Kids battling life-threatening illnesses attend free summer camp

By Kirsten Joyce, Linsey Lewis | Originally published by KLAS Ch 8

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Kids battling life-threatening illnesses are having the time of their lives this week at Camp Cartwheel. It’s a week-long camp, held just on the outskirts of Las Vegas in Lovely Canyon at Torino Ranch.

Abigail Coeto has been counting down the days to Camp Cartwheel. This summer marks her seventh year swimming, singing, crafting, and being one with nature with other kids just like her.

“I love this place with all my heart,” Coeto said. “There are a lot of bonds between campers and counselors, nurses, and campers, and everyone just bonds and forgets all their worries, a space where everyone just feels like they belong.”

Coeto is a cancer survivor, entering ninth grade in the fall. She and hundreds of other kids can spend a week at this unique and special place for free, thanks to the many donations provided by the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation.

“Throughout the year we help parents financially. We see these kids throughout the year at tougher times. But the best time is at Camp Cartwheel with the kids running up to you and giving you hugs, my heart is still full and beating fast. It gives them something to look forward to as they’re battling these illnesses. There’s not a lot to look forward to for them, but knowing Camp Cartwheel is coming helps so much,” President and CEO, Jeff Gordon said

The love and comradery were evident at the beautiful ranch donated, by Brett Torino who discovered the area while he was hiking 35 years ago. He fell in love with the property and helped transform the space.

Every summer it fills with more than 150 volunteers with the same number of kids, turning the place into a labor of love.

Coeto said when she’s eligible, she plans to return as a volunteer or lifeguard to give back to the camp that has given her so much. Camp Cartwheel also is celebrating its 30 anniversary.

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🌿🍅 Greenhouse Garden Recipes! 🍅🌿

It’s time for another fresh creation from our greenhouse series — Arugula Salad with Roasted Summer Squash & Pomegranate Arils! 🥗✨

This salad is a delightful blend of peppery arugula, sweet roasted squash, and tart pomegranate arils, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. A true taste of summer in every bite!

Every week, we’re bringing you more of our homemade, organic, gluten-free, and sugar-free recipes. Feel free to download them for personal use and share them with friends.

Let’s make our days a little brighter and a lot tastier together! Don’t forget to tag us and share your culinary creations.

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See you next week for a new recipe!

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🌿🍅 Greenhouse Garden Recipes! 🍅🌿 It’s time for another fresh creation from our greenhouse series — Arugula Salad with Roasted Summer Squash & Pomegranate Arils! 🥗✨ This salad is a delightful blend of peppery arugula, sweet roasted squash, and tart pomegranate arils, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. A true taste of summer in every bite! Every week, we’re bringing you more of our homemade, organic, gluten-free, and sugar-free recipes. Feel free to download them for personal use and share them with friends. Let’s make our days a little brighter and a lot tastier together! Don’t forget to tag us and share your culinary creations. 🥬 https://bretttorinofoundation.org/recipes/arugula-salad See you next week for a new recipe!

🌿🍅 Greenhouse Garden Recipes! 🍅🌿

We’re back with another refreshing recipe from our greenhouse series — Watermelon Mint Feta Salad! 🍉🧀

This vibrant salad is a perfect summer dish, combining juicy watermelon with fresh mint and tangy feta. It`s a delightful mix of sweet and savory that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Every Monday, we’re sharing more of our homemade, organic, gluten-free, and sugar-free recipes. Feel free to download them for personal use and share them with friends.

Let’s make Mondays a little more refreshing and a lot tastier together! Don’t forget to tag us and share your culinary creations.

🥬 https://bretttorinofoundation.org/recipes/watermelon-mint-feta-salad/

See you next Monday for a new recipe!

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🌿🍅 Greenhouse Garden Recipes! 🍅🌿 We’re back with another refreshing recipe from our greenhouse series — Watermelon Mint Feta Salad! 🍉🧀 This vibrant salad is a perfect summer dish, combining juicy watermelon with fresh mint and tangy feta. It's a delightful mix of sweet and savory that will have everyone asking for seconds! Every Monday, we’re sharing more of our homemade, organic, gluten-free, and sugar-free recipes. Feel free to download them for personal use and share them with friends. Let’s make Mondays a little more refreshing and a lot tastier together! Don’t forget to tag us and share your culinary creations. 🥬 https://bretttorinofoundation.org/recipes/watermelon-mint-feta-salad/ See you next Monday for a new recipe!

