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Summer Camps
* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.
B'nai B'rith Beber Camp * |
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8833 Gross Point Road, Suite 312 |
Beber Camp is a co-ed, residential Jewish camp located in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, only 90 minutes northwest of Chicago. We offer two, four and eight week sessions, as well as a trial weekend for prospective campers. We have beautiful facilities, including a state of the art health center, air-conditioned dining hall and full kosher kitchen. Campers can choose from more than 80 activities, including waterskiing, sailing, sports, rock band, organic farming, arts and crafts and challenge course. We pride ourselves on our intimate size and professional staff-with only about 330 campers per session and a low camper-to-counselor ratio. Come and experience the magic of Beber Camp! |
Bnos Day Camp |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
Eight-week camp for grades two through eight featuring baking, athletics, swimming, weekly trips, arts & crafts, entertainers and skill development. |
Bnoseinu Day Camp |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
Eight-week camp for grades nursery through two featuring baking, athletics, swimming, weekly trips, arts & crafts, entertainers and skill development. |
Camp Agudah Midwest * |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
Orthodox overnight camp located in South Haven, MI. Separate four-week sessions for boys and girls in grades four-11. |
Camp Ben Frankel |
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1206 Touch of Nature Road |
A coed, overnight, summer camp for Jewish children and teens located near Carbondale, IL. Since 1949, our campers have developed lifelong friendships and deep connections to Judaism and Israel. With enrollment limited to only 100 campers, children enjoy a small, personal community with lots of individual attention. Established as a program of the Jewish Federation of Southern Illinois, Southeast Missouri and Western Kentucky, for almost 70 years Camp Ben Frankel has touched the lives of thousands of Jewish children. We are viewed by our families as a hidden gem - our campers receive the same great experience as at other camps at a lower cost. |
Camp Bnos Ma'arava * |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
Orthodox overnight camp located in Marshall, IN. Four-week session for girls in grades four-11. |
Camp Firefly * |
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JCFS Chicago |
As part of the JCFS family of services, Camp Firefly provides a supportive, welcoming community for children, teens and young adults who oftentimes have difficulty connecting with peers and navigating social situations. Everything in our program, including the best of summer fun and exceptional therapeutic group activities, is designed to support campers on the autism spectrum and with other social challenges. Presented in partnership with JCC Chicago's Camp Chi.Camp Firefly (ages 9-14) June 24-29, 2020Firefly Teen Camp (ages 14-16) June 24-July 3, 2020Firefly Next Step (ages 17-18) June 21-July 5, 2020 Some Teen Camp alumni may be asked to apply for this leadership and vocational training program. |
Camp Lee Mar |
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805 Redgate Road |
7-week private residential special-needs camp for ages 5-21 with mild to moderate learning and developmental challenges. Structured environment, individual attention, traditional camp activities i.e.. academics, speech and language therapy, music and art |
Camp Moshava of Wild Rose, WI * |
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3740 W. Dempster Street |
Four-week sessions for campers entering grades four-12; Eight-week option for high school campers. Shomer Shabbat and Glatt kosher. |
Camp Nageela Midwest * |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
ACA accredited camp for children of all Jewish backgrounds in grades three-10. Located in Marshall, IN. Three-week boys session and three-week girls session. Kosher meals, Shabbat observed. |
Camp Ramah in Wisconsin * |
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65 E. Wacker Place |
A full range of fun activities integrate Jewish values and observances into the daily camp experience. Activities include sports, swimming, high and low ropes courses, climbing wall, archery, sailing, stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, cooking, music, dance, nature, photography, radio, arts and drama. Meals are kosher, and Shabbat is observed. The camp is located 15 miles north of Eagle River, WI, on beautiful Lake Buckatabon. Sessions include two Ruach Ramah five-day sessions for entering third-graders, two-week sessions for entering fourth-graders, four-week sessions for entering fifth- and sixth-graders, and an eight-week session for entering seventh- to 11th-graders. Scholarships available. |
Camp TOV * |
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Jewish United Fund |
