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JEWISH OVERNIGHT CAMP
GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
Camp is a transformative experience in the life of a child. The impact of Jewish camp is immediate—campers return home connected to a community and friends that will last them a lifetime. Children with pivotal Jewish camp experiences are more likely to become adults who value their Jewish heritage, support Jewish causes, and take on leadership roles in their communities. There are a variety of traditional and specialty overnight camps that span different denominations of Judaism, accommodate special needs and interests, and offer unique programming.
Financial Resources are Available to Help Pay for Jewish Overnight Camp. Click here for a funding opportunity guide.
Grants and Financial Assistance are available only for residents of Guilford County who are contributing members of the Greensboro Jewish Federation. Contact the Outreach and Engagement Manager at Greensboro Jewish Federation at (336) 852-5433 x243, or the Director of Jewish Family Services, (336) 852-4829 x225, about any aspect of this information.
ONE HAPPY CAMPER FIRST YEAR INCENTIVE GRANT
The Greensboro Jewish Federation, Temple Emanuel, Beth David Synagogue and Chabad of Greensboro offer a One Happy Camper First Year Incentive Grant of
• $1250 to an approved non-profit Jewish overnight camp greater than 18 days long.
• $875 to an approved non-profit Jewish over night camp 12-18 days in length.
The approved camp list and application is at the One Happy Camper website. Grants are only available for Guilford County residents who are contributing members of the Greensboro Jewish Federation. Camp applications should be submitted prior to applying for financial assistance from the One Happy Camper First Year Incentive Grant.
Contact the Outreach and Engagement Manager at Greensboro Jewish Federation, (336) 852-5433 x243 with any questions.
ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR FIRST AND SECOND YEAR CAMPERS:
The Stanley Shavitz Camp Judaea Camper Incentive Grant Fund provides an additional first year grant of $1,000 to campers attending Camp Judaea. If you are applying for the One Happy Camper First Year Incentive Grant, you will automatically be considered for the Shavitz Fund if your child is attending Camp Judaea.
The Shavitz Fund is also available to second year campers attending Camp Judaea, in an amount of $500 per camper for camps greater than 18 days. To apply for a Second Year Camper Grant, download application here.
Contact the Outreach and Engagement Manager at Greensboro Jewish Federation, (336) 852-5433 x243 with any questions.
The Fischer Send-A-Kid to Overnight Jewish Camp Incentive Grant Fund provides an additional first time campers grant of $1,000 per camper for camps greater than 18 days, or $500 per camper for camps 12-18 days for any qualifying Jewish overnight camp, aside from Camp Judaea. If you are not attending Camp Judaea, and are applying for the One Happy Camper First Year Incentive Grant, you will automatically be considered for the Fischer Fund.
Contact the Outreach and Engagement Manager at Greensboro Jewish Federation, (336) 852-5433 x243 with any questions.
NEWS AND PERSPECTIVES FROM ONE HAPPY CAMPER
OTHER FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES:
Camp Financial Aid
Most camps offer financial aid. Talk with the camp about this and apply online at the camp's website. Most financial aid applications are on the website as well. Apply as early as you can.
Jewish Family Services
Jewish Family Services offers camp scholarships for middle and lower income families in Guilford County for an approved non-profit overnight camp. The application is available on line HERE and is due by the last day of February. For JFS funds, it is also necessary to apply for assistance through the camp. Please contact Alicia Kaplan at akaplan@shalomgreensboro.org or (336) 852-4829 x225 for more information.
Assistance From Congregations
If you are a member of a congregation, contact your Rabbi for any possible additional assistance.
The Bradley J. Starr Campership Fund
The Bradley J. Starr Campership Fund at Temple Emanuel provides a limited number of scholarships on a first come, first served basis if the child is not receiving assistance from the One Happy Camper Fund Incentive Grant. Temple membership is not required. Contact Brenda Henley at the Temple (336) 292-7899.