#campkindnessday
Acts of kindness occur every day at camp, and the best part is that campers take that spirit of kindness with them out into the world and spread it around. Join us in a celebration of kindness on July 24 … Continued
For more than 40 years, Camp Loyaltown has helped campers discover independence while experiencing the joys of friendship, fun and personal achievement free from challenges they face daily. Camp Loyaltown is a program of Citizens Options Unlimited, a leading provider of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Thank you, Camp Loyaltown! I’ll admit that I was nervous about sending my son, Ilyas, to sleepaway camp. But he did amazingly well and had a wonderful time! Loyaltown staff far exceeded my (high) expectations. I can’t thank you all enough and I am looking forward to sending Ilyas again next year! A special shout-out to Ashley, my son’s incredible 1:1 counselor!
- Alissa M.
Recent News
A New Storyteller for Camp Loyaltown
Returning Camp Loyaltown counselor and unit head Bianca Rinaldi has been selected to be a Camp America storyteller this year! Be sure to follow along with her on Instagram @bianc_rinaldi to get another perspective on life at camp! To learn … Continued
From a Camp Loyaltown Mom
How were you introduced to Camp Loyaltown? I was introduced to Camp Loyaltown in 2004 when my son, Noah was 7 years old. Another parent of a child with autism had told me that her son attended camp and loved … Continued
Casino Loyale – Dinner and Casino Night
Join us for a casino night fundraiser to benefit Camp Loyaltown. Casino games, raffle prizes, silent and live auction items. This year, the Camp Committee is proud to be recognizing Jolie Nemshin with their Rising Star Youth Leadership Award … Continued
The Daffodil Project
After receiving 500 daffodil bulbs to participate in the New Yorkers for Parks Daffodil Project, Camp Loyaltown respite campers aided in the process of planting, watering and tending to the bulbs as they take roots and prepare to bloom in … Continued
“Let me Tell you Something” by Tialy Marcellin
Camp Loyaltown camper Tialy Marcellin has opened a window into his journey with a disability in his piece titled “Let Me Tell You Something.” Tialy’s strength of mind and unwavering positive outlook on life are a true inspiration to the … Continued
Kindness Rocks at Camp Loyaltown
The “Kindness Rocks Project” has made its way to Camp Loyaltown! This project prides itself on the art of connection and was created to spread inspiration and happiness to passersby through randomly placed decorative rocks. After a visit from Nassau … Continued
Camp Loyaltown Campers Give Back
When the opportunity to give back to the local community presented itself to the Camp Loyaltown family, Session Three campers were happy to join together in a group effort to see the benefits of a garden to table system. Throughout … Continued