Welcome to QAMP: Camp, Youth, Education & Belonging

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QAMP (Queer Advocates Making Progress) is a free LGBTQIA+ youth leadership and community day camp designed to create a safe, affirming, creative, and empowering experience for queer youth and allies in southeastern North Carolina.

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Hosted in Wilmington, North Carolina, QAMP brings together LGBTQIA+ youth, supportive adults, educators, artists, advocates, therapists, and community leaders for a weekend focused on connection, self-expression, leadership, creativity, and belonging.  QAMP is designed to remove barriers for youth participation. Camp is completely free for participants and includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, beverages, camp materials, a camp t-shirt, and other goodies at no cost to families.  Please let us know any dietary restrictions. 

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At QAMP, young people are encouraged to:

• Make new friends and build community

• Explore identity and self-expression

• Learn leadership and advocacy skills

• Participate in art and creative workshops

• Connect with supportive LGBTQIA+ adults and mentors

• Build confidence in a welcoming environment

• Celebrate who they are

 

Camp activities may include:

• Art and creative projects

• LGBTQIA+ history and advocacy discussions

• Team-building games and activities

• Fashion, makeup, and self-expression workshops

• Tie-dye camp shirts

• Guest speakers from the local queer community

• Supportive discussion groups

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Who Can Attend?

 

QAMP is open to LGBTQIA+ youth and allies, generally ages 12–19.  Youth who are not currently enrolled in school, recently graduated, homeschooled, or actively participating in local teen LGBTQIA+ community groups are also welcome to attend.

Our goal is to create an affirming space where every young person feels safe, supported, and included.

 

Camp Dates & Location

QAMP 2026 will take place:

June 27–28, 2026
Wilmington, North Carolina

 

Additional location and check-in details will be provided to registered families closer to camp dates.

 

How to Register a Camper

Parents, guardians, or caregivers can register a youth participant online through our registration form.

 

Registration Steps

1. Complete the online registration form

2. Submit emergency contact and medical information

3. Review camp expectations and guidelines

4. Watch for a confirmation email from the QAMP team

 

Space is limited and registration is first-come, first-served.

 

Register Here:  QAMP Registration Form

Questions about registration?
Email: Qampcamp@gmail.com

 

 

 

How to Donate

QAMP is powered entirely through community support, volunteers, and donations.

Your donation helps provide:

• Free camp admission for youth

• Camp t-shirts and supplies

• Art materials and activities

• Breakfast and Lunch provided

• Snacks and beverages available

• Leadership programming

• Educational materials

• Safe and affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth

 

Every contribution directly supports queer youth in our local community.

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Donate to QAMP on GoFundMe:  https://www.gofundme.com/manage/support-qamp-camp-youth-education-belonging

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QAMP also partners with the LGBTQ Center of the Cape Fear Coast and community organizations including Silver Pride Circle to help support programming and meals for campers.

Volunteer & Community Support

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QAMP is organized by a group of local volunteers, advocates, therapists, educators, and community members who believe LGBTQIA+ youth deserve spaces where they can safely grow, learn, and thrive.

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Our Mission

QAMP’s mission is to support the leadership development of LGBTQIA+ youth by providing inclusive, affirming spaces for mentorship, skill-building, creativity, and community engagement. Through youth-driven programming, we aim to help queer and trans young people build confidence, resilience, and the ability to lead with authenticity.