Camp Bluebonnet

Here is our donation page for Camp Bluebonnet 2026!

About Camp Bluebonnet

At Camp Bluebonnet, we’re more than just a camp—we’re a community.

Children, families, medical professionals, and volunteers unite in a welcoming environment focused on learning, teamwork, and inclusivity. Our programs provide essential diabetes education while fostering connections that bring a sense of belonging and normalcy, extending well beyond camp. For families facing a new diabetes diagnosis, Camp Bluebonnet often becomes a beacon of hope, introduced by local doctors and nurses as a positive, supportive network. Here, campers build lifelong friendships, and parents and caregivers find a community that shares their experiences and offers guidance on managing diabetes.

We are more than just a camp; we’re a lifeline of hope and ongoing support for families living with diabetes.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to empower children and teens with type 1 diabetes by fostering a supportive community that promotes learning, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging. We strive to create an environment where every child feels supported and encouraged to thrive.

Testimonials

"May 18, 2017 My son was furious when I told him I signed him up. "I don't want to be special. I don't want to have diabetes and I don't like people looking at my sensors". I made him go anyway and he had an awesome time. He latched right onto a counselor. At lunch I whispered that all the kids in the yellow shirts had diabetes just like him he was amazed. He played all day and cried when it was time to go home. We'll be back!"

"I was diagnosed at an older age than most type one diabetics, and since I was from a rural area that meant I never got to go to diabetes camp as a kid. The first year I volunteered at Camp Bluebonnet it truly changed my life! It felt so incredible to be surrounded by people just like me, and it was inspiring to see all these kids having a great time without letting diabetes stop them. My favorite part of the year is volunteering with Camp Bluebonnet!"

-Rhiannon Gragg