The Giving Tree

Donations honor “King” Henry Taylor (1933-2019). King was invaluable in advancing the mission of Camp Rockmont from its inception in 1956. Even during a career that included 23 years in the US Air Force and Director of the Institute of Aviation at the University of Illinois, King always made time for Rockmont. After retiring in 2001, King and his wife, Mur, moved to Rockmont and helped establish the Camp Rockmont Alumni Association (CRAA) and the Camp Diversity Foundation (CDF).

His efforts have helped nearly 1,000 economically disadvantaged young men attend Rockmont. Please visit his obituary for more details of his life. Help honor this Rockmont legend through a one-time gift or an annual “subscription” to the CDF.

Ritchie Miller served on the Rockmont staff from 1998-2004. On Friday, May 12th, Ritchie unexpectedly died in Washington, D.C. at the young age of 41 and we are broken-hearted about his passing. Ritchie first worked as a Counselor and then served as a Tribal Director before becoming the Bear Camp Director. He spent his last summer at camp on the A-Team. Ritchie had a wonderful combination of humility, compassion, humor, leadership, and charisma and he was beloved at Rockmont. He was a loyal friend and will be remembered for his infectious smile and loveable nature.

Please help honor Ritchie's memory by donating a one-time gift or a yearly gift to the Camp Diversity Foundation. Take some time to view the Memorial and Slideshow for Ritchie.

Harrison Stokes Smith, 22, of Signal Mountain, Tennessee, passed away on July 15, 2017. He spent many beloved summers at Rockmont as a camper and was recognized for his leadership, service, and fortitude. He later returned to work as a counselor and instructor. Harrison had a gentle spirit and was kind and generous to all. He was an instant source of joy when he entered a room and had a genuine interest in everyone.

Please help honor Harrison's memory by donating a one-time gift or a yearly gift to the Camp Diversity Foundation. Please take some time to view the Memorial and Slideshow for Harrison.

Ty was a much loved and well known Rockmont camper, Ranger and CIT and spent 8 beloved summers at Camp Rockmont from 2006 to 2014. Ty died in a tragic accident on May 13, 2016 at the age of nineteen. Ty earned many awards including “Most Enthusiastic Prayer Leader”, “Loudest Tribal Yell” and “Best Appetite”. As an older camper, Ty won the Paladin Award, the highest award earned at Rockmont. Ty was an extrovert who never met a stranger.

Please help honor Ty's memory by donating a one-time gift or a yearly gift to the Camp Diversity Foundation. Please take some time to view the Memorial and Slideshow for Ty.