Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Victory Junction Ready. Set. Play! ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://victoryjunction.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [A Full Circle Journey](https://victoryjunction.org/a-full-circle-journey/) - VJ campers-to-year-round staff members Kristen Barnes, DJ Swittenberg, and Kayleigh Nelson When Victory Junction opened in 2004, Kristen was one of the first campers through the gates. She remembers thinking it felt more like Disneyland than a camp. Kayleigh remembers feeling happy, excited, and free to be herself. And for DJ, a counselor who - [Why She Runs](https://victoryjunction.org/why-she-runs/) - Former Camper, Natalee Mitcham, is encouraging others to sign up for Run to Victory. Whether you walk, run, or roll, take a moment to read her personal note below and sign up today! Victory Junction has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I first came to camp - [Campfire Chat Live](https://victoryjunction.org/campfire-chat-live/) - Live from the hills and thrills of Victory Junction… welcome to Campfire Chat Live. This summer, campers are taking over the spotlight in Victory Junction’s new media studio, where they sit down with counselors and volunteers for conversations filled with laughter, and plenty of unforgettable moments. The result? Campfire Chat Live – a talk - [Love on the Spectrum Fan-Favorite Tyler White to Visit Victory Junction for NASCARnival](https://victoryjunction.org/tyler-white-to-visit-victory-junction/) - Emerging country music artist to perform “Oh Yeah Baby” following NASCAR pit stop demonstrations featuring Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and the Trackhouse Racing pit crew RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jun. 29, 2026) – Tyler White, fan-favorite from Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum and an emerging country music artist, will visit Victory Junction on Monday, July 6, to - [The Tradition of the Wish Stick](https://victoryjunction.org/tradition-of-the-wish-stick/) - On the final evening of every Victory Junction summer camp session, campers and counselors gather around a campfire for one of Camp’s most meaningful traditions. Together, they sing songs, laugh, and celebrate everything they’ve experienced together. During the campfire, each camper writes a wish, hope, or dream on a wish stick before counselors place - [Trust + Safety = Time to Recharge](https://victoryjunction.org/time-to-recharge/) - Since opening, Victory Junction has been a place that families and caregivers can trust to safely take care of their children – and that trust has always allowed caregivers the opportunity to breathe while their children are having fun at Camp. Building upon the principles of trust and safety, Victory Junction recently launched Camp - [Med Camp 101 Offers a Deeper Understanding of Camp with a Fun Twist](https://victoryjunction.org/med-camp-101-offers-deeper-understanding-of-camp/) - Victory Junction’s Med Camp 101 was created to bridge a connection between clinical care and the transformative power of Camp. What began as an idea to engage medical partners has become an immersive experience that deepens understanding and strengthens referrals, helping more children access the joy and growth that Camp provides. Here’s what makes Med - [Victory Junction Welcomes New Board Member Scott Love](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-welcomes-new-board-member-scott-love/) - RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Apr. 10, 2026) – Victory Junction has announced the appointment of Scott Love to its Board of Directors, further strengthening the organization’s leadership as it continues its mission to serve children living with complex medical and physical needs. Love is a Regional President with Cellular Sales, where he oversees operations across - [Join a Crew That Will Change Your Life](https://victoryjunction.org/join-a-crew-that-will-change-your-life/) - Summers at Victory Junction wouldn’t be possible without full-time staff, volunteers, and summer staff, and we’re still looking for volunteers and seasonal team members to join us this summer. It’s an opportunity for you, or someone you know, to be part of creating a safe, supportive environment where campers build independence, form lifelong friendships, - [A Year of Joy, Belonging, and Lifelong Memories](https://victoryjunction.org/year-of-joy-belonging-lifelong-memories/) - Victory Junction continues to be a place where kids try new activities and uncover strengths they didn’t know they had. With the support of dedicated staff and volunteers, every program experience turns fun into an opportunity for growth. 2025 was one for books, and we’re excited to share a few numbers that reflect the - [Victory Junction to Host Third Annual Med Camp 101 for Healthcare Professionals](https://victoryjunction.org/2026-med-camp-101/) - RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Feb. 9, 2026) – Victory Junction will host its third annual Med Camp 101 on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., welcoming healthcare professionals to its campus in Randleman for a free, immersive educational experience focused on the power of medical specialty camps. Designed for child life - [Victory Junction Announces New Board of Directors Leadership](https://victoryjunction.org/new-board-of-directors-leadership/) - Danny Agresta, Chairman of the Board, and Anna Marie Smith, Vice Chair RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jan. 22, 2026) – Victory Junction is beginning the new year with newly appointed board leadership as Daniel C. “Danny” Agresta III, President and CEO of APC Towers and APC Telecom Services, assumes the role of Chairman of the Board - [Change a Child's Life... And Your Own - Camp Volunteers and Summer Staff Needed](https://victoryjunction.org/change-a-childs-life/) - For Paige and Mallory Peterson, serving as summer staff from 2012 to 2014 left a lasting impression rooted in service and connection that not only kept them coming back as staff, but now keeps them coming back as volunteers. At Victory Junction, volunteers and summer staff help campers discover confidence, independence, and joy, often becoming - [Campers Share What They Would Give Camp for the Holidays](https://victoryjunction.org/campers-share-what-they-would-give-camp-for-the-holidays/) - The holiday season is a time for generosity and wonder, and at Victory Junction, no one embodies that spirit more than our campers. We recently asked a few of them what gift they would give to Camp during the holiday season, and their responses were imaginative, heartfelt, and full of fun. One - [What We're Thankful for This Year](https://victoryjunction.org/what-were-thankful-for-this-year/) - As the season shifts and we begin to reflect on what matters most, the Victory Junction community has so much to be grateful for. Camp is a place where joy is discovered, courage is strengthened, and connections are formed that last a lifetime. This year, we asked campers and staff to share - [VIRginia International Raceway’s Annual Charity Laps to Benefit Victory Junction Returns Nov. 21](https://victoryjunction.org/vir-charity-laps/) - Drivers Will Take on VIR’s Full Course to Support Children with Medical and Physical Needs – Limited Tickets Also Available for a 43-Minute Pit Stop with Richard Petty RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Nov. 6, 2025) – Drivers Will Take on VIR’s Full Course to Support Children with Medical and Physical Needs – Limited Tickets Also Available - [Camper, check. Career, check. Camp Board, check.](https://victoryjunction.org/jeffrey-lewallen/) - When Jeffrey Lewallen attended summer camp at Victory Junction in 2007 and 2008, he discovered a confidence that shaped his life’s direction and now he’s doing everything he can to make sure others know the power of Camp. “Something I discovered about myself is that if there’s something – a challenge – that I - [Full Circle: From Camp to Track and Back Again](https://victoryjunction.org/full-circle-gavin/) - The first time Gavin Grubbs drove through the tunnel at Victory Junction, he was struck by the Camp’s energy. “I just remember that feeling of pure joy,” he said. At nine years old, he had no idea Camp would shape his future. His mother, Mindy, remembers it too. “When we drove through that tunnel, - [Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Grant Will Help Send Kids to Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/christopher-dana-reeve-foundation-grant/) - Thanks to a $25,000 Grant, 10 Children Living with Paralysis or Other Mobility Challenges Will Experience the Transformative Joy of Camp Next Summer RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Sept. 16, 2025) – Victory Junction has been awarded a $25,000 Quality of Life grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation to ensure that 10 children - [A Personal Victory](https://victoryjunction.org/a-personal-victory/) - Running may not be her passion but making an impact for children living with complex medical and physical needs certainly is. Last year, Cindi Heafner signed up to complete Run to Victory and set an initial fundraising goal of $5,000. The response was immediate. “We got to $5,000 pretty quickly. So, I thought, okay, - [Local Woman Urges Participation in Run to Victory to Support Kids at Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/local-woman-urges-participation-run-to-victory/) - 5K and Fun Run benefiting children living with complex medical and physical needs set for Sept. 13 at Victory Junction RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Aug. 19, 2025) – Victory Junction will host its annual Run to Victory on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 7:30 a.m. on the camp’s grounds, inviting runners, walkers, rollers, and strollers to - [Frankie Muniz Raising $25,000 to Send Kids to Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/frankie-muniz-fundraiser/) - NASCAR Driver Frankie Muniz Recently Visited Camp and Felt Inspired to Help RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Aug. 14, 2025) – NASCAR driver, Frankie Muniz, also known for his acting career, has started a social media campaign to raise $25,000 to send 10 kids to Victory Junction, a year-round camp that offers fun, life-changing experiences to - [NCDHHS and Trillium Health Resources Investing $3.9 Million to Launch Year-Round Respite Program at Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/ncdhhs-and-trillium-health-resources-investing-3-9-million-to-launch-year-round-respite-program-at-victory-junction/) - Henry’s House Program Will Serve Medically Complex Children and Families RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jul. 30, 2025) – Victory Junction, in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) and Trillium Health Resources, announced today the launch of Henry’s House Program, a year-round respite care program that will serve children ages 6 to - [Unforgettable Moments of Courage, Confidence, and Connection](https://victoryjunction.org/unforgettable-moments-of-courage-confidence-connection/) - There’s nothing quite like experiencing the thrill of something new at Victory Junction and campers this year have certainly had their fair share of adventures! As Camp heads into its last three weeks of summer programming, join us in taking a minute to celebrate campers and their awesome abilities. Whether it’s their first bullseye, - [Take a Spin Around Richmond Raceway for a Cause](https://victoryjunction.org/take-spin-around-richmond-raceway-for-cause/) - Track Laps for Charity on Aug. 12 to Benefit Victory Junction and Richmond Raceway Cares RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jul. 15, 2025) – Victory Junction has partnered with Richmond Raceway Cares for this year’s Track Laps for Charity, set for Tuesday, Aug. 12, 5 to 7 p.m. For a $20 donation, participants can drive their personal - [Kaulig Racing’s Allmendinger, Dillon, Dye, and Williams Connect with Kids at Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/kaulig-racing-connects-with-kids-at-victory-junction/) - NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series drivers take part in Camp’s weekly NASCARnival, performing live pit stops with their crew and making lasting memories with kids PHOTOS OF THE VISITVIDEO OF DRIVER’S CTA RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jul. 2, 2025) – Victory Junction campers got a high-octane surprise Monday as Kaulig Racing drivers AJ Allmendinger, Ty - [Victory Junction Receives Grant From the Honda USA Foundation](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-receives-grant-from-honda-usa-foundation/) - Grant Will Help Purchase and Install Automatic Door Systems, Improving Accessibility RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jun. 30, 2025) – Victory Junction has received a $50,000 grant from the Honda USA Foundation to purchase and install automatic door systems at the entrances of the camp’s dining hall and theater, significantly improving access for campers with - [Victory Junction Awarded $130,000 Lowe’s Hometowns Grant](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-awarded-lowes-hometowns-grant/) - Funding Will Support Flooring Upgrades to Enhance Camper Safety and Accessibility RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jun. 24, 2025) – Victory Junction, a year-round camp for children with complex medical and physical needs, has been selected as one of just 100 recipients nationwide to receive a 2025 Lowe’s Hometowns grant, earning $130,000 to install durable, - [Lanie Buice Becomes First Female Driver at Victory Junction’s NASCARnival Celebration](https://victoryjunction.org/lanie-buice-first-female-driver-nascarnival/) - ARCA and CARS Tour driver inspires children living with complex medical and physical needs during Victory Junction NASCARnival pit stop challenge DOWNLOADABLE PHOTOS FOR MEDIA USE RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jun. 18, 2025) – Lanie Buice made history this week as the first female driver to participate in Victory Junction’s NASCARnival pit stop challenge, - [Victory Junction Summer Numbers Soar – But Help is Still Needed](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-summer-numbers-soar/) - With more campers and