The Jewish Overnight Camping Program Expands!

The Jewish Overnight Camping Program encourages Jewish youth from the greater Cincinnati area to apply for grants to enable them to attend a Jewish overnight camp.

GRANTS NOW AVAILABLE for a second year at camp!

Grants are available for all children, regardless of whether or not they have previously attended a Jewish overnight camp. The grants are an investment in our children's future, made possible by the support and generosity of The Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati and other donors. 

Campers at Camp Livingston

And grants are now offered for a second year as well. Both first-time and second-time applicants may receive a grant of up to $500 for camp sessions of two weeks or a grant of up to $1,000 for camp sessions of three weeks or more.

A grant from the Jewish Overnight Camping Program is a gift. It is not need-based or contingent on other scholarship or financial aid dollars.  To qualify under the Program, the overnight camp must be sponsored by a non-profit Jewish organization.

The deadline was May 15, 2012. We are no longer accepting applications for the 2012 Cincinnati Jewish Overnight Camping program.

For further information please consult a congregational rabbi or Barbara Miller at bmiller@jfedcin.org or 513-985-1528, or Prof. Getzel Cohen at getzel.cohen@uc.edu or 513-556-1951.

It is highly recommended that you register for camp early, as many Jewish camps fill up prior to our May deadline.

This program is administered by the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati

 

Jewish Overnight Camping Program Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many times can I apply to the Jewish Overnight Camping Program 
   for a grant?  Twice.
   
   
2. I already attended a Jewish overnight camp but have never received a grant for the Jewish Overnight Camping Program. How many times can I apply to the Jewish Overnight Camping Program for a grant?  Twice.
   
   
3. I have already received one grant from the Jewish Overnight Camping Program. How many more times can I apply to the Jewish Overnight Camping Program for a grant?  Once.
   
   
4. Must I apply for grants in two consecutive years?  No. You can apply for grants for any two years you choose.
   
   
5. What will be the exact amount of the grant I can expect to receive?
   Campers attending a minimum two week session are eligible to receive a grant of up to $500. Campers attending a minimum three week session are eligible to receive a grant of up to $1000.
   
   
6. What happens if my application is submitted after May 15 (the application deadline)?  Late applications will be considered only if funds are available.