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Central Texas mother raises almost $1,000 to help summer campers
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Bobby Poitevint , KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
This summer a Central Texas mother went the extra mile to help other children in her own childs summer camp. Watch the story here: Central Texas mother raises almost $1,000 to help summer campers Through community connections, Chaquinta Hill found 25 News' Bobby Poitevint and reached out in hopes...
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Key takeaway So far, her GoFundMe has raised almost $1,000, with that money expected to help student campers across the greater Waco area during their field trips to Hawaiian Falls.
Why this matters in The Waco
The efforts of Chaquinta Hill to raise almost $1,000 for summer campers in the greater Waco area demonstrate the impact one concerned parent can have on the community. Her initiative, which has already garnered support through a GoFundMe campaign, aims to ensure that all children participating in field trips to Hawaiian Falls have the means to purchase concessions, regardless of their financial background. This endeavor resonates with the broader goal of fostering inclusivity in local recreational programs, where every child should have an equal opportunity to enjoy activities without financial constraints. As the summer camp season progresses, it will be worth watching how Hill's campaign inspires other community members to contribute to similar causes, potentially creating a ripple effect of support for local youth programs. The involvement of community centers like the Doris Miller Community Center, where Turmaine Rice works, may also play a crucial role in amplifying the reach and impact of such initiatives.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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