Week-long, interactive service-oriented summer program on wheels focusing on poverty, hunger, homelessness, environmental concerns, caring for the elderly, and leadership skills. Camp, which can serve as a bar/bat mitzvah service project, is for seventh- through 10th-graders from throughout Chicago and its suburbs. |
Camp Young Judaea Midwest * |
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60 Revere Drive |
Co-ed overnight summer camp for campers from all over the country in grades two through nine. Full range of activities including waterskiing, tubing, biking, arts & crafts, digital media, ropes course, makers space, and more. Our pluralistic approach allows for campers and staff to learn, grow, and play together to make informed choices about their connections to Judaism and Israel. We focus on an individualized approach while teaching campers to work in a group setting that fosters mutual respect, friendship, leadership, and development. Session lengths range from six days to 28 days. Counselor in training program offered for entering 12th graders. Kosher meals, Shabbat observant. Tuition assistance is available. |
Chai Lifeline Midwest/Chai Lifeline Midwest Camp Simcha/Simcha Special * |
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6600 N. Lincoln Ave. |
Provides free and year-round support services to families of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. Kosher, medically supervised overnight camps for seriously ill children and teens. |
Foundation for Jewish Camp |
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253 W. 35th Street, 4th Floor |
Unifies and galvanizes the field of Jewish overnight camp and significantly increases the number of children participating in transformative summers at Jewish camp, assuring a vibrant North American Jewish community. |
Gan Israel Day Camps |
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Gan Israel 8-day Overnight |
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Habonim Dror Camp Tavor |
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59884 Arthur L. Jones Road |
Non-denominational Jewish overnight camp experience. Offers programs for boys and girls entering grades 3–12. Session lengths range from five days to seven weeks. Camp Tavor's community is nurturing and inclusive. Activities are individualized and aim to build self-confidence. Serves kosher meals, and much of the food grown is from the camp organic farm. New campers may be eligible for up to $1,000 off camp tuition. |
JCC Chicago 'Z' Frank Apach Day Camp * |
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3050 Woodridge Lane |
"Z" Frank Apachi Day Camp is located on our beautiful 10-acre campus in Northbrook. With large green spaces, manicured athletic fields, shaded areas and shelters, it's the ideal place for kids who love to play, create and explore. Our camp features air-conditioned spaces, two large heated outdoor pools, an outdoor cooking classroom, arts and crafts studio, adventure tree, boating, tennis court, a climbing wall and more. Campers can try everything from sports, arts and crafts and gaga, to clowning, cooking, drama, yoga and rock climbing. Music is always in the air, theme days are legendary, and our Shabbat celebrations foster a true sense of community and connection. 4 years-7th grade + CIT. |
JCC Chicago Apachi Day Camps * |
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300 Revere Drive |
Offers kids the chance to try new activities, have fun, and make new friends in a Jewish camp community. All camps feature carefully selected and skilled staff, and traditional activities and specialties. Day camp programs for children age 3 years through 10th grade at ten Chicagoland camp locations. Day camp programs also offer before and after camp care. |
JCC Chicago Apachi Evanston * |
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St. Joan of Arc School |
A special sense of community is fostered at Apachi Evanston and it carries over from summer to summer. Endless fun and activities, including sports, performing arts, fine arts, teambuilding and more mean there's something for everyone each day. There is plenty of air-conditioned classroom space for activities and exploration, a large gymnasium, multi-purpose rooms, a stage and an outdoor playground, plus open green fields and plenty of shaded areas for outdoor play. Several specialty programs are offered as well, including Performing Arts Camp, Sports, Apachi Ivrit and Apachi Ivrit Sports. Apachi Evanston really has all the ingredients for one fantastic summer. 3 years-8th grade + CIT. |
JCC Chicago Apachi Hyde Park * |
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Kenwood Academy |
Just steps from Lake Michigan's shimmering shoreline, Apachi Hyde Park at Kenwood Academy, is an urban oasis. With endless sand and water play, air-conditioned indoor spaces, neighborhood pools, sports fields, a full-size gymnasium, green spaces and more, Apachi Hyde Park has it all! Campers enjoy arts and crafts, drama and improv, music, sports, martial arts and more. Weekly field trips to the beach makes Apachi Hyde Park THE place to be for so much summer fun. 3 years-7th grade + CIT. |
JCC Chicago Apachi Northside Day Camp * |
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Northside College Prep |
