The Melanated Cares Foundation announced that its annual event, Melanated Campout, will be powered by Winnebago Industries and its foundation, as the title sponsor for the organization’s flagship camping retreat.
The campout is hosted by Melanated Cares Foundation, a nonprofit created to promote diversity and inclusion in outdoor spaces. 2024 marks the third year Winnebago Industries Foundation and Melanated Cares Foundation have come together to support the event after launching a successful partnership in 2022.
“Melanated Campout is more than just an event,” said Shunté McClellan, CEO of Melanated Cares Foundation. “It’s a movement to welcome everyone to the outdoors! We invite everyone to rep their tribe, celebrate our culture and build lasting memories together in the great outdoors.”
Actively working to create diverse and inclusive outdoor spaces, Melanated Campout will return to Georgia on Friday, Sept. 27 to Sunday, Sept. 29 for its sixth year flagship event. Hundreds of diverse campers will be welcomed to an exclusive campground that caters to all styles of camping, including tents, RVs, overlanders, cabins and safari glamping tents. Attendees will also enjoy scenic lake views, a marina, golfing, dining and more, in addition to Melanated Campout’s iconic event itinerary which includes activities from hiking, meditation, RV tips and tricks, survival camping sessions, to kite flying. In the six years since its inception, the group has hosted more than 1,800 campers.
“We are thrilled to support Melanated Campout in its mission to create inclusive outdoor experiences,” said Jil Littlejohn Bostick, executive director of Winnebago Industries Foundation. “This partnership aligns perfectly with our commitment to fostering community and ensuring everyone can enjoy the beauty and benefits of nature. We believe in investing in programs that eliminate barriers, promote access, and connect all people with the social, mental and physical health benefits.”
For more information and to purchase tickets to this year’s event, visit melanatedcampout.com.
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To learn more about Winnebago Industries’ All In, Outdoors initiative, please visit https://www.winnebagoind.com/our-impact/inclusion.