🌿🍅 Greenhouse Garden Recipes! 🍅🌿

Last week, we kicked off our greenhouse recipe series, and today we’re excited to share our next creation — Kale Blueberry Protein Packed Smoothie! 🥬🍹

We know kids often shy away from kale, but this smoothie is a game-changer. It’s delicious, nutritious, and sure to make kale a new favorite in your household!

Every Monday, we’ll be rolling out more of our homemade, organic, gluten-free, and sugar-free recipes. Feel free to download them for personal use and share them with friends.

Let’s make Mondays a little greener and a lot tastier together! Don’t forget to tag us and share your culinary creations.

🥬 https://bretttorinofoundation.org/recipes/kale-smoothie/

See you next Monday for a new recipe!

#TRGreenhouseGardenRecipes #OrganicCooking #GlutenFree #SugarFree #TorinoRanch

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🌿🍅 Greenhouse Garden Recipes! 🍅🌿 Last week, we kicked off our greenhouse recipe series, and today we’re excited to share our next creation — Kale Blueberry Protein Packed Smoothie! 🥬🍹 We know kids often shy away from kale, but this smoothie is a game-changer. It’s delicious, nutritious, and sure to make kale a new favorite in your household! Every Monday, we’ll be rolling out more of our homemade, organic, gluten-free, and sugar-free recipes. Feel free to download them for personal use and share them with friends. Let’s make Mondays a little greener and a lot tastier together! Don’t forget to tag us and share your culinary creations. 🥬 https://bretttorinofoundation.org/recipes/kale-smoothie/ See you next Monday for a new recipe! #TRGreenhouseGardenRecipes #OrganicCooking #GlutenFree #SugarFree #TorinoRanch

A July Moment with the Founder

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A July Moment with the Founder

We love welcoming @sunshinenevadaorg to the beautiful #torinoranch 🌟 gorgeous day at camp ☀️

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We love welcoming @sunshinenevadaorg to the beautiful #torinoranch 🌟 gorgeous day at camp ☀️

🌟 A Magical Beginning to Summer at Torino Ranch!

We are overjoyed to share the heartwarming memories from day two of our first summer camp of the season with the @nvccf Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation ️🎗️

Last week, Torino Ranch was filled with laughter, hope, and the incredible resilience of some truly inspiring kids. Watching these young warriors create lasting memories, form new friendships, and experience the pure joy of summer camp has been nothing short of magical.

From splashing in the pool to exploring the great outdoors, every moment was a testament to the spirit of community and the power of nature to heal and uplift. We are honored to provide a sanctuary where these children can escape, dream, and just be kids.

A huge thank you to the amazing staff, volunteers, and supporters who made this unforgettable week possible. Your dedication and love are the heartbeat of Torino Ranch and the Brett Torino Foundation.

Let’s continue to spread the love and support for these brave children and their families. Together, we can make a difference! 💖

#TorinoRanch #TorinoFoundation #SummerCamp #NevadaChildhoodCancerFoundation #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #MakingMemories #HealingHearts #CommunityLove #NatureHeals

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🌟 A Magical Beginning to Summer at Torino Ranch! We are overjoyed to share the heartwarming memories from day two of our first summer camp of the season with the @nvccf Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation ️🎗️ Last week, Torino Ranch was filled with laughter, hope, and the incredible resilience of some truly inspiring kids. Watching these young warriors create lasting memories, form new friendships, and experience the pure joy of summer camp has been nothing short of magical. From splashing in the pool to exploring the great outdoors, every moment was a testament to the spirit of community and the power of nature to heal and uplift. We are honored to provide a sanctuary where these children can escape, dream, and just be kids. A huge thank you to the amazing staff, volunteers, and supporters who made this unforgettable week possible. Your dedication and love are the heartbeat of Torino Ranch and the Brett Torino Foundation. Let’s continue to spread the love and support for these brave children and their families. Together, we can make a difference! 💖 #TorinoRanch #TorinoFoundation #SummerCamp #NevadaChildhoodCancerFoundation #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #MakingMemories #HealingHearts #CommunityLove #NatureHeals

Camp Cartwheel kicks off at Torino Ranch, we open our arms and welcome our beloved campers and volunteers - 🌷😍 Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation

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Camp Cartwheel kicks off at Torino Ranch, we open our arms and welcome our beloved campers and volunteers - 🌷😍 Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation

A warm welcome to all campers from our Founder Brett Torino on the kick off to Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Camp Cartwheel at Torino Ranch 😍 Thrilled to be hosting for the 28th year! @nvccf #TorinoRanch

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A warm welcome to all campers from our Founder Brett Torino on the kick off to Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Camp Cartwheel at Torino Ranch 😍 Thrilled to be hosting for the 28th year! @nvccf #TorinoRanch

Watch our Founder Brett Torino and CEO Jeff Gordon of Nevada Childood Cancer Foundation discussing the upcoming 28th Annual Camp Cartwheel at #TorinoRanch, thank you @fox5vegas @morefox5 for your continued support! #creatingcommunity @nvccf

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Watch our Founder Brett Torino and CEO Jeff Gordon of Nevada Childood Cancer Foundation discussing the upcoming 28th Annual Camp Cartwheel at #TorinoRanch, thank you @fox5vegas @morefox5 for your continued support! #creatingcommunity @nvccf

A May Moment with the Founder

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A May Moment with the Founder

🌟 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🌟

At BTF, we recognize the incredible dedication and hard work of teachers everywhere. They inspire, educate, and shape the future, often going above and beyond to ensure every student has the tools they need to succeed.

We`re proud to support BTF Educational Services and the @nvccf Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, where teachers bring light and hope to young learners. This week, let`s give a special thank you to all the teachers who make a lasting impact on our lives.

Drop a comment below to share a special memory or a shoutout to a teacher who made a difference for you! 🙌📚✏️

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters #BTF #NevadaChildhoodCancerFoundation

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🌟 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🌟 At BTF, we recognize the incredible dedication and hard work of teachers everywhere. They inspire, educate, and shape the future, often going above and beyond to ensure every student has the tools they need to succeed. We're proud to support BTF Educational Services and the @nvccf Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, where teachers bring light and hope to young learners. This week, let's give a special thank you to all the teachers who make a lasting impact on our lives. Drop a comment below to share a special memory or a shoutout to a teacher who made a difference for you! 🙌📚✏️ #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters #BTF #NevadaChildhoodCancerFoundation

We extend our gratitude to all who joined our Earth Day Challenge this April. It was inspiring to witness your commitment and efforts towards nurturing our planet. Here are some beautiful snapshots of nature`s wonders, captured by the BTF team over the year. Let`s all persist in our individual contributions, for Earth Day is a celebration meant to be embraced every day!

#earthday #CelebrateEarth #ReduceReuseRecycle #PlanetLove #ourearthourfuture #bretttorinofoundation #torinoranch #SaveRedRock

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We extend our gratitude to all who joined our Earth Day Challenge this April. It was inspiring to witness your commitment and efforts towards nurturing our planet. Here are some beautiful snapshots of nature's wonders, captured by the BTF team over the year. Let's all persist in our individual contributions, for Earth Day is a celebration meant to be embraced every day! #earthday #CelebrateEarth #ReduceReuseRecycle #PlanetLove #ourearthourfuture #bretttorinofoundation #torinoranch #SaveRedRock

🌎🌿 Join the Challenge! 🌿🌎

Let`s all give a big shout out 📣 to Kari Tillman and her adorable little helper Nugget for their incredible dedication 💚 to our planet, not just during the Earth Day Challenge, but all year round!

Kari, your commitment to planting and nurturing a lovely garden and picking up litter is truly inspiring. Keep up the great work! 🌱🌻

Earth Day has come and gone but we can all continue doing our part celebrating Earth Day every day of the year! 🌿✨

# SaveRedRock #CelebrateEarth #ReduceReuseRecycle #PlanetLove #earthday #ourearthourfuture #bretttorinofoundation #torinoranch

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🌎🌿 Join the Challenge! 🌿🌎 Let's all give a big shout out 📣 to Kari Tillman and her adorable little helper Nugget for their incredible dedication 💚 to our planet, not just during the Earth Day Challenge, but all year round! Kari, your commitment to planting and nurturing a lovely garden and picking up litter is truly inspiring. Keep up the great work! 🌱🌻 Earth Day has come and gone but we can all continue doing our part celebrating Earth Day every day of the year! 🌿✨ # SaveRedRock #CelebrateEarth #ReduceReuseRecycle #PlanetLove #earthday #ourearthourfuture #bretttorinofoundation #torinoranch
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