volunteers than recent years, the Camp is calling for additional campers, camp volunteers, and pharmacy volunteers to finish the summer strong RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jun. 16, 2025) – Victory Junction is proud to celebrate a season of remarkable growth, with more campers and volunteers expected this summer than in - [All Fun and No Sun](https://victoryjunction.org/sun-escape-weekend-2025/) - For children living with porphyria, a rare condition that can make even brief sun exposure painful or dangerous, summer fun often feels out of reach. But at Victory Junction’s Sun Escape Weekend campers, Lila and Morgan are finally free to be kids – safely and fully. Created in partnership with Shadow Jumpers and The - [Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America Raises $1.4 Million for Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/kyle-petty-charity-ride-across-america-total-funds-raised-for-vj/) - RANDLEMAN, N.C. (June 4, 2025) – Victory Junction is deeply grateful to the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America for raising over $1.4 million for Camp! The incredible support from everyone involved with the Ride helps us provide unforgettable camp experiences to children living with complex medical and physical needs at no cost to their - [The “Magic of Camp” is Fueled by Selflessness](https://victoryjunction.org/magic-of-camp-fueled-by-selflessness/) - “Hi, I’m Amy McDowell, Director of Medical Operations at Victory Junction.” Her greeting comes with an easy smile and an energy that fills every program area of Camp. A registered nurse with a doctorate in nursing practice, you’d never know her educational pedigree unless she gave you a business card. That’s because Amy leads with her - [Promise of ‘All Fun and No Sun’ Gives Photosensitive Children the Chance to Enjoy Camp Experiences](https://victoryjunction.org/all-fun-and-no-sun/) - Victory Junction hosting children from across the U.S. for a specially adapted four-day camp giving children with sun and light sensitivity the chance to have fun day and night RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Apr. 24, 2025) – Victory Junction, a year-round camp dedicated to enriching the lives of children with complex medical and physical - [Hannah Finds Confidence and Community at Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/hannah-finds-confidence-and-community-at-vj/) - For Hannah, growing up with spina bifida and using a wheelchair often meant confronting stigmas and perceived limitations. That all changed when she attended her first camp session at Victory Junction. “People assume inability,” Hannah explained, reflecting on her experience. “But at camp, you learn you can be independent, make friends, be a leader - [Victory Junction Receives Two Grants Supporting Hospital and Clinic Outreach Program](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-receives-grants-for-outreach-program/) - Recently received contributions will support Victory Junction’s outREACH program that serves children in hospital and clinic settings in NC, SC and VA RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Apr. 11, 2025) – Victory Junction has received generous grants from the Tom Davis Fund and the Lisa Petty Luck and Charles S. Luck, IV Fund to support - [Asher White and His Family Find Belonging at Camp](https://victoryjunction.org/finding-belonging-white-family/) - For Asher White’s family, finding a place where he feels included has always been a priority. From their first family weekend to Asher’s transformative summer camp experience, the impact of Victory Junction was a game changer. For them, Victory Junction isn’t just a camp – it’s a place where they have discovered belonging. “There - [Victory Junction Med Camp 101 to Educate Healthcare Professionals on Power of Medical Specialty Camps](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-med-camp-101-to-educate-healthcare-professionals-on-power-of-medical-specialty-camps/) - Nurses, Social Workers, and Child Life Professionals Are Invited to Attend Free One-Day Conference Offering Speakers, Breakouts, and Continuing Education Credits RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Feb. 11, 2025) – Victory Junction is proud to host its second annual Med Camp 101, a free, one-day educational conference on February 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 - [Victory Junction Kicks Off ‘The Year of SeriousFun’ Honoring Paul Newman’s Legacy](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-kicks-off-the-year-of-seriousfun-honoring-paul-newmans-legacy/) - RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jan. 24, 2025) – Victory Junction, part of the SeriousFun Children’s Network, proudly joins camps worldwide on January 26 to honor what would have been Paul Newman’s 100th birthday by proclaiming 2025 as “The Year of SeriousFun.” Newman, the iconic actor and visionary philanthropist, founded the first SeriousFun Camp, Hole in the Wall - [Petty Family Donates 403 Acres to Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/petty-family-donates-403-acres-to-victory-junction-2/) - Generous gift will help Victory Junction provide camp experiences for children with serious and chronic medical conditions for generations to come RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Dec. 13, 2024) – With the support of his family, NASCAR legend Richard Petty has donated approximately 403 acres of land to Victory Junction, a year-round camp for children - [Victory Junction Named One of America’s Best Summer Camps by Newsweek](https://victoryjunction.org/victory-junction-named-one-of-americas-best-summer-camps-by-newsweek/) - RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Apr 18, 2023) – Newsweek has named Victory Junction as one of “America’s Best Summer Camps 2023”. Newsweek determined the rankings of camps across the United States through an extensive study conducted in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group, an international marketing research firm. The purpose of the study is to provide parents - [A Year of Incredible Experiences](https://victoryjunction.org/a-year-of-incredible-experiences/) - Victory Junction lives to create a place where children and their families can discover community and have fun, exhilarating experiences that fuel their journeys far beyond Camp. During its 20th year, Victory Junction provided a whopping 13,219 individual camper and family experiences that created lifelong memories! Watch these experiences come to life. Check out - [12 Days of Accessibility](https://victoryjunction.org/twelve-days-of-accessibility/) - At Victory Junction, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience the magic of Camp, and we’re always finding ways to make sure that happens. This holiday season, we’re celebrating the “12 Days of Accessibility” to shine a light on a few of the incredible ways your support helps make the impossible accessible. Be - [20 Years of Gratitude](https://victoryjunction.org/twenty-years-of-gratitude/) - As we celebrate 20 years, we reflect on the people, memories, and milestones that make Victory Junction a place of community, joy, and unforgettable experiences. With this year marking our 20th anniversary, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible journey that has brought us here. We want to take a moment to reflect not - [From Camp to Careers](https://victoryjunction.org/from-camp-to-careers-a-familys-vj-story/) - At Victory Junction, we believe that every volunteer brings something truly special to our Camp community. What makes Victory Junction even more magical are the unique and inspiring stories behind how volunteers discover us and choose to join in on the fun. We love hearing the heartfelt reasons why individuals step through our gates. Each - [Running With a Reason](https://victoryjunction.org/running-with-a-reason-emma-kate/) - Each year, our annual Run to Victory 5K and Fun Run brings together a diverse group of runners, walkers, and supporters, each with their own unique story and connection to Victory Junction. From first-time participants to seasoned veterans, everyone comes together with a shared purpose: to celebrate, support, and uplift the incredible children and families - [Partner Spotlight: American Diabetes Association](https://victoryjunction.org/partner-spotlight-american-diabetes-association/) - Victory Junction is thrilled to announce a heartwarming success from our latest initiative: a summer camp session specifically designed for children with diabetes, in partnership with the American Diabetes Association (ADA). This exciting opportunity, which took place in August 2024, marked our first diabetes-focused camp since summer 2019. In this session, we proudly served 38 - [Isaiah’s Journey from Camper to Counselor](https://victoryjunction.org/isaiahs-journey/) - At Victory Junction, every camper’s journey is unique and inspiring. Camp is a place for kids to be themselves and let their dreams take flight. It truly makes our heart race to see campers return to VJ, like Isaiah, a former camper who is now a cabin counselor for Summer 2024. We had the opportunity - [Celebrating Dedication](https://victoryjunction.org/celebrating-dedication/) - Mark Curran’s Inspiring Journey at Victory Junction The magic of Camp is made possible through the dedication and collaboration of many different individuals. We are thankful for the hard work and commitment that counselors, volunteers, interns, and year-round staff put into making this place so special. One individual who has witnessed and ## Pages - [Home](https://victoryjunction.org/) - Barrier-Free Camp Adventures for Kids At Victory Junction, children living with complex medical and physical needs experience the joy of camp in a medically safe, fully accessible environment. We remove barriers so kids can explore, connect, and thrive. Whether soaring down a zip line, aiming for a bullseye in archery, or catching a fish in - [Camp Cam](https://victoryjunction.org/campcam/) - A Live View from Victory Junction - [Camp Memories](https://victoryjunction.org/campmemories/) - Camp Memories Live Here! Check out the links below to view and download photos from your camp session. Fall 2026 ► Trillium Family Weekend #1 – September 4-6 ► Fabry Family Weekend – September 18-20 ► VJ Family Weekend – September 25-27 ► Trillium Family Weekend #2 – October 2-4 ► Friends Foundation Family Weekend - [Camp Schedule](https://victoryjunction.org/schedule/) - Camper, volunteer, and staff applications for Summer and Fall 2026 are open! Fall Family Weekends 2026 Trillium Family Weekend #1: September 4-6 VJ Family Weekend (General Session): September 25-27 Trillium Family Weekend #2: October 2-4 MYFACE/Craniofacial Family Weekend: October 16-18 Diabetes Family Weekend: October 23-25 Trillium Family Weekend #3: Oct. 30 – Nov. 1 Helene - [Camper Zone - Traditional Summer Camp](https://victoryjunction.org/camperzone-summercamp/) - Our Traditional Summer Camp programs are overnight programs designed specifically for individual campers between the ages of 6-17 to come to experience the magic of Victory Junction with other kids just like them! These programs are run by a wonderful group of summer staff, volunteers, full-time staff, and medical professionals! Applications for Summer 2026 open - [Media Resources - Press Releases & Media Coverage](https://victoryjunction.org/media-resources-pr-media-coverage/) - About Victory Junction | Our Impact | Our Leadership | Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets | Media Resource Center Home Press Releases & Media Coverage Press Releases Victory Junction Receives Two Grants Supporting Hospital and Clinic Outreach Program April 11, 2025 Victory Junction Med Camp 101 to Educate Healthcare Professionals on Power of Medical Specialty - [Racing - Donate Online - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/racing-paypal/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Racing - Donate Online - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/racing-credit-debit/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Racing - Donate Online](https://victoryjunction.org/racing/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Spotlight on Possibilities](https://victoryjunction.org/takeyourseat/) - Keep the Spotlight on Possibility! Every summer, the Silver Theater becomes a place where extraordinary things happen. It’s where campers living with complex medical and physical needs discover confidence, embrace creativity, build friendships, and experience the thrill of taking center stage. For many, it’s their first standing ovation – and a moment they’ll never forget. - [Recharge](https://victoryjunction.org/recharge/) - Independence for Campers. Rest for Families. Victory Junction has launched something new – Camp Recharge! During Camp Recharge programs, campers will attend camp on their own, allowing them to build independence, connect with peers, and experience the joy of Camp in a supportive environment. At the same time, these programs are designed to give parents, - [Camper Zone - Young Adults](https://victoryjunction.org/camperzone-youngadults/) - 2026 Young Adult Opportunity Young Adults Weekend: November 13-15* *Flu shots are required for this program. General Eligibility Requirements In order for an individual to be eligible to apply as a primary camper they must: ● Have an eligible Victory Junction diagnosis ● Be between the ages of 18-22 ● Be able to attend camp - [Camper Zone - Family Weekends](https://victoryjunction.org/camperzone-familyweekends/) - Our Family Weekend Camps are designed for the whole family. These programs run from Friday night to Sunday afternoon and provide the opportunity for families to explore the magic of Camp together! Applications for Spring 2026 open on December 1, 2025. 