The early reports are in and it appears summer camp was a big success. There were three sessions with a total of 191 campers. American teams were on hand for two of the three sessions. The thirteen campers listed below were sponsored by Mulberry. Generous gifts from American teams covered most the cost. The balance came out of our operating budget.
Lera H. (8) daughter of a single Mom, attends the computer club at Pilgrim
Anzhelika N. (7) from a family at risk, very active
Kolya R. (8) from a family at risk, recommended by the government children's dept.
Nikita O. (10) from a family at risk, likes all sports
Danil I. (6) son of a single Mom, a daily visitor to Pilgrim
Vova S. (10) son of a single Mom, likes to draw
Alena N. (11) an orphan, her Mom died while she was at another camp
Lola A. (7) from a family at risk, enjoys dance classes at Pilgrim
Danil I. (6) attended camp twice, his Mom works seven days a week
Vika S. (14) three sisters who regularly come to Pilgrim so they can study
Vita S. (14) there are 14 children in the family, single Mom
Olya S. (11) this is a third sister, their father was murdered
Katya B. (15) from a family at risk, friend of the S. sisters
Special thanks to those who helped give these children a break from their very difficult lives.
It isn't too early to begin planning to be one of the American teams visiting next year's camps.
Don't grow weary.
Charles
