Teen & Young Adult Overview
Developing life skills, applying and attending college, choosing a career path, evolving relationships with peers and family. Navigating life as teens and young adults is tough under normal circumstances, but when they are complicated by cancer it can be overwhelming and feel incredibly lonely.
Maybe you’re new to Camp Sunshine or have joined us for overnight camp programs many times before. Maybe you’re looking for support as you think about college or are a new Camp Sunshine alumnus ready to give back to our community. No matter what, Camp Sunshine grows with you.
Below you’ll find just some of the programs focused on teens and young adults. Come back often to check for new and updated opportunities.
Teen Programs (Grades 8-12)
Teen Retreats
Two unforgettable weekends of fun and friendship
Twice a year – spring and fall – teens grades 8-12 join us at Camp Twin Lakes – Rutledge East to pack a summer camp’s worth of sports, biking, fishing, archery, arts, crafts and more into one unforgettable weekend.
For more information, contact Edith:
edith@mycampsunshine.com | 404.325.7979
Summer Camp
Summer fun and friends they’ll never forget
At our Summer Camp, there’s no need to choose between the fun of camp and treatment. Teen camp for ages 13-18 is held one week each summer and packed full of fun, excitement, inspiration and age-appropriate activities.
For more information, contact Edith:
edith@mycampsunshine.com | 404.325.7979
Outdoor Challenge
Rocky Mountain adventures focused on personal development.
Outdoor Challenge is a leadership training program offered to a limited number of teens. The trip is packed with challenges, adventure, fun, and most importantly, the opportunity to discover hidden strengths and build character.
For more information, contact Tenise:
tenise@mycampsunshine.com | 404.325.7979
College Planning
Support for juniors and seniors preparing for their futures.
Planning for College is a program offered each fall for our high school juniors and seniors. Topics include navigating the admission process, getting into the college of your choice and available scholarships for cancer survivors.
For more information, contact Tenise:
tenise@mycampsunshine.com | 404.325.7979
Young Adult Programs (Ages 17-21)
Leaders in Training (LIT)
For Camp Sunshine graduates who are ready to give back to their community.
This program is for former campers or young adults who have been treated for cancer, ages 18-21, who are interested in becoming summer camp counselors. The program takes place at our annual summer camp and is designed to give participants supervised responsibility from their own specialized Unit Head. Without question, many of Camp Sunshine’s LIT graduates go on to become some of the best counselors in camp!
For more information, contact Tenise:
tenise@mycampsunshine.com | 404.325.7979
Sally J. Hale Scholarship
Empowering childhood cancer survivors in their pursuit of education
Honoring Camp Sunshine’s Executive Director from 1987 to 2024, the Sally J. Hale Scholarship Program award financial assistance to childhood cancer survivors who have attended Camp Sunshine programs and who have overcome challenges of childhood cancer. Recipients have demonstrated a committed goal to continue their education by attending a college, university or technical school. The scholarship can be applied toward tuition, fees, textbooks or other educational expenses.
For more information, contact Tenise:
tenise@mycampsunshine.com | 404.325.7979
Alumni LinkedIn Group
The togetherness of camp continues on.
The community created by the Camp Sunshine experience doesn’t stop when adult life begins. Our LinkedIn group is great for maintaining connections, networking, and staying connected to news and opportunities to remain involved with Camp Sunshine. Requests to join are approved by Camp Sunshine, and members must be 18+ and not current Camp Sunshine campers.
For more information, contact Tenise:
tenise@mycampsunshine.com | 404.325.7979
”I would like to thank you for this past weekend. I have never felt so much love in one place in my whole life. The staff was very helpful, kind, polite and very concerned about everyone having a good time.
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