Camp is not a luxury, but a lifeline for struggling families who can't afford safe and nurturing childcare when school is out for summer. Need-based camp scholarships help fill the gap.
More Camp and Summer Options
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Special Needs Scholarships
Scholarships can help children with special needs reap the benefits of Jewish camp, building skills and confidence, making friends, and engaging in Jewish life among a lively and warm community.
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Teen Travel Grants
Trips to Israel connect teens to their Jewish identity and community. Grants up to $1000 make it possible for more young people to experience and form their own close relationship with Israel.
We’ve had a great time hosting virtual conversations with Jewish camps
Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey and our partner, Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest, had a great time hosting half-hour virtual conversations with ten top Jewish camps. We spoke with camp directors, as well as parents, campers, and counselors to give you the inside scoop about camp and plans for summer 2023. Be informed and plan early to secure a spot! Check out the recordings here:
- Camp Harlam
https://www.facebook.com/311269249472/videos/1837200776461785 - Camp Havaya
https://www.facebook.com/311269249472/videos/3552978224762503 - Camp Kinder Ring
https://www.facebook.com/311269249472/videos/3499498706763579 - Camp Nah-Jee-Wah/Cedar Lake Camp
https://www.facebook.com/311269249472/videos/379014533520491 - Camp Nesher
https://www.facebook.com/thinkjewishcamp/videos/193369729026972 - Camp Ramah in the Berkshires
https://www.facebook.com/311269249472/videos/694872304494852 - Camp Young Judaea Sprout Lake
https://www.facebook.com/311269249472/videos/405323910498389 - Camp Zeke
https://www.facebook.com/311269249472/videos/2722024894720931
Visit OneHappyCamperNJ.org for more information about camp options for 2023.