Funds to Help Low-Income People With Autism Attend Camp Experience in Apopka

Quest, Inc. is offering 28 scholarships for individuals with autism to attend memorable camp getaways – thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism.  

The $350 “camperships” – which are open to low-income children and adults – can be put toward week-long sessions at Camp Thunderbird in Apopka with some of the funds being used for field trips throughout the school year. Guests can choose from a variety of activities such as archery, swimming and nature walks.

“These camperships will give people with autism the unique opportunity to relax, have fun and socialize in an inclusive environment,” said John R. Gill, president and CEO at Quest, Inc. “Thanks to the Flutie Foundation Autism Community Impact Grant, we can expand our program to Central Floridians who need it the most so that they can live life to the fullest.”

Since 1969, Quest’s Camp Thunderbird has provided a classic summer camp experience for thousands of children and adults with developmental disabilities, including 342 so far this year.

For more information about attending Quest’s Camp Thunderbird, signing up for volunteer opportunities or donating to future camperships, visit Questinc.org.

About Quest, Inc.

For over 60 years, Quest, Inc. has transformed the lives of thousands of adults and children with developmental disabilities through a range of services proven to increase capabilities and quality of life. From the humble beginnings of a single location serving eight individuals, to currently over 20 locations, serving over 500 individuals each day in Orlando and Tampa, we continue to help those with developmental disabilities experience a full life.