Anna Gorges
With a desire to find experience working with special needs children, Anna Gorges has found so much more joining Rainbows in June 2016 as a Camp Woodchuck Lead, where she works in Room 118 with kids age 15-21. Only a couple weeks into Camp, Anna had no trouble bonding with the children right away. “I just […]
Camp Woodchuck
Coming into an organization like Rainbows United as a camp staffer can be very overwhelming. It sure was for me. But after only a week, I have learned more about children with special needs than in my entire life, while also having fun. My name is Justin. I’m a student at Wichita state University, and […]
Camp is meant to be experienced
As Volunteer Coordinator, my main duties and responsibilities when it came to Camp were soliciting businesses for in-kind donations for event needs, coordinating volunteers to assist and provide extra engagement in camp activities, and helping to facilitate choir trips to be as smooth as can be- whatever help that may be. Going into Camp, I […]
Camp Woodchuck 2015
Another fun-filled summer at Camp Woodchuck is underway! The 2015 theme is “Rainbows Got Unique Talent” giving campers the opportunity to show off their gifts and skills. “Camp is an incredible time for both our campers and staff,” said Lark Walker, Family Support Supervisor. “When we get to see a campers face light up because of […]
Camp Woodchuck Fashion Show
On Thursday, June 26, Camp Woodchuck was buzzing with excitement. The Fashion Show day had finally arrived and the campers could not wait to strut their stuff on the runway. Xenon International Academy provided hair and makeup services to transform each child into their character of choice. The faces of children became Indians, various animals, […]