Camp Southside 2026 — A Week of Joy, Inclusion, and Community
53 campers. 100+ volunteers. 4 unforgettable days of connection, confidence, and fun.
A Week Filled With Joy
Camp Southside 2026 was our biggest and most joy‑filled camp yet. For four afternoons, our campers experienced a safe, inclusive, high‑energy environment designed just for them — full of creativity, movement, sensory fun, and meaningful connection. Thanks to our incredible volunteers, partners, and host church, every camper was celebrated, supported, and encouraged to shine. Host Church: PTC Church of Christ
Daily Bible Study
Theme: Heroes of the Bible — We can be everyday heroes too! Led by Jenny Dingler and Fayette County Young Life Capernaum (@cpfayco)
What Campers Experienced
If your camper didn’t give you the full play‑by‑play at home, here’s a look at everything they enjoyed throughout the week!
Crafts & Projects
Apron decorating • Superhero masks • Pillow making & lion hunt • Seed planting
Daily Large Group Fun
Karaoke • Hot potato • Cornhole • Connect 4 • Giant Tetris • UNO • Line Dancing • Simon game • Arts & crafts • Musical Chairs • Giant KerPlunk • MORE!!
Special Guest Experiences
Our campers enjoyed incredible hands‑on experiences and demonstrations from generous community partners:
- Pilot & Airplane Experience — Thank you, Dan Hallenbeck
- Karate Demonstration & Class — Thank you, Lisa Guadalupe & Championship Martial Arts – Newnan Facebook
- Interactive Drumming Session — Thank you, Lei Rhyne & Healing with Art N Sound
- Hands-On Cooking Class — Thank you, Brittney & Dan Hallenbeck
- Puppet Show — Thank you, Peachtree City Church of Christ PTC Church
- Magic Show
- Pantherettes Dance Team Experience
- Golf Lessons — Thank you, GSGA Adaptive Golf GSGA Adaptive Golf
- Starr’s Mill High School Football Team Experience
Special Highlights
These moments were camper favorites and made the week unforgettable:
Thank You to Our Extraordinary Volunteers
Camp Southside is powered by people who give their time, heart, and compassion. To our buddy volunteers, activity leaders, nurses, meal teams, set-up/tear-down crews, and high school and college volunteers — you made magic happen.
Your kindness created a camp experience full of joy, confidence, and connection. We are deeply grateful.
CAMP LEAD VOLUNTEER: Brittney Hallenbeck, Camp Chair, and Family, without whom we could not imagine a Disney-like camp experience!
Thank You to Our Host Church
A special thank-you to Peachtree City Church of Christ on South Peachtree Parkway for opening your building, welcoming our families, and supporting inclusive programming with such warmth and generosity.
Your partnership made Camp Southside safe, accessible, and full of love. Visit Peachtree City Church of Christ
Sponsor Spotlight
Camp Southside is possible because of generous community partners who believe in inclusion and support families with special needs.
2026 Sponsors:
- Kay McInroe Realtor
- Edward Jones – Mike Martin
- SMC³
- National Concrete Construction
- Clothes Less Traveled
- The Toma Firm
- Panasonic Automotive
- Laura & Wayne Cochran
- Bentsen–Smith–Johnson Families
- Partners II Pizza – Aberdeen Village
- Chick-fil-A Peachtree City Midtown
- Peachtree City Church of Christ
- Rotary Club of Peachtree City
Thank you for investing in our campers and helping us create a community where every child is celebrated.
The Impact of Camp Southside
Camp Southside is more than a week of activities — it’s a place where campers build confidence, friendships, and memories. Families feel supported, volunteers experience meaningful connection, and our community grows stronger through inclusion.
Southside Support’s mission is to empower individuals with special needs and their families by connecting them with resources, fostering inclusive events, and creating opportunities for education and support.
Join Us Next Year
Want to be part of Camp Southside 2027?
Together, we create a community where every camper is celebrated.
UP NEXT:
Polar Plunge - An Icy Fundraiser for Prom Possible (Coming Feb 2027), Camp Southside (Coming July 2027), Monthly Game Nights (Coming September 2026), SNAZ, and More!
Together, we create a community where everyone is celebrated!
Questions?
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