Indianola Camp Fire Club Donation

Puzzles, coloring books, Silly Putty, and Tinkerbell socks overflow from a blue bin at Children’s Cancer Connection. A toy boat, lifelike turtle, bottle of bubbles, and tic-tac-toe set are piled on top. Provided by the 78 girls of the Indianola Camp Fire Club, these gifts are going straight to the hands and hearts of kids battling cancer.

The Camp Fire Club celebrated their 100th anniversary this month. But instead of keeping the party to themselves, the Indianola Camp Fire Club shared the wealth – and shared gifts for Children’s Cancer Connection’s “Poke Box.”

“In honor of this milestone, we thought it would be a great idea to bring a birthday gift to Children’s Cancer Connection,” says Kamie Haynes, the third grade Camp Fire Girls leader. “When we learned about the need for kid-friendly band aids and prizes for the “Poke Treasure Box,” we wanted to help.”

From Spiderman Band-Aids to Slinkies and puzzles, the Camp Fire Girls donated very important supplies for Children’s Cancer Connection kids going through treatments. After the Camp Fire Girls’ generous gift-giving, the “Poke Box” will be full of fun choices. After those “pokes,” the kids’ arms will be decked in camo, SpongeBob, and tie-dye bandages.

“Children's Cancer Connection does amazing things for some amazing kids, and The Indianola Camp Fire Club wanted to be a part of it!” Kamie says.
The Indianola Camp Fire Club brings together girls in kindergarten through grade five. They enjoy service projects like walking dogs at the animal shelter, visiting local residents in nursing homes, and now, making exciting donations to Children’s Cancer Connection.