2026 Fall Schedule VJ Family Weekend (General Session): September 25-27 MY FACE/Craniofacial Family Weekend: - [Financials](https://victoryjunction.org/financials/) - Financials, Ethics, and Accountability IRS 990 Forms 2025 Audited Financials 2025 & 2024 ► 501(c)(3) Ruling ► Organization Bylaws ► Conflict of Interest Policy ► Whistleblower Policy ► Victory Junction At a Glance ► Victory Junction 2025 Year in Review ► Victory Junction By the Numbers Transparency We provide the highest quality care to the - [About](https://victoryjunction.org/about/) - About Us A Place Where Purpose Meets Possibility Victory Junction’s year-round camp facility and adaptive programs give kids living with complex medical and physical needs opportunities to participate in activities, free from barriers they may face in their daily lives. We design our fully accessible programs to provide endless possibilities for our campers. We believe - [Camper Zone](https://victoryjunction.org/camperzone/) - Please CREATE YOUR PROFILE HERE and be added to our mailing list for updates and alerts about FREE camp opportunities coming in the future! General Eligibility Requirements In order for a child to apply as a primary camper they must: ● Have an eligible Victory Junction diagnosis ● Be between the ages of 3-17 for Family - [Volunteer](https://victoryjunction.org/volunteer/) - Our 2024 Summer Volunteer applications are live – click here to access! Our Fall 2024 schedule and applications will be LIVE on Monday, July 1st! Please check back here then to get started on your application! Applications are now open! Click here to APPLY. See below for more information or email us at volunteer@victoryjunction.org or - [Team VJ](https://victoryjunction.org/teamvj/) - Come Join the Fun! You can make a difference in the lives of the children we serve. Learn more about opportunities to get involved at Victory Junction and apply to be a camp counselor or volunteer! Come Join the Fun! You can make a difference in the lives of the children we serve. Learn more about - [Ways to Give](https://victoryjunction.org/give/) - Many children describe their time at Victory Junction as the best week of their life. Here they can do things they never thought possible. That’s what your support does, it gives children with serious medical conditions a chance to thrive – always at no cost to their families. ► Make a Donation Adam’s Heroes Adam - [Program Areas](https://victoryjunction.org/programs/) - Programs & Places The hardest question for our campers to answer is “what is your favorite activity?” They simply can’t choose one! Victory Junction has traditional and unique venues and programs. Learn more about our facilities and fun camp activities. Adventure The sky’s the limit! Campers get to cut loose and feel free, whether they - [Vehicle Donation](https://victoryjunction.org/vehicle-donation/) - Donate Your Vehicle to Make a Difference Victory Junction provides year-round camp experiences that help children living with complex medical and physical needs discover joy, connection, and confidence. Whether through on-site programs in a medically safe environment or our OUTREACH program in hospitals and healthcare settings, children can play, explore, and build lasting friendships while - [Vehicle Donation FAQ](https://victoryjunction.org/vehicle-donation-faq/) - Frequently Asked Questions Even though we make donating easy, we understand that sometimes you may have questions regarding the car donation process. We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions that will help provide answers to questions you may have regarding how to donate a car, truck, RV, boat, or other vehicle. If at any - [Monthly Update Donation Form Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/monthlyupdate/) - [Meet the Team](https://victoryjunction.org/meet-teamvj/) - Learn more about the people behind the scenes who make Victory Junction’s camp programming possible!” Nathan Unwin Executive Camp Program Director Nathan Unwin joined Victory Junction in January 2022 after spending 13 years at a summer camp for children with physical disabilities in Long Island, New York. Originally from Sheffield, England, he first came to - [Run to Victory](https://victoryjunction.org/runtovictory/) - Join the Fun! The 17th Annual Run to Victory 5K/10K/ Fun Run is back! RTV will return to Victory Junction on September 10, 2022! Together, we can make a difference for kids with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions. Check back for updates and registration information. For questions or more information, contact Cathy Davis, Director - [Help](https://victoryjunction.org/help/) - Friday, May 29 | Downtown Nashville, TN Friday, May 29 Downtown Nashville, TN Join us on Broadway in Nashville for a day of high-octane excitement and live music, all to help send kids to Victory Junction. Why Victory Junction Matters Every child deserves the chance to dream big, laugh freely, and experience the thrill of - [Employment & Internships](https://victoryjunction.org/job-opportunities/) - Employment & Internships Year-round Positions ► Assistant Camp Director Year-round Positions Currently there are no year-round positions open at Victory Junction. Please check back later for future opportunites. Internships ► Barn Intern Internships A Victory Junction internship allows you to work for an inspiring mission, gain real-world experience and benefit from the guidance and support from - [Vic's Crew](https://victoryjunction.org/vics-crew/) - A Barn Full of Fun! Vic’s Crew at the Victory Junction barn is a delightful group of animals, each with unique personalities that create a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. The horses provide security and excitement, the rabbits offer a soothing presence, the goats add playful energy, and the donkeys love to get hugs from campers. - [Help - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/help-paypal/) - Friday, May 29 | Downtown Nashville, TN Friday, May 29 Downtown Nashville, TN Help Send Kids to Camp Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a - [Help - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/help-credit-debit/) - Friday, May 29 | Downtown Nashville, TN Friday, May 29 Downtown Nashville, TN Help Send Kids to Camp Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a - [outREACH](https://victoryjunction.org/outreach/) - outREACH Camp Beyond Our Gates At Victory Junction, we believe every child/adolescent, no matter their illness or ability, deserves the chance to be a kid and enjoy experiences like every other person their age. Victory Junction’s outREACH program allows us to take a little camp magic to pediatric patients/families in hospitals and outpatient clinics across - [Partnership Programs](https://victoryjunction.org/partnership-programs/) - Partnership Programs Why Partner with Victory Junction? Did you know that at Victory Junction we partner with other groups and organizations to host day programs, family weekends, and other events on site? We have an adaptable and fully accessible facility, offer a medically safe environment, and have many program areas to choose from to use - [Donate Online - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/donate-online-paypal/) - Give the Gift of Camp Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and - [Heart of North Carolina - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/heart-of-nc-paypal/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Heart of North Carolina - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/heart-of-nc-credit-debit/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Heart of North Carolina](https://victoryjunction.org/heart-of-nc/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Discover and Donate - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/discover-donate-paypal/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Discover and Donate - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/discover-donate-credit-debit/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Discover and Donate](https://victoryjunction.org/discover-donate/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Tribute Gift - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/tribute-gift-paypal/) - Honor, remember or celebrate someone special in your life today with a donation in their name. Prefer to give by mail? Download and complete our donation form here. - [Tribute Gift - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/tribute-gift-credit-debit/) - Honor, remember or celebrate someone special in your life today with a donation in their name. Prefer to give by mail? Download and complete our donation form here. - [Donate Online - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/donate-online-credit/) - Give the Gift of Camp Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and - [Donate Online](https://victoryjunction.org/donate-online/) - Give the Gift of Camp Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and - [Donor Stories - Jordan](https://victoryjunction.org/donorstories-jordan/) - 45 Club Member Spotlight This month, we are introducing you to one of Victory Junction’s 45 Club members, Jordan Washburn. Joining the 45 Club was an easy decision for Mr. Washburn. “There are two things that I really love, next to my family, of course, and those are racing and children. I remember when the - [Donor Stories - A Family Legacy](https://victoryjunction.org/family-legacy/) - A Family Legacy By Tonya Hayes When Sandra Marion’s husband, James “Bo”, died in July – after difficult fight with cancer – the family wrapped her in the type of love and support that both Sandra and Bo always gave so freely to others. But the family had little time to begin the healing process - [Donor Stories - A Letter From a Donor](https://victoryjunction.org/letter-from-donor-2/) - A Letter From a Donor By Lois Ann Warner My husband, David, loved the sport of racing. He got me hooked on NASCAR, and we, along with his best friend Andy, shared ten seats at the Loudon race track. When we heard that Adam Petty died in a crash at Loudon; we were devastated. We - [Donor Stories](https://victoryjunction.org/donorstories/) - A Letter From a Donor “We saw the sparkle in all the children’s eyes, a sight we will never forget!” ► Read More A Family Legacy The Marion Family created a legacy to honor their parents and make a difference for Victory Junction campers. ► Read More 45 Club Member Spotlight Meet Jordan Washburn, a - [Traditions](https://victoryjunction.org/traditions/) - Traditions are a big part of what makes Victory Junction the special place our campers look forward to coming back to year after year! The big red heart on the Spiritual Center always flashes with a rhythmic beat while camp is in session, because our campers are the heartbeat of Camp. Whenever someone at Camp - [Media Resource Center - Our Impact](https://victoryjunction.org/media-resource-center-our-impact/) - About Victory Junction | Our Leadership | Press Releases & Media Coverage | Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets | Media Resource Center Home Our Impact Victory Junction’s core programming is available to children ages six to 17. Our campers have come from all 50 states and around the world. The Victory Junction experience is a - [Leadership](https://victoryjunction.org/leadership/) - Meet Our Leaders Champions for Every Camper The men and women listed on this page share our belief that every child, no regardless of their medical needs, deserves the chance to be a kid and enjoy typical childhood experiences. Therefore, they have dedicated themselves to lead the efforts to sustain Victory Junction today and for - [Our Impact](https://victoryjunction.org/our-impact/) - Our Impact How We Help Victory Junction enriches the lives of children living with complex medical and physical needs by providing life-changing camp experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, all in a medically safe environment, at no cost to the camper or their family. Camp experiences also happen beyond our gates through outREACH, Victory - [Camp Stories and News](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-and-news/) - Camp Stories Media Inquiries Michael Cottingham Chief Marketing Officer mcottingham@victoryjunction.org - [Media Resources - Our Leadership](https://victoryjunction.org/media-resources-our-leadership/) - About Victory Junction | Our Impact | Press Releases & Media Coverage | Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets | Media Resource Center Home Our Leadership Chad A. Coltrane | President & CEO Chad Coltrane was hired as President & Chief Executive Officer in January 2015. Chad’s primary responsibilities are working directly with the Victory Junction - [Media Resources - Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets](https://victoryjunction.org/media-resources-images-brand-assets/) - About Victory Junction | Our Impact | Our Leadership | Press Releases & Media Coverage | Media Resource Center Home Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets Camp Activities | Images Camp Activities | Video B-Roll Camp Exteriors | Images Information Packet | Brochure Media Inquiries To request Victory Junction logos or other brand assets, contact: Michael - [Media Resources - Camp Exteriors Photo Gallery](https://victoryjunction.org/media-resources-camp-exteriors-photo-gallery/) - About Victory Junction | Our Impact | Our Leadership | Press Releases & Media Coverage | Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets | Media Resource Center Home Camp Exterior Photos Media Inquiries To request Victory Junction logos or other brand assets, contact: Michael Cottingham, Chief Marketing Officer mcottingham@victoryjunction.org | 336.495.2070 - [Media Resources - Camp Activities Photo Gallery](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-activities-photo-gallery/) - About Victory Junction | Our Impact | Our Leadership | Press Releases & Media Coverage | Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets | Media Resource Center Home Camp Activity Photos Media Inquiries To request Victory Junction logos or other brand assets, contact: Michael Cottingham, Chief Marketing Officer mcottingham@victoryjunction.org | 336.495.2070 - [Media Resource Center - About Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/media-resource-center-about-vj/) - Our Impact | Our Leadership | Press Releases & Media Coverage | Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets | Media Resource Center Home About Victory Junction Victory Junction is a year-round camp for children living with complex medical and physical conditions. Founded by Kyle Petty and family in honor of his son Adam, Victory Junction provides - [Media Resource Center](https://victoryjunction.org/media-resource-center/) - About Victory Junction | Our Impact | Our Leadership | Press Releases & Media Coverage | Images, B-Roll & Brand Assets Welcome to the Media Resource Center Thank you for your interest in learning more about Victory Junction, our mission and programs. Victory Junction is a year-round camp facility located in Randleman, NC that provides - [Adam's Heroes](https://victoryjunction.org/adams-heroes/) - Be a Hero! As part of Adam’s Heroes, you are member of a special group of friends to camp who are committed to providing children with serious illnesses and their families transformational experiences through year-round programming, including summer camp, Family Weekends, program days, equine therapy, and hospital and Ronald McDonald House outreach. Your monthly gift - [Discounted Hotels for Victory Junction Families](https://victoryjunction.org/hotels/) - Discounted Hotels for Victory Junction Families Victory Junction is proud to partner with Daly Seven, an award-winning, family-owned and operated hotel management company, that is dedicated to delivering distinctive hospitality experiences. As a Victory Junction family, you can receive special rates at the following hotels. Your discounted rate is already included when you book through - [Med Camp 101](https://victoryjunction.org/medcamp/) - Tuesday – February 24, 2026 9:00AM – 4:30PM Victory Junction 4500 Adam’s Way | Randleman, NC 27317 Continuing Education with a Camp Perspective Med Camp 101 is a series of continuing education sessions for medical professionals, social workers, and child life professionals. You can earn 3.75 hours of continuing education credits while enjoying interactive sessions, - [Helene](https://victoryjunction.org/helene/) - A Place to Heal, Reconnect, and Just Be a Family Victory Junction is honored to serve families who were impacted by Hurricane Helene. In the midst of disruption and loss, we believe families deserve space to breathe, reconnect, and experience joy together. Victory Junction is offering dedicated Family Weekend programs created specifically for Helene-impacted families - [Camp Tours](https://victoryjunction.org/tour/) - Visit Camp and See the Impact Victory Junction welcomes the public to experience Camp through guided tours of our fully accessible facility. Learn about our mission, explore the campus, and see how we create unforgettable experiences for the children and families we serve. Regular Hours Monday-Friday 9AM-3PM Summer Hours (June-August) Monday-Wednesday 9AM-3PM Thursday 1PM-3PM Friday - [Victory Junction Still Image Display #3](https://victoryjunction.org/vj3/) - [Victory Junction Still Image Display #2](https://victoryjunction.org/vj2/) - [Victory Junction Still Image Display #1](https://victoryjunction.org/vj1/) - [Soar](https://victoryjunction.org/soar/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Bright](https://victoryjunction.org/bright/) - Choose your best option and click below to make your gift! Prefer to give by mail? Download and complete our donation form here. Hear it from the campers themselves! Watch as they share their heartfelt answers to, “If I could give Victory Junction anything this holiday season, it would be…” - [Get Involved](https://victoryjunction.org/get-involved/) - We can’t do it without you. Children with serious illnesses are given the camp experiences they deserve, always at no cost to their families, only through the support of generous individuals. Camp Update Currently we are not accepting applications for volunteers and summer staff. Due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis, our 2020 spring and summer camp programs - [Camp Store Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-store-redirect/) - The Victory Junction camp store is temporarily closed for inventory. Please check back later. Thank you! - [The outREACH Team](https://victoryjunction.org/the-outreach-team/) - Meet the outREACH Team Addi Sherrill Assistant outREACH Director Addi first started at Camp in Summer of 2018 working as a Boating & Fishing Program Counselor and from there, Camp felt like home. She has a degree in Recreation Therapy and Nonprofit Management from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Addi was previously a - [Our Values](https://victoryjunction.org/our-values/) - Our Core Values The Principles Behind the Promise 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 form the foundation for our commitment to excellence. We strive to ensure - [Summer Staff](https://victoryjunction.org/summerstaff/) - Schedule Application Dashboard 2024 Early Application Access If you want to register your interest or have early access to the 2024 Application (Summer Staff or Spring/Summer Volunteer), please fill in this form! You can also ask our program team any questions about our 2024 staff or volunteer opportunities using this link. Take Part in Something - [Contact - Thank You](https://victoryjunction.org/thank-you/) - Thanks for contacting us! Your message on its way to our team. We’re grateful for your interest in Victory Junction and the kids and families we serve. Someone will follow up with you soon. - [2025 EOY Thank You Video Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/thanks/) - [Camp](https://victoryjunction.org/camp/) - Get Campy! We believe that every child, no matter their illness or diagnosis, deserves to just be a kid. That’s why we provide medically-safe camp experiences filled with discovery, friendship and a lot of laughter. Always at no cost to families. ► Camp Schedule ► Apply for Camp Start Your Engines Learn why our magical - [Matching Gift Challenge - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/match-paypal/) - Double Your Impact! An anonymous couple has presented a $50,000 dollar-for-dollar challenge gift to Victory Junction! Every dollar you give at the link below will be matched through December 31, 2025. Together, we can raise $100,000! That’s enough to support two family weekends, serving over 500 guests. In addition to being matched, your gift will - [Matching Gift Challenge - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/match-credit-debit/) - Double Your Impact! An anonymous couple has presented a $50,000 dollar-for-dollar challenge gift to Victory Junction! Every dollar you give at the link below will be matched through December 31, 2025. Together, we can raise $100,000! That’s enough to support two family weekends, serving over 500 guests. In addition to being matched, your gift will - [Matching Gift Challenge](https://victoryjunction.org/match/) - Double Your Impact! An anonymous couple has presented a $50,000 dollar-for-dollar challenge gift to Victory Junction! Every dollar you give at the link below will be matched through December 31, 2025. Together, we can raise $100,000! That’s enough to support two family weekends, serving over 500 guests. In addition to being matched, your gift will - [Our Care](https://victoryjunction.org/care-cz/) - Our Care Medications Campers are asked to bring their home medications to camp. Each child’s treatment plan and daily routine is followed as closely as possible to provide consistency for our campers. Prescriptions can be written if necessary. Scheduled Medications To ensure fun-filled days are not interrupted, scheduled medications are unnoticeably hand delivered and administered - [Camp Page Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-2/) - We believe that every child, no matter their illness or diagnosis, deserves to just be a kid. That’s why we provide medically-safe camp experiences filled with discovery, friendship and a lot of laughter. Always at no cost to families. ► Camp Schedule ► Apply for Camp Learn why our magical camp in Randleman, North Carolina - [About Page Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/about-2/) - Located in the hills of Randleman, North Carolina, Victory Junction is spread across 84 acres, allowing children to do what they do best— be kids, play, imagine, make friends and enjoy the adventures and experiences of camp life. Victory Junction was the dream of Adam Petty, a fourth generation race car driver from the famous - [Heartbeat RSVP](https://victoryjunction.org/heartbeat/) - RSVP by October 6th by completing the form below or contact Jacinta Frazier at 336.495.2039. - [Privacy Policy](https://victoryjunction.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Privacy Statement Victory Junction is committed to protecting the privacy of our campers, donors, volunteers and guests. As a matter of policy, we will never sell, trade, share or rent your personal information with anyone else nor will we send donor mailings on behalf of other organizations. We will only share personal information - [RTV Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/rtv/) - [Our Inspiration](https://victoryjunction.org/our-inspiration-2/) - Our Inspiration Adam Petty’s Legacy of Love and Possibility In 1999, a lanky, wide-smiling teenager visited Camp Boggy Creek, a SeriousFun camp in Florida, with his dad and knew it was his calling to bring a similar camp to the hills of North Carolina where he grew up. This young man was up-and-coming racecar driver - [Frankie](https://victoryjunction.org/frankie/) - Join Frankie’s Team Today! Children attend Victory Junction free of charge. Your gift provides freedom, fun, and confidence to kids who need it most. Here are a few examples of what your support could provide. $25 Tools to create and express through accessible arts & crafts $100 Adaptive equipment for thrilling activities like ziplining, archery, - [hellcat](https://victoryjunction.org/hellcat/) - [Frankie - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/frankie-credit-debit/) - Camp is always free for kids thanks to the generosity of others. Frankie’s goal: $25,000 to send 10 kids to camp for a week. Camp is always free for kids thanks to the generosity of others. Frankie’s goal: $25,000 to send 10 kids to camp for a week. Help Create Life-Changing Moments for Kids At - [Frankie - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/frankie-paypal/) - Camp is always free for kids thanks to the generosity of others. Frankie’s goal: $25,000 to send 10 kids to camp for a week. Camp is always free for kids thanks to the generosity of others. Frankie’s goal: $25,000 to send 10 kids to camp for a week. Help Create Life-Changing Moments for Kids At - [respite](https://victoryjunction.org/respite/) - [Trillium Consent & Waiver Form Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/trillium/) - [Camp Ambassador Program](https://victoryjunction.org/ambassador/) - Become a Victory Junction Camp Ambassador Do you want to help spread good Camp vibes with others? Your voice and experience are powerful. Our Camp Ambassador Program (CAP) gives campers and families fun, creative ways to help tell the VJ story – through videos, quotes, arts and crafts, music, special events, and more! As opportunities - [Campfire Chat Newsletter Signup](https://victoryjunction.org/newsletter/) - Sign up for our Campfire Chat newsletter to have all the latest Victory Junction news and Camp stories sent to your inbox each month! - [Soar - PayPal](https://victoryjunction.org/soar-paypal/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Soar - Credit/Debit](https://victoryjunction.org/soar-credit-debit/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [kylie](https://victoryjunction.org/kylie/) - [Discover](https://victoryjunction.org/discover/) - Together, We Can Make Every Kid a Champion Thank you for visiting! Whether you’re here to learn more, refer a camper, or support our mission, you’re helping us turn possibilities into realities for kids who need it most. At Victory Junction, laughter echoes, friendships blossom, and dreams soar – all in a medically safe environment, - [Marketing Support](https://victoryjunction.org/marketing-support/) - Marketing Support Need Help With Your Project? We’re here for you! The Marketing Team is happy to collaborate with you to ensure your project is successful! Complete the form below to get started – just be sure to get your director’s approval first. Please include as many details as possible in the space provided. Once - [NEWS - Victory Junction Named One of America’s Best Summer Camps by Newsweek](https://victoryjunction.org/news-victory-junction-named-one-of-americas-best-summer-camps-by-newsweek/) - Victory Junction Named One of America’s Best Summer Camps by Newsweek April 18, 2023 RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Apr. 18, 2023) – Newsweek has named Victory Junction as one of “America’s Best Summer Camps 2023”. Newsweek determined the rankings of camps across the United States through an extensive study conducted in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group, an - [NEWS - Victory Junction Kicks Off The Year of SeriousFun](https://victoryjunction.org/news-victory-junction-kicks-off-year-of-seriousfun/) - Victory Junction Kicks Off ‘The Year of SeriousFun’ Honoring Paul Newman’s Legacy January 24, 2025 Victory Junction Invites Community to Join the Mission of Empowering Children with Serious and Chronic Medical Conditions RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Jan. 24, 2025) – Victory Junction, part of the SeriousFun Children’s Network, proudly joins camps worldwide on January 26 to honor - [NEWS - Petty Family Donates 403 Acres to Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/news-petty-family-donates-403-acres/) - Petty Family Donates 403 Acres to Victory Junction December 13, 2024 Generous gift will help Victory Junction provide camp experiences for children with serious and chronic medical conditions for generations to come. RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Dec. 13, 2024) – With the support of his family, NASCAR legend Richard Petty has donated approximately 403 acres of land - [20 Years of Gratitude](https://victoryjunction.org/20-years-of-gratitude/) - 20 Years of Gratitude By Abby Sugg November 21, 2024 As we celebrate 20 years, we reflect on the people, memories, and milestones that make Victory Junction a place of community, joy, and unforgettable experiences. With this year marking our 20th anniversary, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible journey that has brought us here. - [Running With a Reason](https://victoryjunction.org/running-with-a-reason/) - Running With a Reason By Abby Emmons Sugg September 6, 2024 Emma Kate’s Journey with Victory