Camp JCA Shalom > Summer Camp > Scholarships & Financial Aid

Every kid belongs at camp!

Each year we offer many scholarships, incentive grants, and discounts to all of our camp families. Some programs are need-based, but many others are available without any restrictions. All personal and financial information is always kept strictly confidential, and our staff is always available to answer any questions you may have. Click on an image below to learn more!

- 2010 Scholarships, Incentive Grants & Discounts -

1. Camp JCA Shalom Scholarships

We are happy to be able to offer a wide variety of financial assistance programs to our camp families. Last year we gave over $160,000 in scholarships to over 200 campers and this year we have raised even more money toward our scholarship fund. During these uncertain economic times we are committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to experience the magic of Jewish summer camp! Please call the camp office for more information or for an application.

2. Jewish Federation of Los Angeles and the Foundation for Jewish Camp Incentive Grants.

First time campers can receive $1000 towards a 2 week session or $1500 towards a 3 week session

If you live in the Greater Los Angeles Area:

For campers entering 3rd-11th grade.
The camper or their siblings must not have previously attended a Jewish overnight camp.
No previous one week or less camp experience (family camp/religious school weekends okay).
Not attending Jewish Day School

If you live outside the Greater Los Angeles Area:

For campers entering 6th, 7th or 8th grade.
Must have NO Jewish Overnight Camping experience (short-term camp okay: family, winter, spring, fall).
Not presently attending Jewish Day school or Yeshiva.
Campers must reside in: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.

For more information and to apply once you have registered for camp visit the grant website www.onehappycamper.org or call us at the camp office.

1st time camper incentives also available from the Jewish Federation of Orange County. Call Chelle Friedman for details: 949-435-3484 OR chelle@jfoc.org
To qualify, you must reside in Orange County, CA

3. Second Year Federation and FJC Grants

If you received a grant last year and are planning to attend a three week session this summer you are eligible to receive a smaller grant from the Foundation for Jewish Camp or Jewish Federation of Los Angeles. After registering for camp you can apply at www.onehappycamper.org.

If you have any questions please contact the camp office at 818.889.5500.

4. Early Bird Discount

Guaratee your spot!
Register and pay in full by December 1, 2009 or pay a $500 deposit by December 1, 2009 and then pay in full by April 1, 2010.
$50 – $300 discount depending on the type of early bird discount and length of the session.

5. Sibling Discounts

Any family that sends two or more campers can get a $25 per week discount per camper.

6. JCC Member

$25 discount per week per camper (membership number required)

7. Jewish Professionals Discounts

Full-time JCC staff receive 50% off summer camp fees
Jewish Federation full-time staff receive 15% off camp fees
Jewish Communal Professionals receive 10% off summer camp fees.

8. Payment Plan

3 Easy steps

Register online
Pay your deposit to save your spot
Set up interest free monthly payments
Pay your balance by the time your camper arrives for camp.

9. Parlour meetings

Support camp and save money!
Receive $100 off for hosting an information night with at least 2 new families
Call Allison for details and more information: 818.889.5500 ext. 113 or allison@shalominstitute.com

10. Jewish Free Loan

A Jewish non-profit lender that will give interest free loans for camp. Better than putting it on your credit card because there is no interest. For more information visit the JFL website http://www.jfla.org/

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