Summertime is for outdoor fun, play and picnics. Thanks to funding from one local business, disabled campers will enjoy all three this summer in a new playhouse created just for them.
Karen and Mike Langenderfer of the CounterTop Shop are providing a donation that benefits two nonprofit organizations, Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity and Courageous Community Services.
A playhouse will be built at Courageous Acres, a summer camp for children, teenagers and adults with disabilities.
Located near Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, Courageous Community Services is the only organization in the northwest Ohio region to provide comprehensive outdoor recreation experiences for people with disabilities.
“This generous donation from the Langenderfers provides us with a playhouse that will become our snack shack at camp for children and adults of all ages to enjoy a healthy snack while participating in our summer camp program,” said Laura Kuhlenbeck, CCS executive director. “This new feature ensures our summer camp participants continue to have an enjoyable experience at Courageous Acres.”
Led by the builders at Maumee Valley Habitat For Humanity, a dozen volunteers are donating their time to build the playhouse. The project is expected to take six hours to complete.
“Not only are Mike and Karen supporting our community with their funds, but they also are giving their time and talents, coming out to help build the playhouse,” said Ms. Kuhlenbeck.
