Category: Campership

WATERBURY — Unexpected good has come from the COVID-19 pandemic, thanks to the unwavering support of friends of the Greater Waterbury Campership Fund who believe in the nonprofit’s mission. The Campership Fund’s board of directors took a major, unprecedented step to ensure all eligible applicants for camperships will get their opportunity for a week of… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: Board takes unprecedented step to ensure all applicants get a week of fun

WATERBURY –– A couple recognizing and appreciating the outstanding character and goodness of a family friend once again has assisted the Greater Waterbury Campership Fund in its mission to send underprivileged area youngsters to camp. Jeff and Marie Scanlon, of Waterbury, made a $200 donation to the 2021 campaign in “loving memory” of Frank A. Longo,… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: Waterbury couple’s donation remembers beloved family friend

WATERBURY — Many loyal supporters of the Greater Waterbury Campership Fund remain regular donors to the cause because of the values and life lessons they believe that can be instilled through summertime fun at an outdoor camp. Denis O’Sullivan, a professional engineering consultant from Watertown, and his wife Rita are among those who fall into… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: Camp fund donors believe in its mission

WATERBURY — The Greater Waterbury Campership Fund is off to a promising start for the new year with donations already coming in, including a third installment from the Elsie R. Mannweiler Trust that was a major source of revenue in 2020. The 2021 campaign has not yet officially kicked off but donations are accepted year-round,… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: Mannweiler Trust among early bird donors with $51,884 gift

WATERBURY — The Greater Waterbury Campership Fund’s 2020 campaign heads into its final four days with an unprecedented collection of $208,778 in the coffers as the new year looms. The pandemic-altered year still allowed the Campership Fund to cover the tuition costs of $36,646 for the 72 underprivileged kids from the area who attended camp… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: Fund wrapping up for the year

WATERBURY — No one needs to be convinced the 2020 Christmas season is unlike any other because of the pandemic. Everyone is trying to make the best of a bad situation. Through it all, the Greater Waterbury Campership Fund can count its blessings this year thanks to the generous donations of individuals, large and small… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: As donations top $207K, Campership counts its blessings

WATERBURY — There’s no arguing that Santa Claus seemingly knows everything about everybody, especially who has been naughty or nice. The Jolly Ol’ Elf has put the Greater Waterbury Campership Fund in the latter category, fortunately. “Santa” sent in a gift card for $100 for the Campership Fund, which has been graciously accepted. Because gift… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: Fund receives donation from Santa himself

WATERBURY — With the months-long COVID-19 pandemic still surging, it was only a matter of time before it would become more closely intertwined with the Greater Waterbury Campership Fund than it already has. Beyond significantly altering the scope of the 2020 summer camping season, the coronavirus also indirectly elicited a generous donation from a Watertown… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: COVID survivors donate a thank you in honor of health workers

WATERBURY — The successful Greater Waterbury Campership Fund’s 2020 campaign heads into its final month having established a solid financial base to build upon heading into 2021. Donations have reached $206,528 thanks to the generous support of individuals, businesses, schools, civic groups, church organizations and philanthropic entities that have muted the disappointment of not having… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: As year ends, foundation looks solid

WATERBURY — The Greater Waterbury Campership Fund’s journey through 2020, like virtually all segments of society and lifestyle, was significantly effected by the COVID-19 pandemic that left program directors and supporters scrambling for answers and solutions. Yet despite the upheaval, silver linings emerged heading into Thanksgiving and the holiday season. “It’s unbelievable that we’ve done… Continue reading Greater Waterbury Campership Fund Update: Despite pandemic, fund has ‘a lot to be thankful for’