STONEHAM, Maine — For nearly 50 years, Susan L. Curtis Foundation’s programs have been improving the lives of economically disadvantaged Maine youth.
Founded in 1971, it is named for former Maine Gov. Ken Curtis and wife Pauline Curtis' daughter, who at age 11 tragically died of cystic fibrosis, an incurable lung disease.
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My sister and I attended this camp in the summers of 74 & 75. At that time camp lasted for 3 weeks. We had so much fun. It was such a great experience. Glad to hear it is still going.
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