Mission & Vision
Camp Fire invests in North Texas communities by providing out-of-school time and outdoor learning programs for children and youth while also offering workforce development programs for early childhood educators.
We envision a community in which every child has equitable access to the learning opportunities they need to succeed and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Our Values
Inclusion
All are welcome at Camp Fire.
Data-Informed Practice
We collect and apply data to continually improve existing – and inspire new – programming.
Growth Mindset
We believe the learning process is equally as important as the learning outcome and that talents can be improved over time.
Collaboration
We go higher together by partnering within the communities we serve.
Hands-On Learning
Learning from experience is a hallmark of all our programs.
Whole Child Approach
We recognize that social-emotional, physical, creative, and academic skills are all intertwined and equally important in learning.
In Camp Fire, children and youth find a safe, fun and inclusive place – a place where they form lasting relationships, develop a sense of belonging and make positive contributions to the lives of their families and their community. Camp Fire youth have life-enhancing experiences and develop assets that are essential to their futures.
Our programs stand out for three key reasons:
- We are uniquely focused on the two periods of greatest brain growth and development: early childhood and early adolescence.
- We leverage the impact of the outdoor environment on the brain to educate and connect children to each other and the world around them.
- We intentionally maintain a continuous improvement loop through the Camp Fire Program Quality Assessment to maximize community impact.
Camp Fire First Texas was founded in 1914. For more than 100 years, the organization has shaped youth and families. From the early days of Blue Birds and Camp Fire Girls, the organization has grown into one of the largest councils in the United States with programs for boys and girls that include everything from camping to school readiness.
Out of School / Youth Development Camp / Outdoor Programs
Early Education Workforce Development Camp Fire Program Location
Based on 2019 Participant data
El Tesoro Foundation
The El Tesoro Foundation was established to create a permanent endowment fund to support all of the programs and services of Camp Fire First Texas, not just El Tesoro. The foundation is a perfect vehicle for support through an estate plan. For more information about how you can include Camp Fire in your estate plan, please contact us.