Apachi Northside encourages campers to celebrate what makes them truly special. Through sports, art, swimming, science and theater, campers discover new ways to express themselves, create friendships and try new things. As campers get older, our program grows with them providing more opportunities for choice and leadership development. Each week is highlighted by special theme days and exciting guest entertainers, which enhance opportunities for community building and indescribable fun. 4 years-7th grade + CIT. |
JCC Chicago Apachi Old Town * |
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Walter Payton College Prep |
Here, campers build confidence on the high ropes, climbing wall and obstacle courses. They create solutions using art and construction in the design & tinkering lab, and practice skills, playing and competing in an extensive array of team and individual sports. And, of course, each week is filled with endless moments of Apachi magic-theme days, Shabbat celebrations, guest entertainers and more. K-7th grade + CIT. |
JCC Chicago Apachi Rogers Park * |
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Bernard Horwich JCC |
Located at Bernard Horwich JCC, Apachi Rogers Park is a hidden gem in the community, providing campers with a one-of-a-kind exploration of Judaism and self. You may not see it from our front doors, but venture out back and you'll discover a gorgeous, park-like setting, for sunny camp days packed with all the fun and friends of Apachi. With swim lessons, theme days, field trips, cookouts, and sports, campers thrive in our Torah-enriched community while exploring new interest, gaining skills, and creating lifelong friendships. 4 years-8th grade + CIT. |
JCC Chicago Apachi Village Day Camp Northbrook * |
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Bernard Weinger JCC |
Apachi Village J Camp is big on fun in a nurturing environment where emerging independence is fostered in our youngest campers. Our focus is solely on 3, 4 and 5-year olds and campers are placed in small groups with caring, nurturing counselors. Everything is sized just right for your little one with all age-appropriate activities taking place, and learning to swim is a top priority. |
JCC Chicago Camp Chi * |
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Business Office |
An enriching, Jewish, overnight camp experience for kids in 3rd-11th grades. JCC Chicago's Camp Chi has been the summer home away from home for generations of campers. Located on 600 wooded acres on a private lake in Lake Delton, WI, the camp features two heated pools, waterfront activities, air-conditioned gym, equestrian center, high ropes challenge courses, zipline, climbing wall, arts center, lighted sports fields and more! Teen leadership and adventure trip programs available. Accredited by the American Camp Association and recognized as the #1 overnight camp in the Midwest. Summer Address: P.O. Box 104, Lake Delton, WI 53940. |
JCC Chicago Elaine Frank Apachi Day Camp * |
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23280 N. Old McHenry Road, near Route 22 |
Nestled within 37 beautiful acres on the Lake County Jewish Community Campus, Elaine Frank Apachi J Camp features sprawling green sports fields, natural wetlands, winding nature trails, two heated outdoor pools, a climbing wall, zipline, ropes course, athletic courts, air-conditioned buildings and more. Our campers also get to take advantage of the amazing and unique Garoon Gateway to Science, an outdoor S.T.E.A.M. museum with 52 engaging, hands-on exhibits to explore. 3 years-7th grade + CIT. |
JCYS Horner Grove Summer Day Camp |
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1700 Weiland Road |
With programs tailored for children 6 weeks to 6 years old, enjoy a "big" day camp experience in a safe and comfortable setting located close to home. JCYS Horner Grove Summer Day Camp offers a program complete with themes and activities developmentally geared toward each of our camp units: Lil' Pioneers, Lil' Beginners, Lil' Explorers and Trailblazers. Families may choose from two- to five-day weeks, and half- and full-day options for your family's unique schedule. |
JCYS Jon Vegosen Champ Camp |
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1195 Half Day Road |
Five-week afternoon summer program for children entering first through sixth grade. While Champ Camp is designed to accommodate a morning summer school schedule, this camp is open to any kid looking for afternoons full of adventures, new friends, and fun in the sun! |
JCYS Sunflower Day Camp - Highland Park |
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800 Clavey Road |
Infant Sunflower Day Camp allows our youngest campers, aged 6 weeks-15 months, to participate in age-appropriate summer activities. Sunflower Day Camp for children aged 15 months-5 years is a fun-filled introduction to summer adventures. Campers take advantage of all the amenities available during the school year with extra summer fun including weekly in-house field trips. |
Junior Gan Israel Day Camp |
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4059 Dempster Street |