Junction Each year, our annual Run to Victory 5K brings together a diverse group of runners, walkers, and supporters, each with their own unique story and connection to Victory Junction. From first-time participants to seasoned veterans, everyone comes together - [Tribute Gift](https://victoryjunction.org/tribute/) - Honor, remember or celebrate someone special in your life today with a donation in their name. Donate securely online with your preferred payment method. Prefer to give by mail? Download and complete our donation form here. - [The Year of SeriousFun](https://victoryjunction.org/year-of-seriousfun/) - The Year of SeriousFun By Michael Cottingham January 24, 2025 Victory Junction invites communities to join the mission of empowering children with serious and chronic medical conditions. Victory Junction, part of the SeriousFun Children’s Network, proudly joins camps worldwide on January 26 to honor what would have been Paul Newman’s 100th birthday by proclaiming 2025 - [Vic's Journal](https://victoryjunction.org/vics-journal/) - The Year of SeriousFun January 24, 2025 Victory Junction proudly joins camps worldwide on January 26 to honor what would have been Paul Newman’s 100th birthday by proclaiming 2025 as “The Year of SeriousFun.” ► Read More 12 Days of Accessibility December 19, 2024 Join us this holiday season for Victory Junction’s “12 Days of - [12 Days of Accessibility](https://victoryjunction.org/12-days-of-accessibility/) - 12 Days of Accessibility By Abby Sugg December 19, 2024 At Victory Junction, we believe every child deserves the chance to experience the magic of Camp, and we’re always finding ways to make sure that happens. This holiday season, we’re celebrating the “12 Days of Accessibility” to shine a light on a few of the - [Medical Professionals](https://victoryjunction.org/medicalprof/) - Schedule Application Dashboard Applications are now open! Click here to APPLY. See below for more information. Few things are more rewarding than helping a child expand their boundaries and achieve things they never thought possible. Our medical volunteers and summer staff play a large part in that process. Are you looking for that type of - [Barn Intern](https://victoryjunction.org/barn-intern/) - Barn Intern Internship Type: Part-time/full-time Direct Report: Barn Director Compensation: Paid (may also receive academic credit if eligible) Organization Overview Victory Junction is a year-round camp facility that provides fully accessible on-site and off-site programming for children with complex medical conditions at no cost to their families. Victory Junction’s adaptive, intentional programming includes summer camp, - [Recruitment Resources](https://victoryjunction.org/recruitment-resources/) - Recruitment Resources Spread the Word! We have created these documents for you to use to share with your classes, groups, or friends. Feel free to use any of these to help spread the word about Camp and introduce opportunities for campers, summer staff, and volunteers. We will add to this page as we obtain more - [The REACH Team](https://victoryjunction.org/reach-team/) - Angela M. Bryan, M.Ed., CCLS REACH Program Director Angela Miller Bryan has her Master’s Degree in Education and has been a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) since 2006 in the Charlotte, NC area. Angela has worked in general pediatrics and then outpatient hematology and oncology, caring for infant to young adult patients. She is also - [REACH](https://victoryjunction.org/reach/) - Camp Beyond Our Gates At Victory Junction, we believe every child/adolescent, no matter their illness or ability, deserves the chance to be a kid and enjoy experiences like every other person their age. REACH is our camp outreach program. REACH allows us to take a little camp magic to pediatric patients/families in hospitals and outpatient - [Dream Makers](https://victoryjunction.org/dream-makers/) - Join us as we revisit the inspiring story of how Victory Junction transformed from a heartfelt dream into a vibrant reality. Through countless tales of its creation and those unforgettable first camp sessions, witness how passion, dedication, and compassion brought a beautiful vision to life. Discover how Adam Petty’s dream, the Petty family’s unwavering determination, - [From Camp to Careers](https://victoryjunction.org/from-camp-to-careers/) - From Camp to Careers A Family’s Journey With VJ By Abby Sugg October 31, 2024 At Victory Junction, we believe that every volunteer brings something truly special to our Camp community. What makes Victory Junction even more magical are the unique and inspiring stories behind how volunteers discover us and choose to join in on - [Partner Spotlight: American Diabetes Association](https://victoryjunction.org/partner-spotlight-ada/) - Partner Spotlight: American Diabetes Association By Allie Hylton August 30, 2024 Victory Junction is thrilled to announce a heartwarming success from our latest initiative: a summer camp session specifically designed for children with diabetes, in partnership with the American Diabetes Association (ADA). This exciting opportunity, which took place in August 2024, marked our first diabetes-focused - [Fan Walk](https://victoryjunction.org/fanwalk/) - The Fan Walk is a beautiful brick walkway located at the main entrance of Victory Junction. It’s winding path beginning by the water tower, leads visitors through a gate, and ultimately takes you to an original Norfolk Southern caboose. More than 30,000 bricks make up the Fan Walk and the caboose provides a scenic overlook - [DonateNow Redirect 2024](https://victoryjunction.org/donatenow/) - Thanks to the generosity of Steward Family Foundation and World Wide Technology, we are celebrating our 15th Anniversary in style by sitting on the hood of the legendary #43 race car. Thanks to you, we will continue to celebrate long into the future! “Victory Junction not only gives opportunities to children that have boundaries in - [Donate-Now Redirect 2024](https://victoryjunction.org/donate-now/) - Victory Junction provides empowering and transformational experiences at no cost to children with serious illnesses and their families through year-round programming, including summer camp, hospital and Ronald McDonald House outreach, equine therapy, Family Weekends, program days, and community partnerships. We are committed to staying connected to the children we serve and reaching new children and - [Because of You](https://victoryjunction.org/becauseofyou/) - When you support Victory Junction, you are helping provide a camper with a week of fun, wonder, joy, hope and love. Camp is always provided at no cost to a child’s family. Make a difference by giving to Victory Junction. - [Isaiah’s Journey from Camper to Counselor](https://victoryjunction.org/isaiahs-journey-from-camper-to-counselor/) - Isaiah’s Journey from Camper to Counselor By Abby Emmons July 24, 2024 At Victory Junction, every camper’s journey is unique and inspiring. Camp is a place for kids to be themselves and let their dreams take flight. It truly makes our heart race to see campers return to VJ, like Isaiah, a former camper who - [Celebrating Dedication: Mark Curran](https://victoryjunction.org/celebrating-dedication-mark-curran/) - Celebrating Dedication By Abby Emmons June 25, 2024 Mark Curran’s Inspiring Journey at Victory Junction The magic of Camp is made possible through the dedication and collaboration of many different individuals. We are thankful for the hard work and commitment that counselors, volunteers, interns, and year-round staff put into making this place so special. One - [Sun Escape Weekend](https://victoryjunction.org/sun-escape-weekend/) - Sun Escape Weekend By Allie Hylton May 27, 2024 A Beacon of Hope for Sun-Sensitive Families Victory Junction loves the opportunity to serve new populations and diagnosis groups. In Spring 2024, we had the privilege of working with a truly unique group for the very first time. We collaborated with two wonderful organizations, the United - [A Night to Remember](https://victoryjunction.org/a-night-to-remember/) - A Night to Remember By John Barnett April 26, 2024 Celebrating 20 Years of Camp On April 6, 2024, Victory Junction celebrated its 20th anniversary by hosting our “For the Kids” gala at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, NC. Guests included NASCAR dignitaries, donors, camper families, and former summer counselors. Charlotte-area TV personality - [Outside Camp's Gates - Meet Bailey](https://victoryjunction.org/outside-camps-gates-meet-bailey/) - Outside Camp’s Gates – Meet Bailey By Abby Emmons March 29, 2024 REACH is Victory Junction’s outreach program, and it is essentially “Camp on the go!” This program, that began in 2010, brings Camp into hospitals and clinics throughout the Carolinas and Virginia. Sometimes, kids with complex medical conditions spend a lot of time in - [Adventure Awaits. Join Our Summer Team!](https://victoryjunction.org/adventure-awaits/) - Adventure Awaits. Join Our Summer Team! By Elizabeth McCurry February 23, 2024 Victory Junction’s summer staff members and volunteers are the driving force behind providing amazing camp experiences for children with complex medical conditions. We’re gearing up for another incredible summer season, and we want YOU to be part of the magic! Recently, we have - [Gift Planning](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning/) - Create an Amazing Legacy Create an Amazing Legacy About Gift Planning Gift planning helps you think about your charitable giving in a way that benefits you, the people you care about, and Victory Junction. When you include Camp in your estate or financial plans, you make sure camp is available for kids today – and - [DIY FUNraiser Site Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/fundraise/) - [Lookbook URL Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/becauseofyou-2/) - [DIY FUNraiser Site Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/funraiseforvj/) - [DIY FUNraiser Site Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/funraise/) - [45 Club Members](https://victoryjunction.org/45-club-members/) - The 45 Club is Victory Junction’s legacy giving program, recognizing the generosity of our friends who have included Camp in their plans for the future. Legacy giving ensures Camp will be available for all the children yet to come. Revised 2/9/23 *Indicates Deceased Individuals Anonymous (12) Carolyn F. Haden and Clarence Maxwell Allen * Jacquelyn - [Partner Spotlight: Inheritance of Hope](https://victoryjunction.org/inheritance-of-hope/) - Partner Spotlight: Inheritance of Hope By Allie Hylton January 26, 2024 In the past, we have talked a little about the partnerships we do here at Camp to serve different communities. And many of our Victory Junction Partnerships have served communities that work with families who have children with various diagnoses. For the first time - [Gift Planning Options - Bequests](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-bequests/) - Bequests in Your Will Naming Victory Junction in your Will is a simple, yet powerful way to provide camp for all the children yet to come. You decide what to give or how much to give. Benefits of Bequests in Your Will ● There is no cost to you or your family ● You may - [Gift Planning Options - Beneficiary Designated Gifts](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-beneficiary/) - Beneficiary Designated Gifts Naming Victory Junction as the beneficiary of certain assets can have a big impact while costing you and your family nothing. In addition to retirement funds and stocks, you can also name Camp as a beneficiary of life insurance policies, savings accounts, money markets, and checking accounts. Benefits of Gifts of Stocks - [Conversations with Chad](https://victoryjunction.org/conversations-with-chad-20th/) - Conversations with Chad By Elizabeth McCurry December 15, 2023 Celebrating 20 Years of Inspiration and Dedication at Victory Junction As we approach the end of the year at Victory Junction, the air is filled with celebration, gratitude, and as always, an unwavering commitment to the mission. Starting in January, Camp will celebrate a milestone- 20 - [Team VJ Application](https://victoryjunction.org/application-teamvj/) - Team VJ Schedule Dashboard Thank you for your desire to apply for a volunteer or summer staff position at Victory Junction. All steps must be completed before your application can be reviewed. Start Online Application ► Begin Application Provide 3 Professional References Complete & Submit Your Application Once your application is complete and meets our criteria, - [Marketing Intern](https://victoryjunction.org/marketing-intern/) - Marketing Intern (Spring 2024) Internship Type: Part-time Direct Report: Marketing Communications Manager Compensation: Paid (may also receive academic credit if eligible) Organization Overview Victory Junction is a year-round camp facility that provides fully accessible on-site and off-site programming for children with complex medical conditions at no cost to their families. Victory Junction’s adaptive, intentional programming - [NASCARnival Magic](https://victoryjunction.org/nascarnival-magic/) - NASCARnival Magic By Elizabeth McCurry & Bailey Deaver October 24, 2023 At Victory Junction, one event stands out as an absolute favorite among most campers – NASCARnival. This electrifying evening extravaganza during the summer is designed to give our campers a carnival-like experience filled with games, music, snacks, and the opportunity to connect with everyone - [Running the Path to Victory](https://victoryjunction.org/running-the-path-to-victory/) - Running the Path to Victory: Lara’s Story By Kayla White & Elizabeth McCurry August 29, 2023 One of our favorite things about Camp is sharing all the unique stories that campers, volunteers, staff, and supporters have. In honor of Run to Victory being less than two weeks away, we thought what better time to share - [Staff Spotlight: Meet Bailey](https://victoryjunction.org/staff-spotlight-meet-bailey/) - Staff Spotlight: Meet Bailey By Kayla White July 14, 2023 Adventures in Rentals, Condos, and Pit Crews Introducing our Director of Facility Rentals and Community Partnerships, Bailey Black! Bailey has been working at Victory Junction since January 2023. Before working at Camp, Bailey’s work mostly