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When our communities face daunting challenges, compassionate innovators can provide a light in the dark. Recently, an 8-year-old Camp Invention® camper named Thomas gave us all an inspiring example of thoughtful invention when he developed a bright idea to help his family face challenges in the path of Hurricane Helene.
Taking on Challenges
In the summer of 2024, Thomas and his brother Taylor joined a Camp Invention program close to their home in North Carolina. At camp, they participated in hands-on problem-solving challenges, such as building a “glow box” to learn about the science of light.
In late September, Hurricane Helene caused widespread destruction, and Thomas and Taylor’s home was in one of the hardest-hit areas. In fact, their mother Katie said it “decimated [their] town and neighborhood.”