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Guide, Feedback, and Issue Reporting

 * mtk@campkamassa.com
 * (601) 892-1117

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 * HOME
 * OUR HISTORY
 * CAMP KAMASSA
 * GALLERY
 * EVENTS
 * SUPPORT
 * FAQ
 * CONTACT
 * RESOURCES
   * FINANCIALS
   * ENDOWMENT FUND
   * CASE STATEMENT
   * NAMING OPPORTUNITIES
   * WISH LIST



 * HOME
 * OUR HISTORY
 * CAMP KAMASSA
 * GALLERY
 * EVENTS
 * SUPPORT
 * FAQ
 * CONTACT
 * RESOURCES
   * FINANCIALS
   * ENDOWMENT FUND
   * CASE STATEMENT
   * NAMING OPPORTUNITIES
   * WISH LIST





CREATING A BETTER FUTURE

A Camp designed for Children & Adults living with Chronic Illness and Special
Needs.

DONATE NOW
Get to know about us


WHAT DOES "KAMASSA" MEAN?

The camp is located in Copiah County, Mississippi. "Copiah" is a Choctaw word
that means, "Calling Panther." With this in mind, we contacted the Choctaws in
north MS and asked for a word that would best represent the remarkable children
and adults we aim to serve. "Kamassa" (pronounced Kuh-MAH-suh) is the word that
was given, meaning "toughness; to persevere under difficulties and not give up."
We believe this is the perfect name for this camp!
 * PARTNERSHIPS: LETS WORK TOGETHER

 * VOLUNTEERS: MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Camp Kamassa

– Mississippi’s Toughest Kids Foundation


CREATING A BETTER FUTURE

A Camp designed for Children & Adults living with Chronic Illness and Special
Needs.

DONATE NOW

Get to know about us


WHAT DOES "KAMASSA" MEAN?

The camp is located in Copiah County, Mississippi. "Copiah" is a Choctaw word
that means, "Calling Panther." With this in mind, we contacted the Choctaws in
north MS and asked for a word that would best represent the remarkable children
and adults we aim to serve. "Kamassa" (pronounced Kuh-MAH-suh) is the word that
was given, meaning "toughness; to persevere under difficulties and not give up."
We believe this is the perfect name for this camp!
 * PARTNERSHIPS: LETS WORK TOGETHER

 * VOLUNTEERS: MAKE A DIFFERENCE & GROW

Camp Kamassa

– Mississippi’s Toughest Kids Foundation

Creating a Better Future for Children and Adults Living with Special Needs! 

DONATE NOW


THE NEED

People of all ages who are affected by special needs have limited recreational
opportunities in our state. There is no other year-round, barrier-free, fully
accessible facility like Camp Kamassa in the state of Mississippi. 


OUR VISION

Our desire is to provide a place where ALL campers will experience the fun,
adventure, educational, and therapeutic benefits of traditional camping
experiences regardless of their unique abilities.


OUR MISSION

We have set out to build and maintain Camp Kamassa, Mississippi’s first and only
year-round, fully handicap-accessible camp facility for children and adults with
chronic illness, physical and intellectual challenges, and other special needs.

Mississippi's Toughest Kids Foundation


A PLACE TO BELONG

Camp Kamassa aims to be a place of hope, acceptance, and endless possibilities
for children and adults who courageously face many obstacles, such as:

 * The challenge of living in a world not set up for their unique abilities.
 * The desire to thrive rather than just survive.
 * A yearning to be seen for their abilities, rather than their disabilities.

We believe every individual should be seen with value, gifts to contribute, and
opportunities to participate, learn, and grow.

Children and adults who visit Camp Kamassa will discover a place that affirms
their belonging, purpose, and unique abilities.


CAMP KAMASSA'S FIRST CAMP


CAMP KAMASSA WELCOMED RADICALLY AGAINST DYSTROPHY (RAD) IN JULY 2024 TO TEST OUT
THE ACCESSIBILITY OF OUR FACILITIES. CHECK OUT THE HIGHLIGHTS BELOW.


How you can help


HAVE YOU HEARD? WE'RE OPENING IN 2025!

Our campus is nearing the point where we can begin hosting groups and events. We
are SO EXCITED! With this preparation, there are many items needed to make the
facility functional for our campers and guests. Please view our Wish List and
consider how you might be able to offset some of these expenses for Camp
Kamassa. We appreciate your support!
PURCHASE ITEM(S) FROM WISH LIST




THE BENEFITS OF THE CAMPING EXPERIENCE



Make level paths for your feet so that the lame may not be disabled but rather
healed.” – Hebrews 12:13 


HEALED? HOW CAN A CHILD BE HEALED AT CAMP?

