Victory Junction was the dream of Adam Petty, a fourth generation race car driver from the famous Petty family and a rising star in the sport. Adam’s passion for racing was equaled only by his compassion for others, especially children. Between races, he often visited children in pediatric hospitals. After his tragic death in a racing accident, Adam’s family and friends came together to realize his dream of a camp to serve children with serious medical conditions. Adam’s vision sprung to life when Victory Junction opened its gates in 2004.
Victory Junction enriches the lives of children with serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun and empowering, at no cost to children or their families.
Kids enjoy their time at Victory Junction, but the benefits of camp extend far beyond the fun of a summer week or family weekend. Recent studies have shown the benefits of camp have a positive life-changing impact on the children we serve. The Victory Junction experience fosters independence, inspires confidence, and builds self-esteem for the campers who enter our gates.
Victory Junction provides the best care possible to all the children we serve, so experiences here are not only fun and exhilarating, but safe for the kids and worry-free for their parents. Our core values of safety, high standards, empowerment, respect and teamwork form the foundation for our commitment to excellence.
Our commitment at Victory Junction is to provide the best care possible to all the children we serve so experiences here are not only fun and exhilarating, but safe for the kids and worry free for their parents. Excellence is the goal of the programs we create, the medical care we provide and our financial governance.
Excellence
Victory Junction is part of SeriousFun Children’s Network (SFCN), an alliance of 9 camps nationally and 30 camps worldwide that serve children dealing with serious medical condition and chronic illnesses. Our camp is certified by SeriousFun which provides strict guidelines on camper care, financial competency and program innovations. By networking with other similar camps in SFCN, Victory Junction remains at the forefront of best practices and cutting edge research in to the impact of camp on a child’s life.
Victory Junction also meets the rigorous safety standards of the American Camp Association. Our ACA certification gives families the confidence to know that they are entrusting their child to well trained, certified professionals.
Leadership
Every successful not for profit charity starts with a dedicated group of leaders. At Victory Junction our board is a mix of founders, including key members of the Petty family, community leaders and volunteers who help us deliver the quality care and amazing experience that Victory Junction is known for.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Y’all means all and all are welcome here. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are more than words to us. At Victory Junction, they are critical to our core values and allow us to achieve our mission of enriching the lives of children with serious illnesses.
We are committed to fostering a culture where every person that’s part of Victory Junction – campers, families, staff, volunteers, donors, and community partners – feels valued, supported, and included. This means ensuring a safe space, removing barriers, and providing opportunity and access for all people across differences of medical condition, physical ability, race, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, and socioeconomic background.
Transparency
We provide the highest quality care to the children and families who come through our gates and we also show care in how we manage and steward the financial support we receive. Transparency is key. Our financial statements are open to all.
Victory Junction is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is registered and certified to raise funds in all 50 states. A copy of this list is available upon request.
