A young woman with Down syndrome smiles at the camera. She is wearing a tiara in her brown, curly hair, a pearl necklace, and a floral dress at an event.
The official logo for Night to Shine, sponsored by The Tim Tebow Foundation, in white and blue text on a black background.

FBC Valdosta has joined the Tim Tebow Foundation in celebrating people with special needs.

Friday, 02/13/2026
1606 Norman Drive, GA 31601
(229) 242-0484

Night to Shine

  What is Night to Shine?

Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs ages 14 and older. 

This coming year, on Friday, February 13, 2026, Night to Shine will celebrate its eleventh anniversary as hundreds of churches and volunteers come together to honor thousands of guests with special needs. Our church is so excited to join other churches around the globe in hosting this unforgettable night! 

Guest Registration

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A brightly lit stage is set for the 'Night to Shine' event, featuring a large marquee sign, balloons, and sponsor screens for the Tim Tebow Foundation.

About FBC Valdosta

FBC Valdosta, a beacon of faith and community in the heart of Valdosta, is a vibrant and welcoming congregation dedicated to spreading the love and teachings of Christ. Nestled within this tight-knit community, our church is a place where people of all backgrounds and walks of life come together to worship, connect, and grow spiritually. With a rich history dating back to 1840, our church has continually evolved to meet the changing needs of our community. Our dynamic and compassionate leaders guide our members in their spiritual journeys, fostering an atmosphere of learning, service, and support. We offer a range of programs and events to engage individuals and families, encouraging them to live out their faith in a meaningful way. At FBC Valdosta, we are more than a congregation; we are a family united in faith, love, and the pursuit of a deeper relationship with God.

Why Night to Shine?  

A young man with Down syndrome smiles happily as a woman places a jeweled crown on his head. He is wearing a suit and a bright red bow tie.

Impact

Night to Shine celebrates the uniqueness of each individual guest by providing an unforgettable night where they are welcomed, valued and loved!

“When I was at one of the proms last year, a beautifully dressed queen of the prom was hugging me when the girl’s mom leaned over and whispered with tears in her eyes, ‘My daughter will never get married and she will never have children, but tonight you made her feel like a princess!’” – Tim Tebow

A smiling young woman with Down syndrome high-fives a cheering crowd as she walks down a red carpet at an event with blue balloons.

Sharing God’s Love  

Night to Shine shares the joy that is found in God’s love for each and every person.

“From the moments the guests of honor reached the front door to the smiles on their faces as they were greeted and walked down the red carpet, it was obvious that the joy of the Lord was in each of their hearts.” – Peggy Hyland, Volunteer for Christ’s Church at Mason in Ohio

A young man with Down syndrome wears a gold crown and laughs with delight on a dance floor, surrounded by other people at a formal event.

Love & Support  

Following Night to Shine, we have been encouraged to see countless churches develop continued programs for people with special needs.

Through Night to Shine, we hope people with special needs realize that their church can be a place where they are loved and feel welcomed.

Every guest of Night to Shine enters this complimentary event on a red carpet complete with a warm welcome from a friendly crowd and paparazzi. Once inside, guests receive the royal treatment, including hair and makeup stations, shoe shining stations, limousine rides, corsages and boutonnieres, a catered dinner, prom favors for each honored guest, a Respite Room for parents and caretakers, and, of course, dancing! The highlight of the night comes when every one of the Night to Shine guests is crowned a king or queen of the prom!

Friday, February 13, 2026

Lowndes County High Cafetorium

Night to Shine is open to anyone with special needs ages 14 and older.

We encourage you to dress up in your favorite formalwear (dress, gown, suit or tux) or whatever makes you feel beautiful or handsome! 

We are currently accepting dress/suit donations at Lowndes High School. Drop off in the front office.

Dates for participants to shop for dresses/suits to come.

Volunteers will be able to serve in some of the following way: Activity Stations, Decorating, Flowers, Food Service, Guest Buddy, Guest and Volunteer Check-In, Paparazzi, Respite Room, Sensory Room, Set-Up, Tear Down, and more!

Yes! All volunteers, buddies, and caretakers need to complete a background check. Please click here to complete a background check. The site works better if you use a computer. 

Please complete a background check even if you’ve had one in years past, or have a background check with another organization.