In the greater New York area, less than 10 percent of the Jewish community’s children attend a Jewish summer camp. But synagogues and community centers are working hard to increase that participation rate by cultivating a culture of Jewish camping.
The Campership initiative is supported by UJA-Federation of New York’s Commission on Jewish Identity and Renewal (COJIR), the Foundation for Jewish Camp, and the Jewish Communal Fund. The initiative makes it possible for children attending a Jewish camp for the first time to receive $1,000 stipends.
“Camp has proven itself to be a transformational experience, immersing children in Jewish learning, living, and community,” says Deborah Joselow, COJIR managing director. “UJA-Federation aspires to make Jewish camping an integral part of every child’s Jewish journey.”
Campership 2010 applications are available.
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