To our CCK Families, Partners, and Friends,
As we navigate this uncertain time, we do so knowing there is great power in community. Though we are physically distant, we are reminded every day of the community that is created at CCK, and keep all of our camper families, donors, and volunteers in our hearts.
Today, I am writing to share that we have made the difficult decision to suspend our fall weekend retreat programming. As we consider the unknown progression of the COVID-19 virus, and the potential impact conducting onsite programming can have, this is the most responsible option for us.
As we move forward into the remaining summer season, we will continue to monitor CDC guidelines, as well as state and national developments regarding the COVID-19 situation. We’re grateful for your support and understanding as we continue to navigate this evolving situation.
To keep up to date on CCK’s response to COVID-19, please visit our web site at www.courageouskids.org
Joanie O’Bryan
President/CEO
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Thursday, September 17, 2020
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MOONSHINE & MUSIC WILL BE POSTPONED TO 2021.
Please save the date and plan to join us on November 20, 2021 at Highland Stables.
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CCK understands and strives to create a place where every child, no matter their ability, can participate in all that camp has to offer! Going to summer camp is an act of courage. CCK understands that too.
The First Timer’s Buddy System is designed to help your First Timer transition to independent camping at CCK by allowing him/her to bring a sibling or a friend to camp during his/her first summer camp experience. No matter your child’s age or if you have attended a Family Weekend Retreat in the past, if 2020 will be your child’s first summer experience at CCK, the First Timer’s Buddy System may be right for you!
For more information about how this applies to your child, please call our Admissions Office at 270-618-2912 and ask to speak with Brenda Chandler or email at bchandler@courageouskids.org.
This fantastic group of volunteers made a wonderful addition to this past weekend's cardiac family retreat! The students of Lindsey Wilson's Bonner and practicum programs, the University of Kentucky's Alternative Spring Break program, and Indiana University's Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students spent the weekend with CCK offering their talents, time and passion for servitude to impact the families we serve! Thank you for representing CCK and your universities in such a tremendous fashion!
The 2020 spring weekend retreat season kicked off in style as we welcomed 30 families for our cardiac conditions retreat. The weekend was filled with endless activities, newfound friendships, and family memories that can be revisited throughout the year! Special thanks to Norton Children's Hospital and BraveHearts for their support in making such a wonderful experience come to life!
The story of 2020 at CCK begins today! We're blasting off into the final frontier for our cardiac weekend retreat, and are excited to welcome 30 families this weekend! Partnering with Norton Children's Hospital and BraveHearts, this weekend promises to be filled with non-stop fun and community building that is sure to kick off our season in style!
Summer Camp at CCK is a magical time. It's a time where our Courageous Campers come together, each with their own individual story to tell. Our hope is that CCK will become a special part of their story. We want to be the chapter they look back on that will remind them of their resilience and their youthful enthusiasm. We want them to always remember the place and time where they became a part of a community of inspiration, empowerment, and friendship. #astorytoremember #summer2020
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