Mid-Michigan RFKC Camp #1
ABOUT US
Mid-Michigan RFKC was founded in 1995 by two area ministers whose passion for children drew them to Royal Family Kids Camps, Inc., an organization whose mission is to create "positive memories for abused children, ages 7-11, in a one-week camp experience sponsored by local churches". After a year of hard work and determination, Mid-Michigan RFKC founders saw the dream of getting kids to camp become a reality and the middle of June has never been the same! In 1998, a second camp was added in an effort to accommodate even more area children and today, Mid-Michigan RFKC is still going strong!
While at camp, children participate in activities that are purposefully designed to be fun, non-competitive and non-threatening. Our camper to counselor ratio is 2:1 and at least 30 additional staff add to the fun! God's love is modeled consistently through our trained staff which also includes Camp Aunts and Uncles, Camp Grandparents...you could say it's a big "family"! Each camper is sure to feel supported as they enjoy waterfront activities, games, sports, activity centers, Bible stories, woodworking, archery, drama, and the crowd favorite--"Everybody's Birthday Party"!
Because RFKC is sponsored by the local church, it is absolutely free for campers and there is no cost to families/caregivers.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Third Annual "Superheroes Dessert Fundraiser"
Come and enjoy the atmosphere of the beautiful H Hotel in downtown Midland! This special evening will include fine desserts presented by various local businesses, live music, an exciting silent auction with incredible items and a short program featuring inspirational speaker and author of "Castaway Kid", Rob Mitchell! Mark your calendars and be a "Superhero" to a deserving boy or girl!
WHEN: Tuesday, April 12, 2011 from 6:00-8:00 (short program at 7:00PM)
WHERE: The H Hotel, downtown Midland
TICKET INFORMATION: Advance tickets are $20 each and available at the office of Christian Celebration Center and at Pathway Christian Bookstore in Midland.
VOLUNTEER
All positions at camp require an application, interview, background screening and 12 to 14 hours of mandatory training. For your convenience, applications for new counselors/staff are available electronically by clicking on the "camp" tab located at the top of this page and selecting "download camp forms". RFKC also welcomes your support through prayer, participation in fund raisers and special events, behind-the-scenes tasks, the donation of needed items...the possibilities are endless!
June Camp and Training Dates for 2011
Training Location: Christian Celebration Center (CCC) 6100 Swede Avenue Midland
- Mid-Michigan RFKC Camp #1: June 10-June 15, 2011
- All Staff Training with Wayne Tesch: Saturday, April 2, 2011 8:00AM-12:00 Noon, CCC Fellowship Hall (downstairs)
- New Staff Training: Sunday, May 1, 2011 12:30PM-4:30PM CCC Room 200 Series Rooms (upstairs).
- All Staff Training: Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 8:30AM-12:30PM, CCC Fellowship Hall (downstairs)
- Final Staff Training: Saturday, June 4, 2011 from 8:30AM-12:30PM, CCC Fellowship Hall (downstairs)
Training is an opportunity to learn from gifted speakers and highly qualified professionals in the area of Child Abuse and Neglect. Training is the most important tool we have in building a strong team and arriving at camp in unity with one another. Training is mandatory for all volunteers!
SPONSORING ORGANIZATIONS
RFKC is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that provides its services without charge and has enjoyed the strong support of our community for over 14 years. Because of this partnership, we have made a difference to hundreds of children in the tri-city area. The cost of hosting the one-week camp each summer is approximately $30,000 but together, we can make it happen again this year! Our heartfelt thanks goes out to area service organizations, churches, business and individuals who have partnered with us over the years.
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