was concentrated in the the world of sports. When she - [What is "Camp Life, Best Life"?](https://victoryjunction.org/what-is-camp-life-best-life/) - What is “Camp Life, Best Life”? By Elizabeth McCurry June 26, 2023 Every year at Victory Junction, our team comes up with a theme that represents the upcoming year with a saying, phrase, or sometimes a state of mind while at Camp. This year, we went with a short but powerful one: “Camp Life, Best - [Summer Resources](https://victoryjunction.org/summer-resources/) - Summer Resources Welcome to Victory Junction! Here you will find useful documents to help guide you on your summer adventure. Important Documents ► 2023 Camp Manual - [The Gift of Camp](https://victoryjunction.org/the-gift-of-camp/) - Victory Junction provides barrier-free transformational experiences to children with complex medical conditions and their families through year-round programming. Because of the generosity of our donor family, these experiences are always free to families. Together, we create a home away from home of warmth, love, and support in an empowering and accessible environment. Together, we create - [Donate](https://victoryjunction.org/donate/) - [Volunteer Spotlight: Chris](https://victoryjunction.org/volunteer-spotlight-chris/) - Volunteer Spotlight: Chris By Elizabeth McCurry April 27, 2023 “The gift of service leads to a life of love.” – Mary White We often talk about how essential many groups of people are to Camp, but as this month is National Volunteer Month, we wanted to focus on our volunteers! In particular, we wanted to - [Partnership Programs FAQ](https://victoryjunction.org/partnership-programs-faq/) - Partnership Programs FAQ By Jodi Chiz March 29, 2023 Here at VJ, one of our favorite things is seeing the smiles that new experiences at Camp can bring, and we are always looking for new ways to share the Victory Junction experience with others. One of those ways is our growing partnership program. Since this - [Media Production Intern](https://victoryjunction.org/media-production-intern/) - Media Production Intern Internship Type: Part-time Direct Report: Media Production Specialist Compensation: Academic Credit – Unpaid Organization Overview Victory Junction is a year-round camp facility that provides fully accessible on-site and off-site programming for children with complex medical conditions at no cost to their families. Victory Junction’s adaptive, intentional programming includes summer camp, family weekends, - [The McKissick Family: A VJ Story](https://victoryjunction.org/mckissick-family/) - The McKissick Family: A VJ Story By Kayla White and Elizabeth McCurry February 24, 2023 At Victory Junction, we strive to make every experience a memorable one for campers and their families. Our hope is that, whenever someone leaves our gates, they take a little piece of Camp with them. For John McKissick’s family, spending - [Camp Stories - Redirect to Vic's Journal](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories/) - ► More Camp Stories ► News and Events ► Videos ► Media Requests - [Needs List](https://victoryjunction.org/needs-list/) - Check Out Our Needs List! Little things can make a big difference! Your donation of in-kind products are greatly appreciated and help make Victory Junction the best experience possible for our campers. For more information about making in-kind donations, call 336.498.9055 or email info@victoryjunction.org. ► More Ways to Give - [Together We Are Camp](https://victoryjunction.org/together-we-are-camp/) - Together We Are Camp By Elizabeth McCurry December 19, 2022 Every year some of our staff get together and think about what a theme for Camp will be. This year, we chose the theme “Together We Are Camp,” for a couple reasons. And when we did, so many people came to mind. Always, the first - [About Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/about-vj/) - About Victory Junction Victory Junction is a year-round camp facility for children with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions. Founded by Kyle Petty and his family in honor of his son Adam, Victory Junction provides life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, in a medically-safe environment, always free of charge. Victory Junction’s adaptive, - [Partner Spotlight: Fabry](https://victoryjunction.org/fabry-partnership/) - Partner Spotlight: Fabry By Jodi Chiz October 27, 2022 The National Fabry Disease Foundation (NFDF) is an organization dedicated to supporting the Fabry disease community. The organization’s five primary functions are assisting with Fabry disease education, facilitating Fabry disease identification to improve Fabry disease recognition and diagnosis, providing various forms of assistance to individuals with - [Running Back Home](https://victoryjunction.org/running-back-home/) - Running Back Home By Elizabeth McCurry September 9, 2022 “And no matter where we go, we always find our way back home.” This is a quote from a popular song called “Back Home” by Andy Grammar that reminds a lot of people of VJ. That sentiment is especially true for Haleigh Epperson and how she - [Camper Zone Redirect](https://victoryjunction.org/camperzone-2022/) - Camp Update Victory Junction Family, MARK YOUR CALENDARS! We are so excited to finally share our 2022 Spring and Summer program schedule with you! Take a look at the dates below: Spring 2022 General Session Family Weekends: March 18-20 April 1-3 Summer 2022 Family Weekends: June 10-12 June 17-19 July 1-3 Traditional Summer Camp: Sickle - [Weekend Orientation](https://victoryjunction.org/weekend-orientation/) - Welcome, Weekend Volunteers! We are so excited that you will be volunteering with us as a family pal or program pal, or helping out in the dining hall or stables! You will play an important role in creating magical moments for our camper families, and we can’t thank you enough for donating of your time - [Volunteer Education](https://victoryjunction.org/volunteer-education/) - Welcome, Summer Volunteers! We are so excited that you will be volunteering with us as a cabin counselor, barn crew or dining hall weekly staff! You will play an important role in creating magical moments for our campers and we can’t thank you enough for the donation of your time! To help you prepare for - [Victory Junction Newsletter](https://victoryjunction.org/vj-newsletter/) - Stay Connected! Sign up for our Campfire Chat newsletter to have all the latest Victory Junction news and Camp stories sent to your inbox each month! - [Campers to Counselors](https://victoryjunction.org/campers-to-counselors/) - Campers to Counselors By Bailey Deaver August 9, 2022 Many of our 2022 summer staff brought previous Victory Junction experiences and history going back almost a decade with them to Camp. More than a dozen counselors were once campers, and many others have loved ones who were also attended VJ. We want to share just - [Platinum Seal of Transparency](https://victoryjunction.org/platinum-seal-of-transparency/) - Platinum Seal of Transparency By Kayla White July 29, 2022 Here at Victory Junction, we take pride in providing high quality care to the children and families who come through our gates. We also show great care in how we manage and steward the financial support we receive and prioritize transparency while doing so. For - [A Day Packed with Summer Camp Fun](https://victoryjunction.org/a-day-packed-with-summer-camp-fun/) - A Day Packed with Summer Camp Fun By Bailey Deaver July 8, 2022 “Victory Junction, how do you feel?” is the start to an iconic cheer often heard around VJ. Cheers are just one of the ways campers show their excitement to be at Camp. In the past two years, while we are all adjusting - [Volunteer Education - Orientation Videos](https://victoryjunction.org/volunteer-ed-orientation-videos/) - Orientation Videos For All the Kids Yet to Come Learn about Victory Junction’s history, mission, and how you can help the children we serve. ► Watch Now Volunteer Arrival and Camp Tour Find out what to expect when you arrive at camp and take a tour! ► Watch Now Camper Care 101 Watch demonstrations for - [From Camper to Camp Staff](https://victoryjunction.org/from-camper-to-camp-staff/) - From Camper to Camp Staff By Bailey Deaver June 23, 2022 It always makes our heart race to see our campers back at VJ. This summer is a special one for many reasons. One of those being that about 25% of current seasonal staff have prior connections to Camp. The connections don’t just stop with - [Camp Beyond Our Gates](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-beyond-our-gates/) - Camp Beyond Our Gates By Elizabeth McCurry May 26, 2022 The children we serve at Victory Junction often talk about the magic that happens when they are here. Our campers say that the magic at Camp makes them feel like they can just be a kid. And that is a primary goal for VJ – - [Volunteer Education - Diagnosis Information](https://victoryjunction.org/volunteer-ed-training-modules/) - Camp Week Overviews The training modules provided below will help give you an overview of the diagnosis groups for each camp week. Watch the Overview Video and review the Important Facts document for your camp week. Sickle Cell and Cancer ► Overview Video ► Important Facts Spina Bifida, Neuromuscular Disorders, Craniofacial Anomalies and Physical Disabilities - [Volunteers Make Our Heart Race!](https://victoryjunction.org/volunteers-make-our-heart-race/) - Volunteers Make Our Heart Race! By Elizabeth McCurry and John Barnett April 15, 2022 “Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.” – Elizabeth Andrews Speaking of heart, we like to say our volunteers make our race! Our volunteers donate their time, talent, and energy to make sure we can continuously - [Home Away From Home](https://victoryjunction.org/home-away-from-home/) - Home Away From Home By Elizabeth McCurry March 16, 2022 When a person describes their home, they might describe it as a place they feel safest, the place they can be the most themselves. A person’s safe place can be many things – a person, their actual place of residence, or even another place. To - [Love is in the Air](https://victoryjunction.org/love-is-in-the-air/) - Love Is In The Air By Elizabeth McCurry & John Barnett February 11, 2022 February is the month of love, and love is always in the air at Victory Junction! We often talk about the long-term benefits of Camp, especially the connections and lasting friendships made with others. But, did you know that sometimes those - [More Than a Job, More Than a Camp](https://victoryjunction.org/summer-opportunities/) - More Than a Job, More Than a Camp By Elizabeth McCurry January 19, 2022 It takes a lot of people serving in different roles to make Victory Junction a fun and memorable experience for campers throughout the summer. While some roles are common to those at any camp, others are more specialized. In this overview, - [News and Events](https://victoryjunction.org/news-events/) - Victory Junction Releases Schedule for Spring and Summer 2022 Programming December 7, 2021 Victory Junction shares information about spring and summer sessions and plans for transitioning back to traditional camp programming. ► Read More Alumni From Victory Junction Participate in Groundbreaking Study November 9, 2021 Former VJ campers participate in a new study conducted by - [News - 12-07-21 Victory Junction Schedule for Spring and Summer 2022 Programming](https://victoryjunction.org/news-11-09-21-spring-and-summer-programming/) - Victory Junction Releases Schedule for Spring and Summer 2022 Programming December 7, 2021 Victory Junction is excited to announce its 2022 spring and summer camp schedule. Applications are now open for campers, families, volunteers, and seasonal staff. Victory Junction will continue to implement COVID-19 protocols to help ensure safety for campers, families and staff. Programming - [News - 11-09-21 Alumni From VJ Participate in Groundbreaking Study](https://victoryjunction.org/news-11-09-21-sf-impact-study/) - Alumni From Victory Junction Participate in Groundbreaking Study November 9, 2021 SeriousFun Children’s Network (SeriousFun), a non-profit that provides exceptional camp, hospital, and at-home programs for kids living with serious illnesses and their families, recently partnered with the American Institute for Research® (AIR®) to conduct this first-of-its-kind study. Alumni campers from SeriousFun camps all over - [A Chat With Our CEO](https://victoryjunction.org/chat-with-ceo/) - A Chat With Our CEO By Elizabeth McCurry December 16, 2021 3, 2, 1… Happy 2021! After a challenging year in 2020, everyone was hopeful when the ball dropped into 2021 that all of our troubles would be over. We headed into the unknown of the New Year full of hope and love. And that - [A Season For Thankfulness](https://victoryjunction.org/thankfulness/) - A Season For Thankfulness By Elizabeth McCurry and John Barnett November 18, 2021 As the days get colder, the leaves start to change colors, and the holiday season approaches, it’s hard not to reflect on the year that has passed so quickly. We blinked on New Year’s Day, and now we are getting ready for - [Partner Spotlight: Horizons Residential Care Center](https://victoryjunction.org/horizons/) - Partner Spotlight: Horizons Residential Care Center By Jodi Chiz October 21, 2021 Horizons Residential Care Center is a nonprofit organization in Forsyth County that came alongside Victory Junction as a partnership program in 2021 to provide day camp experiences to their residents. Their facilities provide continuous long-term care and support to up to 40 residents - [Bear-Necessities](https://victoryjunction.org/bear-necessities/) - Use your talents to help ensure every camper is able to take home a bear and blanket after camp! At the beginning of every camp session, our campers find their very own blanket and camp teddy bear on their cabin bed. It’s a little, snuggly way for campers to bring camp home with them. Each - [Adaptability at VJ](https://victoryjunction.org/adaptability-at-vj/) - Adaptability at VJ By Elizabeth McCurry October 4, 2021 At Victory Junction we often talk about Camp’s magic and the power that it can have on our campers. But unless you’ve ever been to VJ, it’s hard to see or imagine where that “magic” comes from. In theory, there could be a lot of different - [A Gift That Keeps