Sarah Rogers
Meet our new Operations Manager: Molly McCue

Introducing our newest member of the PALS team, Molly McCue!

Molly recently joined the PALS staff as the Operations Manager. In this role, she will oversee all aspects of camp operations, ensuring each program runs smoothly and efficiently!

Meet our new Operations Manager: Molly McCue
Sarah Rogers
Breaking Barriers: Making PALS Accessible to All

At PALS Programs, our mission is to create inclusive camp experiences for young people with and without Down syndrome. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to form meaningful connections, gain independence, and have fun in a supportive and joyful environment. To ensure our camps remain accessible, we are proud to offer a comprehensive financial aid program that makes these transformative experiences available to anyone, regardless of financial circumstances.

Breaking Barriers: Making PALS Accessible to All
Lauren Gibeault
Meet our Residents: Courtney Lane and Kenzie ...

We’re thrilled to announce the newest additions to the PALS staff team—our very first Residents! This new residency is a one year  opportunity for emerging professionals to work closely with our team and gain firsthand experience in nonprofit management, diversity & inclusion, and career development.

Meet our Residents: Courtney Lane and Kenzie Wilson!
Shelby Jones
The Art of Juggling - A Program Lead Story

I’ve never been good at juggling… Or so I thought? After being a Program Lead, I learned that juggling several commitments is manageable with a little bit of planning and all of your heart. If you’ve been thinking about trying something new, take that chance! It may turn into magic!

The Art of Juggling - A Program Lead Story
Jenni Ross
Growing Through the Ages at PALS

One of the most important components of the PALS model is our 1 to 1, peer to peer model. We believe strongly in the power of shared experiences, and we pair people together who can connect at camp but also find common ground in their life stages as well.

Growing Through the Ages at PALS

Why PALS? People with Down syndrome deserve to be included and are good friends.

BY CHRIS LOPES

PALS Participant

We often ask members of our PALS Family "Why PALS?" to learn how our mission has impacted their lives. PALS participant Chris Lopes responded with the following:

“I can be myself, and I always feel accepted.”

Dear PALS Family,

I’ve been going to PALS since 2017, when I did PALS New Jersey. Since then, I’ve done PALS New York and PALS Holiday two times! My friend, Joey, told me about PALS – it was life changing!  I’ve met so many friends, with and without Down syndrome, by going to PALS. At PALS, I can be myself, and I always feel accepted.

One of my favorite PALS activities is PALS Olympics… that magic moment when we are all connected as friends. I also love being myself, dressing up in the fashion show, and of course, karaoke. I really love everything about PALS! My favorite memory was getting to know Carson when we bonded over our favorite TV shows and our favorite songs. We both love DC shows!

I think everyone should be involved with PALS, because when you are there, you are included and have so much fun meeting new friends and making memories. The friendships I’ve made through PALS continue after the program. I love to text, Facetime, or Zoom with my buddies from PALS. 

 PALS helps show the world that people with Down syndrome deserve to be included and are good friends. I’m so thankful and happy to be able to be a part of PALS.

PALS love,

Chris Lopes ❤️