Adventure Together. Memories Forever.
Camp Illinek
About Family Camp
The Alma Buhnerkempe Memorial Family Camp is a one-day family camp experience designed to bring special needs families together through outdoor recreation, hands-on activities, and meaningful community connections.
Our goal is simple: create an inclusive, welcoming environment where families can unplug, explore, and make lasting memories together.
Camp Details
Saturday, July 18, 2026 | 10:00am - 6:00pm
Camp Illinek | 6610 Iron Bridge Rd, Chatham, IL 62629
Tentative Schedule:
Arrival / Registration
Welcome
Break Out Sessions
Lunch
Camp Games
Music and Movement
Afternoon Snack
Craft & Activity Stations
Water Play
Wrap up
Closing
End of Camp
9:00am
10:00am
10:30am
12:00pm
1:00pm
2:00pm
2:30pm
3:00pm
4:00pm
5:00pm
5:30pm
6:00pm
Break Out Sessions
Parent Education
SIBS Workshop
Special Needs Activities
Lunch & Snacks
Lunch and snacks will be provided.
We understand that some diets may be limited. All camp registrants will receive a full menu before camp so you can better prepare alternative options for your family.
Camp Registration
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Camp Registration |
Registration Includes:
One full day of camp activities
Camp Shirt
Lunch & Snacks
Communication and Sensory Supports
Family Photo with Camp Backdrop
Family FUN!
$35 per Family
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We’re looking for dedicated, caring individuals who are ready to lend a helping hand and create a fun, inclusive, and safe day for special needs families.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Camp Admin
Welcome/Registration
Sibshops
Sporting Activities
Craft Activities
Food Prep and Service
And more!
WE NEED YOU!
Sponsorship Opportunity
Interested in sponsoring?
Commitments requested by June 30, 2026
Sponsorship Tiers
Exclusive Event Sponsor: Summit Sponsors receive premier recognition as the highest level of support. Includes top placement of logo on all signage and camp materials, dedicated social media spotlight, and recognition during camp welcome remarks,
Summit Sponsor
$2,500
Compass Sponsor
$1,000
Compass Sponsorship includes logo on all signage and camp materials and a social media highlight.
Trailblazer Sponsorship includes logo or name on all signage and camp materials and a grouped social media shoutout.
Trailblazer Sponsor
$500
Campfire Sponsorship includes name on all signage and camp materials.
Campfire Sponsor
$250
General camp donations help cover the behind-the-scenes expenses that make Family Camp possible, including activity supplies, adaptive equipment, volunteer support, facility costs, scholarships, safety resources, and camp operations.
S’more Memories Sponsors should make their Camp donation here:
S’more Memories Donor
$20-$250
Featured Sponsors
In-kind donations of goods, services, food, supplies, and giveaways are also welcome.
Alma Buhnerkempe
The KASE Project lost a member of our TKP family in the tragic events at YNOT in Chatham, IL on April 28, 2025.
Alma Buhnerkempe began attending TKP events as “Will’s sister,” but quickly became an integral beacon of light, full of energy and the willingness to assist in any way she was allowed. She proudly donned her FLASH volunteer shirt at soccer, basketball, and t-ball practices, and was always eager to be in charge of ‘red light, green light.’ Alma also participated in our SIBS program, cracking jokes and holding her own as the only girl in the group.
Her absence is painfully obvious, but we strive each day to Live Like Alma. She was kind and silly and made the most of each day.
We hope that this family camp honors her memory as we enjoy time outdoors with those we love most.
