Camp CommUnity or CU as we like to call it, is a Wimberley-created, community-centered program built to give all kids the chance to grow and learn in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment. Our one-of-a-kind, hands-on programs focus on teaching the next generation to become resilient, self-sustainable, and independent individuals through the use of experiential learning.

At CU, we believe experience is the most powerful tool our children need and through hands-on learning, we empower them to build crucial life skills and help bridge the connection from what they learn in the classroom to the real world— not to mention, break poverty cycles and other systemic barriers. 

And the best part— we can’t wait to CU THERE!

When a child enters the foster care system because his or her home is no longer safe, a judge may appoint a committed volunteer to help. That volunteer is called a Court Appointed Special Advocate®, or CASA. CASA volunteers are screened, highly trained and then appointed by judges to represent and advocate for a child’s best interests in the child protection system.

CASA volunteers are each assigned to help one child or set of siblings at a time, so they can focus on giving that child or sibling group the individualized advocacy and attention they need. CASA volunteers save taxpayers’ money and children’s futures by helping children find safe, permanent homes as soon as possible.

CASA of Central Texas, Inc. provides valuable volunteer advocacy for abused children from Caldwell, Comal, Guadalupe and Hays Counties. CASA volunteers serve as the “eyes and ears” for the judges in child welfare cases. This includes researching each child’s situation and making objective recommendations to help them reclaim their childhoods from abuse and neglect. CASA volunteers are frequently the only stable presence in these children’s lives.

CASA volunteers bring three critical qualities to their work: they focus on one case at a time; they bring a unique perspective to the court case; and their sole objective is representing the best interests of the child.

Hill Country Neighbors meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month. The group has local speakers to stay informed about many relevant topics. They take field trips to interesting sites in the Hill Country. They support various local organizations including Crisis Bread Basket, Barnabas Connection, the Wimberley Library, etc.