Camp One World 2009 on News8 and KXAN!

This year's Camp One World, sponsored in part by LifeSize Communications, the Red Cross and BAE was a smashing success complete with a wonderful reception donated by Once Upon a Time Events. Together we made "A World Apart, A Moment Together" a reality! Centered on One World's innovative performing arts summer camp, working together with the Red Cross & LifeSize Communications we were able to offer scholarships to children with a deployed parent who were able to be a part of a dynamic, full-length musical production of Beauty Lou & The Country Beast.

Thanks to LifeSize and their amazing technology, the deployed parent was able to see their child on stage as the performance was happening. The child was also be able to see the pride on their parents face as they performed, just as if the parent were sitting in the audience. Our audience did give our deployed parents a standing ovationin gratitude of the sacrifices they all make for us. After the performance, each child and their family was given an opportunity to talk privately with their loved one on a high-definition video screen, keeping the bond of family alive across the miles, some hugged the screenone showed dad their new braces. It was so beautiful!

One World, the Red Cross of Central Texas and LifeSize feel fortunate that we were able to partner and use our resources, talents and passion to keep families connected in their time of separation, as well as give back to the men and women in our armed forces.

It was truly a sensational, heart-warming event.

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Nonprofits & Activism

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