Full service day camp for ages 2-6. Exciting activities include swimming at Oakton Water Playground, sports, and gymnastics with Stretch-n-Grow, music, art, variety of special events, and age-appropriate field trips. Professional educators nurture and stimulate our campers. Jewish content presented via fun activities. Many options to choose from: full day or half day, two, three or five days per week. Catered lunches provided. Optional to and from camp transportation available. Camp is Keshet affiliated. Scholarships available. Tots Club for ages 6 months and up. |
Keshet Inclusive Camps * |
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3210 Dundee Road |
JCC Chicago Apachi Day Camps, Ramah Day Camp, JCC Camp Chi, Camp Nageela Midwest |
Mini-Camp TOV * |
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Jewish United Fund |
Mini-Camp TOV is the same great experience as Camp TOV, in a smaller package! Take part in a jam-packed two-day session of hands-on volunteering, taking place in early June after school ends and before overnight camp begins. To participate in Mini-Camp TOV, you must be a Jewish teen from the Chicago area entering grades seven through 12. |
Nathan & Shirley Rothner ATT Summer Program * |
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Associated Talmud Torahs |
Day camp in Orthodox setting for grades 1–7. |
Olin-Sang-Ruby Union Institute URJ (OSRUI) * |
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1121 Lake Cook Road, Suite D |
OSRUI is the Reform movement camp in Wisconsin, offering a unique environment for campers in grades two-12. They combine creative and innovative Jewish experiences with all the fun of summer camp – swimming, sports, drama, dance, archery, boating, horseback riding, visual arts, campfires, photography, waterskiing, high- and low-ropes, biking, camping trips, caring counselors and lifelong friendships. |
One Happy Camper * |
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Foundation for Jewish Camp |
The Foundation for Jewish Camp and the Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago offer opportunities to make sure that every child has access to an unforgettable Jewish summer experience. One Happy Camper offers incentive grants of up to $1,000 for children attending nonprofit, Jewish overnight camp for the first time for 19 days or longer. |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
Eight-week camp for grades three to eight featuring daily learning, athletics, swimming, weekly trips, arts & crafts, entertainers and skill development. |
Pirchei Day Camp |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
Eight-week camp for grades nursery through two featuring daily learning, athletics, swimming, weekly trips, arts & crafts, entertainers and skill development. |
Ramah Day Camp * |
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Operated by Camp Ramah in Wisconsin |
Offers a fun, enriching and nurturing summer experience in a Jewish context. Campers enjoy swimming, arts & crafts, nature, drama, music, cookouts, sports, field trips and more! Small groups and a mature professional staff provide a warm and welcoming environment in which Judaism and Hebrew are seamlessly blended with daily activities. Children entering grades kindergarten through six can enroll for a full eight-week session or one of two four-week sessions. Transportation from Lakeview and suburban areas is provided and included in fees. Scholarships available.Camp location: 98 W. Hintz Road Wheeling, IL 60090 |
SPARK – Teen Camp |
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Agudath Israel of Illinois |
Four-week overnight camp located in Marshall, IN. Open to girls completing 10th and 11th grade. Additional limited staff support positions available for girls completing 12th grade, at a discounted price. |
Tikvah Program * |
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Camp Ramah in Wisconsin |
Tikvah is a division of Camp Ramah in Wisconsin developed in 1973 to provide inclusion opportunities for children with learning, social and communication difficulties, including those who are higher functioning on the Autistic Spectrum. Tikvah provides all the opportunities of the Ramah experience with additional staffing and support. Through individualized programming, supported by highly-skilled staff, teens in the Tikvah program develop friendships, have fun and learn in formal and informal Jewish settings. Tikvah offers a full 8-week session for teenage campers, a 4-week "Taste of Tikvah" option for first-time younger campers, as well as the Tikvah Vocational Program for qualified high school graduates. |
Yeshivas Hakayitz Summer Camp * |
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Hebrew Theological College |
An alternative residential camping experience located on the suburban campus of Hebrew Theological College in Skokie. Open to boys grade 6th through 11th. The 200 campers and staff represent 50 communities worldwide. This offers a world-class and very unique experience for boys who are eager to have fun, play sports, make friends, and who have lots of ruach. Mornings are dedicated to Torah study with instruction conducted on several levels regardless of background. Afternoons are league sports and bunk activities. Evenings are trips to best of Chicago's attractions. The four-week camp runs the month of July. Scholarships are available. |