Often, individuals with special needs come to camp carrying a lot of self-pity,
bitterness, anger, sadness, or loneliness. Being part of a camp can increase
confidence and independence. Campers develop friendships and build relationships
both with other campers and with caring counselors. Spending several days with
others who face the same challenges can truly encourage and promote healing. The
many planned activities are great for needed exercise and encourage imagination,
learning, and adventure. Campers often try out new things and achieve more than
they ever thought they could. They come away changed, motivated, and inspired!
So often, campers will say that camp is the best part of their year - something
they look forward to with eagerness and excitement.

While it’s essential for a medical camp to have nurses and doctors available to
attend to the campers’ medical requirements, it’s also important to note that
these medical professionals engage in recreational activities at camp. This
allows campers to not only receive medical care but also to form genuine
connections with the same professionals in a relaxed environment. These
relationships often endure beyond the camp experience. 


What they’re saying


TESTIMONIALS

More foundations like this one need more national recognition.
The work they do for special needs children is a blessing. I encourage anyone
who is in town to stop by the office & see the many projects soon to come.
Martin V.

So excited to have a special needs camp for our daughter as well as all families
with special needs children.
Andy Lofton

This place is working hard to meet the needs of children that have special needs
and truly have something special going on there!
Andrew LaFontaine

A dream that will make a difference "...this facility is a diamond in the rough.
You go by there, you see it, and you fall in love with it. It's nice to see a
dream of individuals come together.
This is one of those dreams that will make a difference."
Congressman Bennie G. Thompson

Amazing staff, compassionately dedicated to their mission to
improve the development
of an amazing group of kids.
An absolute blessing to see an organization like this making strides to expand
their capabilities!
Brad Frank

More foundations like this one need more national recognition.
The work they do for special needs children is a blessing. I encourage anyone
who is in town to stop by the office & see the many projects soon to come.
Martin V.

So excited to have a special needs camp for our daughter as well as all families
with special needs children.
Andy Lofton

This place is working hard to meet the needs of children that have special needs
and truly have something special going on there!
Andrew LaFontaine

A dream that will make a difference "...this facility is a diamond in the rough.
You go by there, you see it, and you fall in love with it. It's nice to see a
dream of individuals come together.
This is one of those dreams that will make a difference."
Congressman Bennie G. Thompson

Amazing staff, compassionately dedicated to their mission to
improve the development
of an amazing group of kids.
An absolute blessing to see an organization like this making strides to expand
their capabilities!
Brad Frank

More foundations like this one need more national recognition.
The work they do for special needs children is a blessing. I encourage anyone
who is in town to stop by the office & see the many projects soon to come.
Martin V.





KAMASSA UPDATES & NEWS


CONSTRUCTION CONTINUES



Exciting things are happening at Camp Kamassa! Our 3300-square-foot pool with
zero entry is now in the ground and construction on the cafeteria and infirmary
is underway. We are hard at work preparing for the future. Stay tuned for what’s
next!


PREPARING FOR 2025



It’s official…we have a Camp Director! We are excited to add Andrew Vincent to
our team as this is a huge step in helping us open our camp NEXT YEAR! Learn
more about Andrew and all that is coming together at Camp Kamassa.


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CREATING A BETTER FUTURE FOR THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

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Camp Kamassa aims to be a place of hope, acceptance, and endless possibilities
for children and adults who courageously face many obstacles. Our desire is to
provide a place where ALL campers will experience the fun, adventure,
educational, and therapeutic benefits of traditional camping experiences
regardless of their unique abilities. 

 

LINKS AND RESOURCES

 * HOME
 * OUR HISTORY
 * CAMP KAMASSA
 * GALLERY
 * EVENTS
 * SUPPORT
 * WISH LIST
 * FAQ

 * FINANCIALS
 * ENDOWMENT FUND
 * CASE STATEMENT
 * NAMING OPPORTUNITIES

 * CONTACT

CONTACT INFO

 * Email: mtk@campkamassa.com
 * Phone: +1(601) 892-1117
 * Address: 123 E. Georgetown Street, Crystal Springs, MS
 * Mailing Address: P.O. Box 520, Crystal Springs, MS 39059



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