About This Camp

Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Activities League (PAL) Summer Camp 2026 is a community-based day camp program designed to provide affordable, high-quality summer experiences for youth in the Charlotte area. The camp operates with a flexible, tiered payment system that makes quality programming accessible to families of all income levels. The program is divided into two age-appropriate sessions: Lower Camp for children ages 7-10 and Upper Camp for youth ages 11-16, ensuring that activities and prog

Key Highlights

  • Affordable community-based programming with flexible payment options
  • Age-appropriate sessions for younger (7-10) and older (11-16) youth
  • Comprehensive year-round youth development including athletics, enrichment, and mentoring

Special Features

  • Community-based nonprofit operated by Police Activities League
  • Flexible tiered payment system with week-to-week options
  • Age-separated Lower Camp (7-10) and Upper Camp (11-16) sessions
  • Special introductory Library Week (Week 0) option
  • Year-round programming beyond summer camp
  • Supported by donations and corporate sponsors
  • Highly rated program (4.9 stars)

Activities

Library WeekAthleticsEnrichment activitiesMentoring programs

Parent Considerations

  • Limited counselor ratio information provided – parents should inquire about staff-to-camper ratios
  • Community-based program may have less structured curriculum compared to traditional camps
  • Police Activities League affiliation may appeal to some families more than others
  • Two-tier payment system requires initial commitment to secure spot
  • Year-round program availability means potential for extended engagement and relationship building with staff
  • Donation-supported model indicates strong community investment and affordability focus