Helen Keller Foundation to Support North Carolina Surf Camps for Visual and Hearing Impaired Children
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C., May 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- "We want to leave the world a better place," said Keller Johnson-Thompson, announcing a three-year program supporting North Carolina surf camps for visual and hearing impaired children.
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Johnson-Thompson is the great-grand niece of Helen Keller, and serves as Vice President of the Helen Keller Foundation in Tuscumbia, Alabama.
Helen Keller, born both deaf and blind, left an inspirational legacy of achievement against insurmountable odds. Keller's advocacy to "see the possibilities" continues today through the Helen Keller Foundation.
"Water is magical," said Jack Viorel, President of North Carolina's Indo Jax Surf Charities. "As water opened doors for Helen Keller, surf camps tap inner-joy and self-confidence, removing barriers for the future." Keller Johnson-Thompson agreed, saying, "We know surf camp will open doors and opportunities for these kids."
Alex Munroe, committed supporter of the Helen Keller Foundation said, "Surf Camp will provide a gateway for the children to jump into the water and follow Helen Keller's example of taking risks." Munroe's company, Alert Tile, manufactures warning systems used around the world at crosswalks and on walkways. Alert Tile donates a portion of all sales to the Helen Keller Foundation.
Indo Jax Surf Charities will conduct the Keller-backed visual and hearing impaired surf camps in July. The North Carolina camps are open to children regardless of state or nationality.
Wrightsville Beach and surrounding communities have a long history of reaching out to special needs kids and adults. Life Rolls On, for people with spinal injuries; Surfers Healing for children with autism; Wounded Warriors surf camps; Juvenile Diabetes and Cystic Fibrosis camps; all designed to help people realize possibilities and move forward in life.
Special Diet and Lodging
For special menu and lodging needs contact Blockade Runner Beach Resort, a long-time supporter of charitable surf camps. Call 910.256.2251 or visit www.blockade-runner.com
Surf Camp Media Photos and Logos
Surf Camp Calendar |
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Indo Jax Surf Charities |
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May 27-29 |
Boys and Girls Clubs of Wilmington |
June 17-19 |
Juvenile Diabetes |
June 23-26 |
Children of Belarus |
July |
Helen Keller Foundation Month |
July 14-18 |
Visually Impaired Surf Camp |
July 28-31 |
Hearing Impaired Surf Camp |
Aug 11-14 |
Boys and Girls Home of Waccamaw |
Aug 18 |
Surfers Healing |
Aug 19-21 |
Autism Surf Camp |
Sept 13 |
Wounded Warriors Camp |
Ocean Cure Charity Camps |
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June 3 |
Boys and Girls Club |
June 21 |
Life Rolls On |
Aug 4-7 |
Wounded Warrior Project Surf Camp |
Aug 16 |
Visually Impaired Camp |
Aug 18 - 21 |
Autism Camp |
Sept 16 |
Little Pink Houses of Hope |
Oct 1 |
Little Pink Houses of Hope |
Friday's |
Team Jelly Fish |
(Aug 31-Nov 16) |
Contact Information: |
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Jack Viorel |
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P. 910.274.3565 |
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Kevin Murphy |
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P. 910.431.0594 |
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John Pike |
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Wrightsville Beach |
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P. 910.791.8240 |
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Brittany Burdine |
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P. 910.256.2251 |
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Robert B Butler | PR | www.NCPressRelease.org |
SOURCE Indo Jax Surf Charities
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