Giving](https://victoryjunction.org/giftthatkeepsgiving/) - A Gift That Keeps Giving By Tonya Hayes February 11, 2020 Have you ever wondered what happens to the donations Victory Junction receives through estates, wills, IRAs or other assets? At camp, we understand that making this type of gift is a serious commitment, and we are committed to ensuring your gift has a lasting - [A "Beary" Happy Story](https://victoryjunction.org/beary-happy-story/) - A “Beary” Happy Story By Elizabeth McCurry August 20, 2021 There are a lot of things at Victory that campers say are very special experiences. One of those things is that every camper who comes to Camp gets a blanket and bear to take back home with them. For the most part, staff don’t hear - [Partner Spotlight: Trillium](https://victoryjunction.org/trillium-partnership/) - Partner Spotlight: Trillium By Jodi Chiz July 8, 2021 Since 2019, Trillium Health Resources has been partnering with Victory Junction to serve families from eastern North Carolina through Spring, Fall, and most recently Summer family retreat programs. Trillium Health Resources “help eastern North Carolinians—with mental health conditions, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders—get the services - [Camp Has a Way of Teaching](https://victoryjunction.org/meet-lauren/) - Camp Has a Way of Teaching By Elizabeth McCurry June 28, 2021 Lauren Marcincavage is just your regular 23-year-old, who happens to spend her summers at the location that she calls “her favorite place in the world.” We thought maybe she was talking about Disney World, but she actually was talking about Victory Junction. Recently - [Torri's Camp Journey](https://victoryjunction.org/torris-camp-journey/) - Torri’s Camp Journey By Elizabeth McCurry May 25, 2021 Campers, counselors, volunteers, interns, and year-round staff all come together to make the Victory Junction experience so special, and Torri Derks can attest to this from a unique perspective. Before joining VJ as a full time member of the camp program team, Torri was a camper, - [A Hug in a Mug](https://victoryjunction.org/a-hug-in-a-mug/) - A Hug in a Mug By Elizabeth Boyte May 17, 2021 Gabi is a vivacious vibrant young woman. She break dances, loves fashion, and wears mismatched outfits. She’s determined to build a better world. And, we admire everything about her. From 2008 to 2017, Gabi spent her summers at Victory Junction. It was a chance - [Partner Spotlight: NOTA](https://victoryjunction.org/nota-partnership/) - Partner Spotlight: NOTA By Jodi Chiz April 7, 2021 Victory Junction has been partnering with the Network of Tyrosinemia Advocates (NOTA) since 2018. Our Partnership Director works with Jonathan Miller to coordinate a NOTA Family Camp at Victory Junction each fall. Tyrosinemia is a genetic disorder characterized by elevated blood levels of the amino acid - [Success In a Year Full of Challenges](https://victoryjunction.org/success-in-a-year-full-of-challenges/) - Success In a Year Full of Challenges By Chad Coltrane March 11, 2021 2020 was a year like no other in modern history. The Pandemic brought fear and uncertainty, as little was known about the virus, and widespread testing and therapy was not yet available. Public gatherings were canceled, schools closed, and the economy suffered - [Fueling the Future](https://victoryjunction.org/fueling-the-future/) - Fueling the Future By Sarah Gillie March 9, 2021 From fresh veggies and fruit to hearty proteins (and occasional chicken tenders), one of the many impactful aspects of Camp is our kitchen. Staffed by talented individuals who create incredible meals, the kitchen team is able to provide nutrients of all kinds to our campers and - [Campy Ever After](https://victoryjunction.org/campy-ever-after/) - Campy Ever After By John Barnett February 12, 2021 Love is always in the air at Victory Junction. Ask anyone who has attended VJ as a camper, family member, seasonal counselor, or volunteer. And for some, that feeling leads to a different kind of love, the kind that leads to romance and a lasting relationship - [Camp Wherever You Are](https://victoryjunction.org/unc-partnership/) - Camp Wherever You Are By Jodi Chiz January 29, 2021 Since 2018, Victory Junction has been working with UNC Health to put together weekend family retreats for patients and families. VJ works directly with Meghan Fox, LRT/CTRS, CCLS, a psychosocial support coordinator and child life specialist for the Division of UNC Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at the - [Meet Jake](https://victoryjunction.org/meet-jake/) - Meet Jake By Elizabeth Boyte January 11, 2021 In 2012, Jake started a typical summer job as a summer camp counselor. That fall, he was headed to Appalachian State University to major in Graphic Design. Halfway through the summer, as Jake was sitting at the archery range with a camper in his care, he realized - [Gift Planning Options - Stock or Appreciated Assets](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-stock/) - Gifts of Stock or Appreciated Assets A gift of appreciated securities, including stocks or bonds, is an easy way for you to make a gift to Victory Junction. Keep in mind, donating appreciated stock or other appreciated assets (ex. publicly traded securities, bonds, etc.), gives you a greater tax deduction than you will receive if - [Gift Planning Options - Cash](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-cash/) - Cash A gift of cash to Victory Junction is always a welcomed gift of support. You can make a cash gift today, or include a cash gift in your plans for the future through bequest or beneficiary designation. Benefits of Cash Gifts ● You or your estate may be eligible for an income tax deduction - [Gift Planning Options - Charitable Trusts](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-charitabletrusts/) - Charitable Trusts You may be concerned about the high cost of capital gains tax with the sale of an appreciated asset. Perhaps you recently sold property and are looking for a way to save on taxes this year and plan for retirement. Or, you want a plan that provides for your family and also supports - [Gift Planning Options - Real Estate or Other Personal Property](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-realestate/) - Gifts of Real Estate or Other Personal Property A gift of your appreciated real property (such as your home, vacation property, vacant land, farmland, or commercial property) can make a great gift to Victory Junction. In addition, gifts of vehicles, boats, jewelry, classic cars, precious metals, etc. can be used to support Camp. Benefits of - [Gift Planning Options - Retirement Funds](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-retirementfunds/) - Retirement Funds and Required Minimum Distributions (RMD) Money from your individual retirement account is a wonderful gift for Victory Junction. If you’ve reached the age where you need to make a required minimum distribution (RMD) from your traditional IRA, you can avoid paying taxes on your RMD by donating that money to charity. Normally, a distribution - [Gift Planning Information Form](https://victoryjunction.org/giftplanning-info-form/) - For More Information About Gift Planning Contact Tonya Hayes at 336.495.2041 or thayes@victoryjunction.org. ► Back to Gift Planning - [Planning For the Future](https://victoryjunction.org/planning-for-the-future/) - Planning for the Future By Tonya Hayes June 9, 2020 At Victory Junction, we know the importance of a plan. However, when it comes to planning for your future, many individuals feel uncertain of where to begin or overwhelmed with the decisions that need to be made. Planning is important. And a few simple steps - [The CARES Act + VIctory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/caresact/) - The CARES Act + Victory Junction By Tonya Hayes April 3, 2020 On March 27th, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law. The CARES Act includes three incentives to encourage charitable giving from individuals and corporations: ● A temporary universal deduction that applies to non-itemizing taxpayers for cash charitable - [Double My Gift](https://victoryjunction.org/doublemygift/) - Many employers match charitable donations and volunteer hours made by their employees. Some companies also match gifts made by retirees and spouses! By completing a matching gift form (online or paper), you may be able to double, or even triple, the impact of your gift! Donations of any amount help us provide life-changing experiences to children - [Weekend Orientation Videos](https://victoryjunction.org/weekend-orientation-videos/) - Pre-Camp Orientation Videos Watch the videos below and complete the Orientation Quiz before arriving at camp. Successful completion of the quiz is mandatory. Who We Are Learn about Victory Junction’s history and mission, as well as the organization’s core values. ► Watch Now Policies and Procedures Learn more about Victory Junction’s policies and procedures for - [Meet Adam](https://victoryjunction.org/meet-adam/) - Meet Adam By Alison D. Hedrick January 9, 2020 Adam is an amazing camper who comes to Victory Junction from Ontario, Canada. In the spring of 2018, Adam and his parents traveled 13 hours to visit VJ for the first time. Not long into their tour, Adam repeatedly said, “Mom, I love this place. Mom, - [Contact Us](https://victoryjunction.org/contact/) - Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Subject Your Message Δ Mailing Address 4500 Adam’s Way Randleman, NC 27317 Phone 336.498.9055 Email info@victoryjunction.org Employment Want to join our team? Check out our employment and internship positions. - [Planned Giving - BFFs](https://victoryjunction.org/plannedgiving-bffs/) - IRAs + DAFs + Stock = BFFs! October 10, 2019 Thanks to friends like you, every year Victory Junction is changing the world…one friend at a time. At camp, children in similar medical situations have the chance to bond over heartfelt connections, cabin chats and campfires. As eight year old camper Brady said, “Everything is - [Where Are They Now - Hartley](https://victoryjunction.org/hartley/) - Where Are They Now? Hartley’s Story By Alison D. Hedrick September 18, 2019 In 2014, we shared Hartley’s incredible story. It’s a video well worth watching a second time, or perhaps for the very first time. Watch Hartley’s Story. So, where is Hartley now? Well, in 2016 Hartley came back to Victory Junction (VJ) one - [Run to Victory: Team Dixon](https://victoryjunction.org/rtv-team-dixon/) - Run to Victory: Team Dixon By Katy Borum and John Barnett September 5, 2019 Participating in the Run to Victory 5K, 10K or fun run is a great way to support Victory Junction while having some fun, but camper families like the Dixons also find motivation from their personal connections to this magical place. Grace - [Meet Jordan Washburn](https://victoryjunction.org/jordan-washburn/) - 45 Club Member Spotlight August 13, 2019 This month, we are introducing you to one of Victory Junction’s 45 Club members, Jordan Washburn. Joining the 45 Club was an easy decision for Mr. Washburn. “There are two things that I really love, next to my family, of course, and those are racing and children. I - [Time to Fuel Up](https://victoryjunction.org/time-to-fuel-up/) - Time to Fuel Up By Hannah O’Briant August 9, 2019 Campers come to Victory Junction with their dietary restrictions already in the minds of the staff. No allergy will keep a child from having the most memorable week ever at Victory Junction. It’s Victory Junction’s goal to relieve any worries that parents might have about sending their child - [Doctor in the House](https://victoryjunction.org/doctor-in-the-house/) - Doctor in the House By Hannah O’Briant August 2, 2019 Many volunteers have been coming to camp since the beginning, bringing their own talents and specialties to help in any way they can. Dr. Christopher Clapp, also referred to as Dr. Chris by campers and counselors, has been volunteering at Victory Junction almost every year since 2006 - [Giving Back](https://victoryjunction.org/giving-back/) - Giving Back By Hannah O’Briant July 24, 2019 Children growing up with a chronic medical condition or serious illness face many challenges in their development. Victory Junction helps these kids to build self-confidence, inspire courage, and give them hope. Nineteen-year-old Matthew Hilliard, also known as Matt, is a first-year counselor at camp this summer. He’s - [Forever Friends](https://victoryjunction.org/forever-friends/) - Forever Friends By Hannah O’Briant July 19, 2019 Getting the chance to be with your best friend in a cabin during an awesome week of camp sounds too good to be true. However, campers Brett and Brandon got their wishes when they were assigned to the same cabin for their week at Victory Junction and made - [Reaching New Heights](https://victoryjunction.org/reaching-new-heights/) - Reaching New Heights By Hannah O’Briant July 12, 2019 Each program area at Victory Junction provides challenges for campers to overcome and help build their self-confidence. The Adventure Tower is one of the most physically challenging program areas that Victory Junction has to offer. There are different levels of difficulty on each side of the tower. - [Family Matters](https://victoryjunction.org/family-matters/) - Family Matters By Hannah O’Briant July 3, 2019 Victory Junction not only brings joy to children living with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses, but it also gives the families of these children comfort in knowing that their child is in a safe and supportive community. Tim and Michelle Welborn heard about Victory Junction through the - [Who's Mr.Crew?](https://victoryjunction.org/whos-mrcrew/) - Who’s Mr.Crew? By Hannah O’Briant June 28, 2019 Being a volunteer at Victory Junction is more than just a behind the scenes job. Getting the chance to hang out with awesome campers makes for an amazing week, and keeps volunteers coming back year after year. Chuck Crew, from Raleigh, North Carolina, has been volunteering at Victory Junction for ten years now. - [Horsin' Around Victory Junction](https://victoryjunction.org/horsin-around/) - Horsin’ Around at Victory Junction By Hannah O’Briant June 21, 2019 For kids living with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions, Victory Junction is a place to overcome fears, discover new abilities, and have fun! The