OUR VISION
A world class medical camping facility in the rolling hills of Scottsville, Kentucky providing a cost-free, safe, and fun camping experience for seriously ill and disabled children and their families.

OUR MISSION
To uplift children who have life-threatening illnesses by creating experiences year-round that are memorable, exciting, fun, build self-esteem, are physically safe, and medically sound.

ANNOUNCING OUR ON-LINE CAMP STORE!  Many of you inquired as to how you may purchase a t-shirt, blanket, or other Center for Courageous Kids item to show your support.  We're pleased to announce the Camp Store is now OFFICIALLY OPEN!!  Click on the Camp Store link at the top of the page and shop til you drop!  On behalf of everyone here at The Center for Courageous Kids, thank you for "showing your colors"...and wearing ours!!   

DONATIONS come in all shapes and sizes! 

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WOW.  Look what this one young lady accomplished in her fundraising efforts on our behalf.  Over 400 books were lovingly donated to our medical center.  Isn't that fabulous??  YOU can make a difference in the life of a child living with a life threatening illness or medical challenge.   

Jane Beshear, First Lady Commonwealth of Kentucky, visits The Center for Courageous Kids

Many thanks to Mrs. Beshear for taking time from her busy schedule to tour The Center for Courageous Kids.  We had a great time sharing stories, touring the facility, and inspiring a new and gracious friend.  

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A $2500 grant was recently made possible through the Million Dollar Round Table Foundation in Park Ridge, IL and Kentucky resident Donna Ratliff which was used towards the purchase of a four-passenger golf cart.  Special thanks to Donna and the MDRT Foundation for their support of The Center for Courageous Kids!

Other News & Events

Our Grand Opening and Dedication Day welcomed government representatives from across our multi-state service area, healthcare partners, representatives from the area pediatric centers of excellence, community leaders, VIP's and others as we officially dedicated the campus.  Below is a sampling of the hundreds of photos taken at this most memorable and celebratory day. 

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 Barbecue and Music are crowd pleasers.JPG  Savannah and Bridgette.JPG

South Central Bank makes a $25K contribution to The Center for Courageous Kids.  THANK YOU for this marvelous show of support for our area's bravest children. 

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For additional information on how you can sponsor a camper, name a bed, schedule a speaker, make an individual or corporate donation, or creatively get involved in The Center for Courageous Kids, give us a call at 270 618-2900.        




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