorrells, President and CEO of Camp For All. “Because of our donors, sponsors, and supporters, children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs are discovering life at Camp. The impact of their support will be felt for years to come.”
The evening honored two distinguished champions of Camp For All: The Charles Jago Elder Foundation and Trustees, Sarah Hastings, Mary Fleming, and David Lummis, and immediate past Camp For All Board Chair Julie Taetz. Their vision, goodwill, and leadership have helped shape Camp For All into the life-changing place it is today.
“Being recognized by Camp For All is deeply meaningful to me, because this organization and its mission hold a very special place in my heart,” said Taetz. “Camp For All represents hope, possibility, and unconditional belonging for so many children and adults, and it is an honor to support a mission I am profoundly passionate about.”
Former camper Sebastian Driver and his mother, Garia Moore, delivered one of the evening’s most powerful moments as guest speakers, sharing Sebastian’s personal Camp journey and its lasting impact on his life. He attended Camp For All from the age of seven until he was 22 with Camp For All nonprofit Partner, Easter Seals of Greater Houston, and its Camp Most and Camp Smiles for children, teens, and young adults who have cerebral palsy. Drawing on his experience, Driver noted that Camp For All fostered a sense of confidence and independence, empowering him to embrace challenges and believe in his abilities.
“Camp For All is where I met all my beautiful, amazing friends,” Driver shared. His mother added, “Camp is where Sebastian learned to be himself.” Their words reminded us that Camp For All is more than a place – it’s a feeling of belonging, confidence, and independence that endures long after Camp ends. Sebastian closed with a powerful message: “Please open your heart to more kids like me.”
The celebration included an exciting milestone with the announcement of Camp For All Chappell Hill, a second innovative, barrier-free Camp located in Chappell Hill, Texas. Like Camp For All Burton, Camp For All Chappell Hill will feature adaptive recreational environments, fully accessible cabins, medical facilities, and food services to meet a variety of dietary needs on nearly 380 acres donated by the Charles Jago Elder Foundation, founded by Virginia and John Elder in memory of their son, Nick.
Scheduled to open in summer 2027, this expansion will have the capacity to double the number of campers served each year, marking a significant step forward in ensuring even more children and adults with challenging illnesses, disabilities, or special needs can experience the life-changing magic of Camp For All.
“The success of Disco Rodeo would not have been possible without the dedication of our volunteers. I am grateful to our co-chairs, Kendall and Matt Chuchla and Lauren and Conrad Gibbins, as well as the Disco Rodeo Host and Gala Committees, for their leadership, creativity, and passion,” said Sorrells. “Thanks also to Katelyn Maida of 93Q Country who served as our emcee and brought her high-energy, fun-forward presence to the evening. Together, their efforts elevated the celebration and created a meaningful night for Camp For All and our campers.”
To learn more about Camp For All, visit campforall.org. For media inquiries, please contact Lauren Santerre at lauren@likemindstalk.com.
Photo credit: Daniel Ortiz Photography.
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.
