AbleLight leadership and Board members experience camp alongside individuals supported
AbleLight Camp is about creating opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to build friendships, try new activities, and make lasting memories. Recently, individuals supported from Denver, Fort Collins, and Grand Junction came together for the first Colorado camp session of the summer at Lutheran Valley Retreat.
Throughout the week, campers embraced new experiences and longtime favorites, including horseback riding, archery, axe throwing, zip lining, fishing, hiking, karaoke, arts and crafts, games and more. The days were filled with laughter, encouragement, and opportunities to connect with one another in a supportive and welcoming environment.
While camp is packed with fun activities, its impact extends far beyond a single week. Campers build confidence, strengthen friendships, and discover new interests while experiencing a sense of belonging that continues long after camp ends.
Members from our Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors joined camp during the week, participating in activities and experiencing firsthand the connections, growth, and community that make this experience so meaningful.
AbleLight is grateful to everyone who helped make the first camp session of the summer possible, including our sponsors—Developmental Pathways and Cathi’s Table, Lutheran Valley Retreat, our youth group volunteers, and the amazing AbleLight team members who helped create an unforgettable week.
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About AbleLight Thrift Shop
AbleLight Thrift Shops create inclusive jobs and provide training for people with developmental disabilities while offering quality secondhand goods to local communities. AbleLight currently operates 12 locations across seven states. One hundred percent of profits support AbleLight programs that help people with developmental disabilities flourish through safe housing, employment support, health and wellness services, and community inclusion. To learn more, visit ablelight.org/thrift-stores.
About AbleLight
Founded in 1904, AbleLight is a national leader in delivering life-changing services that empower people with developmental disabilities to flourish in life and in their communities. The nonprofit organization fosters independence and inclusion across the US through comprehensive, individualized support services. Guided by Christian love, AbleLight’s programs ensure safe housing, reduce isolation, support employment goals, and promote health and wellness.