program activities available here at camp encourage them to just be themselves and leave their worries at the gate. One of the many program - [Smiling Hearts](https://victoryjunction.org/smiling-hearts/) - Smiling Hearts By Hannah O’Briant June 17, 2019 Rachel Dempster attended camp at Victory Junction this summer for the very first time! Her passion for the activities she encountered brought smiles to everyone around her throughout the entire week of camp. Rachel was just recently adopted from Uganda and travelled all the way from Tennessee - [News -05-31-19 WWT Partners with VJ and RPM](https://victoryjunction.org/news-05-31-19-wwt-rpm-partnership/) - World Wide Technology Forms Partnership with Victory Junction and Richard Petty Motorsports May 31, 2019 Welcome, N.C. – May 31, 2019 – World Wide Technology (WWT), a market-leading technology solutions provider, in collaboration with Victory Junction, a camp committed to enriching the lives of children with chronic medical conditions and serious illnesses, today announced a - [Medical Team Main](https://victoryjunction.org/medteam-main/) - Welcome! We are so excited you have chosen to spend time with us this summer. Your sacrifice will bring you much joy and reward while providing your campers with an amazing opportunity. They truly would not attend without you! Please view the following modules and videos PRIOR to coming to camp. We have very limited - [Medical Team - Training Modules](https://victoryjunction.org/medteam-training-modules/) - Camp Week Training Modules The training modules provided below will help give you an overview of the diagnosis groups for each camp week. Cerebral Palsy June 9-13 (Sunday-Thursday) ► Treatment Guidelines Diabetes June 16-20 (Sunday-Thursday) ► Overview Video ► Treatment Guidelines Bleeding and Gastrointestinal Disorders June 23-27 (Sunday-Thursday) ► Treatment Guidelines Neurological and Genetic Disorders - [Medical Team - Orientation Videos](https://victoryjunction.org/medteam-orientation-videos/) - ► Med Team Main ► Training Modules Body Shop Tour Take a tour of the Body Shop, Victory Junction’s on-site medical facility. ► Watch Now Campsite Sunday Check-In Familiarize yourself with the Sunday check-in procedure using our Campsite database. ► Watch Now Med Pour Procedure Learn the proper procedure for allocating campers’ medications for their - [Camp Stories Archive](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-archive/) - Fun at NASCARnival July 18, 2018 ► Read More Firsts That Last Forever July 13, 2018 ► Read More Highlighting Summer July 6, 2018 ► Read More Making a Difference by Making a Splash June 29, 2018 ► Read More It Runs in the Family June 22, 2018 ► Read More Meet Kahmilah June 15, - [The Cake for Breakfast Club](https://victoryjunction.org/cake-for-breakfast/) - The Cake for Breakfast Club By Kevin Clark and Katy Borum November 19, 2018 Victory Junction is filled with many traditions, such as singing and dancing after meals, giving out warm and fuzzies, Stage Day, and cabin talk. Each tradition is a puzzle piece to camp, and they all come together to make Victory Junction an - [What to Expect](https://victoryjunction.org/what-to-expect/) - Living Quarters Each cabin sleeps up to eight campers in one large room. Up to eight counselors or volunteers are in the cabin as well, separated by a sliding door. Counselors stay up with the campers each evening during cabin chat and then remain in the cabin once the campers go to sleep. There is - [News 10-13-18 Run to Victory](https://victoryjunction.org/news-10-13-18-rtv/) - Running Inspired for Kids October 13, 2018 RANDLEMAN, NC – Victory Junction hosted its 13th annual Run to Victory 5K and 10K Run/Walk to support the camp’s mission of serving children with serious illnesses and chronic medical conditions. Around 400 runners and walkers from fifteen states gathered on a beautiful autumn morning at Victory Junction - [Can Do Attitude](https://victoryjunction.org/can-do-attitude/) - Can Do Attitude By Kevin Clark October 3, 2018 Daily life can be challenging for families living with Tyrosinemia. The rare genetic disorder prevents the affected person’s body from breaking down the amino acid tyrosine, one of the building blocks of most proteins. For those coping with the condition, it can be an isolating and - [Meet Kahmilah](https://victoryjunction.org/meet-kahmilah/) - Meet Kahmilah By Katy Borum June 15, 2018 “I think I made a new friend” Kahmilah, 16, said to me as she gave me a hug after I helped her shoot her first bullseye in the new archery center. Kahmilah is a returning camper who travels nine hours from Virginia each year to camp. When I met - [It Runs in the Family](https://victoryjunction.org/it-runs-in-the-family/) - It Runs in the Family By Katy Borum June 22, 2018 Our volunteers often hear about Victory Junction through close friends or family who have experienced camp through volunteering here themselves. That’s how Audrey Merkel and Shirley Burkhart got involved. Audrey and Shirley heard about camp through Melissa Blatt, Audrey’s daughter. Melissa is a school teacher who has been a volunteer since 2005. Audrey - [Making a Difference by Making a Splash](https://victoryjunction.org/making-a-difference-by-making-a-splash/) - Making a Difference by Making a Splash By Katy Borum June 29, 2018 Victory Junction focuses on making sure each and every camp activity is fully accessible for campers of all abilities. The waterpark truly embodies the idea of providing campers with the opportunity to participate in something they may not be able to do - [Highlighting Summer](https://victoryjunction.org/highlighting-summer/) - Highlighting Summer By Katy Borum July 6, 2018 Many people don’t truly know how much goes into being a counselor at Victory Junction. Long days, a great deal of rigorous activity, and making sure each child is safe and enjoying their time, are only a few of the components that make up a week at - [Firsts that Last Forever](https://victoryjunction.org/firsts-that-last-forever/) - Firsts that Last Forever By Katy Borum July 13, 2018 Kyontae Littlejohn has made new many friends and memories that will stay with him for a lifetime, all from one week at camp. Gastonia, NC native and seven-year-old Kyontae is a first time camper this year. No matter where Kyontae is at camp, there are - [Fun at NASCARnival](https://victoryjunction.org/fun-at-nascarnival/) - Fun at NASCARnival By Katy Borum July 18, 2018 Tuesday nights at Victory Junction are filled with sweet treats, games, and exhilaration during NASCARnival! After dinner and a dance party, everyone heads out to Victory Circle to get NASCARnival started. A professional NASCAR pit crew performs a live-action tire change on the camp’s number 45 - [Grace’s Final Lap](https://victoryjunction.org/graces-final-lap/) - Grace’s Final lap By Katy Borum July 27, 2018 Having the opportunity to attend Victory Junction for multiple years is a true gift for campers, but their last year can be hard. Leaving a place that provides a sense of acceptance makes for an emotional departure. Although leaving the gates of camp for the final - [The People Behind Camp's Heartbeat](https://victoryjunction.org/the-people-behind-camps-heartbeat/) - The People Behind Camp’s Heartbeat By Katy Borum August 4, 2018 Janice Cigich had no idea that her life would be impacted in such a big way when she heard a radio ad for Victory Junction. Janice has been volunteering at camp since 2013, and recruited her husband, Ralph Cigich, to start volunteering in 2015. - [A Look Into Our Round-Year Staff](https://victoryjunction.org/a-look-into-our-round-year-staff/) - A Look Into Our Year-Round Staff By Katy Borum August 8, 2018 Summer camp is coming to a close this week but it will be one to surely remember. NASCARnivals, camp cheers and shared laughter make the memories of camp unforgettable. Victory Junction is proud to have served nearly 950 kids this camp session resulting - [Family Getaway](https://victoryjunction.org/family-getaway/) - Family Getaway By Kevin Clark September 20, 2018 Every spring and fall, Victory Junction hosts weekend camp sessions where kids with chronic medical conditions can bring their whole family for a fun time together. Weekend camps gives children with serious illnesses the chance to relax and have fun; providing their families a much-needed respite from their - [Videos](https://victoryjunction.org/videos/) - ►Archery Center Construction Time Lapse Watch the Smithfield Foods Archery Center’s four month journey progress from foundation to completed facility! ► Victory Junction Overview Victory Junction is a year-round camp for children ages 6-16 with serious illnesses or chronic medical conditions. We provide medically-safe camp experiences filled with discovery, friendship, and lots of laughter. Always - [News Archive](https://victoryjunction.org/news-archive/) - Victory Junction Opens New Archery Center May 21, 2018 ► Read More Kyle Petty Charity Ride Returns to Victory Junction May 11, 2018 ► Read More Smithfield Foods Funds New Archery Center March 5, 2018 ► Read More Click n’ Close, MRN and PRN Partner with Victory Junction on ‘Fastest Lap’ Platform February 15, 2018 - [News- 05-11-18 Kyle Petty Charity Ride](https://victoryjunction.org/news-05-11-18-kpcr/) - Kyle Petty Charity Ride Returns to Victory Junction May 11, 2018 Victory Junction welcomed the 24th Annual Kyle Petty Charity Ride back to camp for the first time since 2010 as the Ride concluded this year’s journey. Victory Junction founder Kyle Petty led 225 participants on the trek from Portland, Maine to Greensboro, North Carolina, traveling through nine - [Camp Stories - A Family Affair](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-family-affair/) - A Family Affair June 21, 2017 If you ask around, everyone has their own story and connection with Victory Junction. Sue grew up in Salisbury, NC, but living near Victory Junction isn’t how she discovered camp. For her, it all started with family. Sue’s twin sister, Grace, was born with a rare genetic disorder. Grace - [Camp Stories - Camper Q&A: Matteo](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-matteo/) - Camper Q&A: Matteo June 26, 2017 We caught up with veteran camper, Matteo. This year will be Matteo’s fourth year coming to Victory Junction. How would you describe your camp experience? At first, I was curious about getting to see former counselors and campers, but there weren’t many familiar faces. As the days went by, I - [Camp Stories - Adventure Zone](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-adventure-zone/) - Growth in Adventure July 2, 2017 We believe campers overcome adversity and step out of their comfort zones when they are encouraged to do things they never dreamed of doing. The Adventure Zone is one of our many programs that does just that. Here’s why: What it is The Adventure Tower stands 55 Feet tall, - [Camp Stories - Body Shop](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-body-shop/) - A Look into Our Body Shop July 11, 2017 Every camp has a health center. Some may call it their clinic or infirmary… we call ours the Body Shop. Here are 8 things you didn’t know about the Body Shop: 1. Why We Are Different Not only is our name different – our care is - [Camp Stories - Cabin Row](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-cabin-row/) - Life on Cabin Row July 18, 2017 When you think about staying in cabins at a camp, you think plain and simple. Those words just aren’t in our vocabulary. Our cabins are nothing shy of unique. Here are eight things you should know about Cabin Row: 1. A Cabin Like No Other All of our cabins - [Camp Stories - The King and I](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-king-and-i/) - The King and I July 24, 2017 “I know firsthand how Victory Junction can change a child’s life, because I am one of those children.” 15 years ago, I was diagnosed with a rare muscle cancer. I was five years old. I spent most of my time at Brenner Children’s Hospital where doctors, endless treatments - [Camp Stories - Cadence](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-cadence/) - Cadence’s Furry Friend August 2, 2017 Summer camp means kids say ‘see you later’ to their parents for a little while. That could be pretty scary. When your mom is also your best friend, saying ‘see you later’ could seem even scarier – but not for Cadence. Cadence has come to camp not once or - [Camp Stories - Kevin](https://victoryjunction.org/camp-stories-kevin/) - Counselor Spotlight: Kevin September 1, 2017 It is a child’s dream to attend Victory Junction. In 2004, Kevin had the opportunity to come to camp, however, he chose to give his spot to someone who needed it more than him. Although he never attended as a camper, he didn’t give up on his dream of - [Equine Program Intern](https://victoryjunction.org/equine-program-intern/) - Equine Program Intern Summary: Victory Junction is now offering an intern position for the Equine program. This internship can provide a variety of experiences based on the prospective intern’s area(s) of interest. Internships are centered around the mission of Victory Junction and Vic’s Riders but may include a wide variety of opportunities. Interns can learn - [Contact](https://victoryjunction.org/contact-old/) - [gravityform id="1" title="false" description="false" ajax="true"] - [Camp Store](https://victoryjunction.org/campstore/) - [Victory Junction Store](https://victoryjunction.org/shop/) - CamperZone Main Our Schedule Our Care Our Campers Contact Us Application Parent Dashboard Victory Junction Gear 100% of the profits from our merchandise directly supports Victory Junction and helps send more children to camp. Currently, our online store does not offer all of the merchandise that is available to visitors at our camp store. If you do not - [The Care](https://victoryjunction.org/the-care/) - Medications Campers are asked to bring their home medications to camp. Each child's treatment plan and daily routine is followed as closely as possible to provide consistency for our campers. Prescriptions can be written if necessary. To ensure fun-filled days are not interrupted, scheduled medications are unnoticeably hand delivered and administered by our medical team ## Categories - [News](https://victoryjunction.org/category/news/) - [Blog](https://victoryjunction.org/category/blog/)