Prairie Du Chien Knights of Columbus Supports Badger Camp!

 

Prairie Du Chien Knights of Columbus Donate to Wisconsin Badger Camp

            Wisconsin Badger Camp is proud to announce it is the recipient of a $753.46 donation from the Knights of Columbus Council #1840 of Prairie Du Chien. The hard work of the Prairie Du Chien Knights of Columbus is greatly appreciated. This donation will provide financial assistance to local individuals with developmental disabilities that attended Wisconsin Badger Camp this summer.

Located 10 miles south of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin Badger Camp is a non-profit organization that serves individuals with developmental disabilities by providing quality outdoor recreational experiences. Wisconsin Badger Camp accepts campers regardless of age, severity of a disability, or financial situation.  This summer over 900 individuals with developmental disabilities had the opportunity to experience swimming, hiking, camping, and making friends that last a lifetime at Wisconsin Badger Camp. 

“The Knights of Columbus Campion Council #1480 of Prairie Du Chien is proud to continue supporting Badger Camp and their important work,” Stu Bosworth said. “Knights Chuck Simmons and Steve Mercaitis are pleased to present a check from their 2013 Tootsie Roll Drive to Badger Camp,” said Bosworth.

Chuck Simmons is the Director of the Wisconsin Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Grant Program, which provides additional funds to organizations like Badger Camp for their major capital projects. Steve Mercaitis has been an annual Tootsie Roll volunteer for more than 43 years.

“On behalf of our board of directors, staff, and most importantly our campers, we would like to thank the Prairie Du Chien Knights of Columbus for their donation to Wisconsin Badger Camp,” Wisconsin Badger Camp Development/Communications Director, Kayla Smith said. “Wisconsin Badger Camp is extremely proud of our relationship with the Knights of Columbus and are very appreciative of their efforts to help us fulfill our mission of serving individuals with developmental disabilities,” Smith said.  

            If you or someone else you know would like more information on how to make a donation or tour information please call Wisconsin Badger Camp at (608) 348-9689 or visit our website at: www.badgercamp.org.

 Pictured from left to right:  Chuck Simmons, Development/Communications Director Kayla Smith, Steve Mercaitis