Our Sports Camp, a dynamic six-day program based in Tampa, caters to young athletes aged 15-18, offering an exciting blend of sports, teamwork, and diabetes management education. Campers reside at Rotary’s Camp Florida in Brandon, FL, and travel daily to various Tampa Bay area venues, including high schools, community colleges, and universities, which generously provide their top-notch facilities and coaching staff for our sports clinics and games. Participants have the opportunity to engage in a wide array of sports, from basketball, volleyball, soccer, and tennis to golf, baseball, water skiing, and more, under the expert guidance of college coaches and certified instructors. Evening activities add to the camp’s allure, with roller skating, bowling, and even a night out at Tropicana Field to watch the Tampa Bay Rays, ensuring the fun never stops. Teen Sports Camp aims to involve campers in their diabetes management, promoting independence in diabetes care crucial for their transition to college and beyond. Foster enduring friendships and mentorships, encourage a lifelong passion for sports, and nurture the independence needed for future success. Join us for an empowering summer where sportsmanship and health go hand in hand! ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Florida Camp for Children and Youth with Diabetes (FCCYD) was incorporated in 1970 by Dr. Arlan Rosenbloom. More than 50 years later, FCCYD serves over 400 youngsters ages 6-18 at its six summer sessions and another 700 youngsters and their families in weekend sessions throughout the year. Florida Camp for Children and Youth with Diabetes (FCCYD), founded in 1970, provides diabetes management education and mental assistance to children with type one diabetes. The independent, non-profit organization offers summer and weekend sessions, serving over 400 youth ages 6-18 and 700 families annually. FCCYD's programs are more than just recreational experiences. Pediatric endocrinologists and diabetes educators conduct scheduled diabetes education sessions, promoting self-care, independence, and positive self-esteem. Over 110,000 blood sugar tests, 50,000 insulin shots, and 250,000 units of insulin are administered yearly, with nearly $250,000 worth of diabetes supplies donated by pharmaceutical companies. Over 200 volunteers, including medical professionals, teachers, and young adults, contribute over $500,000 worth of services to ensure quality care for the children. Fees, sponsorships, and donations cover the remaining costs, ensuring all children can attend regardless of their family's financial situation. FCCYD's history dates back to 1962 when Wilma Van Der Beek organized Florida's first diabetes camp under the auspices of the Florida Diabetes Association. Over the following eight years, the camp grew from 40 to 85 campers per summer. In 1970, Dr. Arlan Rosenbloom incorporated FCCYD, which has since grown to serve over 1,100 individuals annually.