Racine’s Camp History

Every summer since 2002, more than 50 dedicated volunteers gather at a peaceful campground in southern Wisconsin to welcome a busload of remarkable children ages 7 to 11. These children have endured experiences no child should ever face—abuse, neglect, abandonment, and multiple foster care placements.

For one unforgettable week, we give them something different: safety, joy, and the freedom to simply be kids.

💛 What Camp Provides

Royal Family KIDS Camp surrounds each child with encouragement, affirmation, and love. With a 1:2 counselor-to-camper ratio, every child receives personal attention and support during activities like swimming, fishing, boating, woodworking, crafts, and group games.

When campers arrive, their expressions tell a story—some are excited and ready to dive in, while others carry fear, uncertainty, or guardedness from past hurts. Over the course of the week, we watch those walls come down. Smiles return. Laughter grows. Hope takes root. Witnessing that transformation is a privilege for every volunteer.

🎉 Memories That Last

Our camp is designed to create positive, lasting memories. Campers enjoy special celebrations, including a full birthday party complete with inflatable decorations and gifts—because every child deserves to be celebrated.

Before heading home, each camper receives meaningful mementos such as an MP3 player, duffel bag, t-shirts, and other keepsakes to remind them of the joy and belonging they experienced.

We work closely with Racine County Foster Services to identify the children who will benefit most from camp. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we rely entirely on the generosity of corporate sponsors, individual donors, service organizations, and fundraising events.

Because of this support, there is no financial burden placed on foster families or county human services. Everything we do—from meals to activities to gifts—is provided at no cost to them.

🙌 Join Us

We are always seeking volunteers who want to make a difference—whether at camp, through fundraising, or by supporting our mission in other ways. Together, we can continue offering hope, healing, and unforgettable memories to children who need them most.