Summer Camp Jewish Community Center: Programs & Map

Which JCC Summer Camp Should You Choose?

JCC Summer Camp 2026: Actual Published Price Examples

There is no single JCC summer camp price. Each center establishes its own tuition, membership discounts, deposit policies, extended-care fees and financial aid.

Additional charges families should calculate

• Registration or nonrefundable deposit
• Before-camp and after-camp childcare
• Transportation or bus service
• Specialty program supplements
• Meals or catered lunch
• Camp shirts and equipment
• Field trips, if not included
• Late-payment or late-pickup charges

Budget example: A $350 weekly camp plus $40 early care and $50 late care costs $440 for that week before any other applicable fees. These are illustration amounts, not an advertised package from a particular camp.

2026 Camp Schedules: Real Examples

The 2026 dates are historical examples. For summer 2027, look for the next camp brochure, session calendar and registration-opening announcement from your chosen JCC.

Camp Finder: Locations and Program Examples

The JCC Association maintains lists of day and overnight camps in the United States and Canada. These examples provide a useful starting point for choosing your local area.

How to find a camp near your home

1. Open the JCC Association day and overnight camp directory.
2. Choose your state or province.
3. Identify a camp within a practical travel distance for day camp, or your preferred region for overnight camp.
4. Open the camp’s official website and identify its current season.
5. Check whether the camp location differs from the main JCC building.
6. Use the individual camp address for navigation and drop-off.

Maps & Directions for JCC Summer Camps

Because this is a North America-wide camp guide, there is no single correct camp map. Search by the actual camp name or use the city-specific maps below, then verify the pickup and drop-off site on the official camp page.

Jewish Culture, Activities & Inclusion

JCC camps often combine familiar summer recreation activities with opportunities to experience Jewish values, holidays, music, culture and community life.

Can non-Jewish families attend?

Many Jewish community camps welcome children of different religions and backgrounds. For example, JCC Day Camps in West Bloomfield, Michigan explicitly welcomes families regardless of religion. Individual enrollment policies still need to be confirmed.

Disability and sensory accommodations

Ask about staff training, individualized support, accessible buildings, swimming assistance, communication needs, sensory accommodations and whether one-to-one support is available. These provisions should never be assumed solely because a camp describes itself as inclusive.

The Foundation for Jewish Camp directory provides filters related to special needs and other family requirements.

Financial Aid, Scholarships & Member Discounts

Some JCC camps offer need-based assistance, scholarship opportunities, member discounts and limited payment plans.

• Membership discounts: JCC San Francisco advertised 10% discounts for qualifying memberships on eligible 2026 camps.
• Financial assistance: Families may be asked to complete an aid application or discuss household finances confidentially.
• Scholarships: The Foundation for Jewish Camp provides resources for grants and scholarships, especially for qualifying overnight experiences.
• Payment plans: Some camps let families pay a deposit first and pay remaining tuition by scheduled deadlines.
• Sibling or multiple-week discounts: Offered by some camps, but not universally.

Questions to ask before paying

1. Is membership required or only useful for a discount?
2. Is the deposit refundable?
3. Are extended-care fees eligible for financial assistance?
4. Can discounts be combined?
5. What happens if assistance is not approved?
6. When is the remaining balance due?

How to Register Your Child for JCC Summer Camp

Registration differs by organization, but the following steps reflect common JCC enrollment requirements and the detailed process published by JCC San Francisco.

What to Pack for JCC Day Camp

Food and allergies: Ask whether meals are provided, whether nut-free rules apply, and whether kosher or kosher-style food policies affect packed lunches. Do not send medication without following the camp’s administration and authorization procedure.

Day-one drop-off checklist

• Know the correct entrance and assigned group.
• Arrive during the designated check-in window.
• Follow security and parent identification rules.
• Confirm emergency telephone contacts.
• Identify every person authorized for pickup.
• Keep the camp office contact information handy.

Day Camp vs Overnight Camp

Neither is automatically better. Match your child’s age, comfort with separation, medical needs, personal interests and family schedule to the camp’s actual provisions.

Common Registration Mistakes to Avoid

1. Choosing by current grade: Some camps register by the grade a child will enter in the fall.
2. Ignoring deposits: A nonrefundable deposit may apply per child and per session.
3. Missing extended care: Standard camp hours may not cover a parent’s full workday.
4. Assuming swimming is included: Swim lessons and free swim vary by camp.
5. Missing medical forms: Health records or physician reports may be required.
6. Assuming a camp is on the JCC campus: Some camps use separate outdoor locations or bus pickup points.
7. Waiting to seek financial aid: Assistance deadlines may be earlier than enrollment deadlines.
8. Ignoring the cancellation schedule: Refund percentages and change fees can become stricter closer to summer.

Related Community Center Guides

Official Camp Directories & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions