Every summer, when the school bell rings for the last time and the sun begins to blaze a little brighter, 11-year-old Everett knows exactly what time it is—Camp Quality time!
Since 2020, Everett and his sister Ruby have packed their bags, double-checked their flashlights, and headed to Camp Quality CMO, a place filled with laughter, friendship, and enough fun to last the whole year. For Everett, who was diagnosed with cancer back in 2017, Camp Quality is more than just a summer camp—it’s a place where he gets to feel like a regular kid again, surrounded by people who truly get him.
Ask anyone at camp, and they’ll tell you: Everett’s favorite place is by the lake, fishing rod in hand, waiting for the next big catch (or at least a slippery little one!). Whether the fish are biting or not, he’s all smiles, swapping jokes with friends and trading fishing tips like a pro. But it’s not just the fish that keep him coming back year after year—it’s the friends who’ve become like family and the volunteers who make every moment unforgettable.
When he’s not out by the lake, you can usually find Everett in the Arts and Crafts cabin, glue stick in one hand and glitter everywhere. He throws himself into each project, creating masterpieces that always manage to make it home—sometimes even in one piece!
And let’s not forget the camp’s epic themes—like hopping on the Magic Camp Bus for a wild ride through imagination, laughter, and adventure. Everett jumps into each activity with full-hearted enthusiasm, dragging Ruby along whether she likes it or not (spoiler: she always ends up having just as much fun).
But what really makes Camp Quality special for Everett is the people. Every year, he can’t wait to see his camp companion again—someone who’s becomes like a big brother at camp—and all the incredibly caring and creative volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes. They don’t just plan games and activities—they create memories that last a lifetime.
As Everett’s parent puts it, “Camp Quality gives Everett a chance to simply be a kid, surrounded by others who understand the struggles he’s been through.”
And that’s what makes this week of camp so powerful. It’s more than just fun—it’s healing, it’s connection, and it’s joy. For Everett, Camp Quality is the best week of the year, every year. Everett is Camp Quality!