County Developmental Disability Boards
The Akron Rotary Camp contracts with various local county developmental disability boards to help fund summer day and overnight camps and respite programs. If your county is not listed, please call the camp office for more funding opportunities at 330.644.4512.
Board eligible Summit County participants can receive a maximum of $1815 for summer programs, after co-pay is applied.
In Portage County board eligible participants qualify for 100% subsidy for the Portage Trailblazers Day Camp.
Eligible Medina County DD Board participants can recieve up to $720 for the Medina Bees Day Camp.
Easter Seals Campership Opportunity
For over 35 years, Easter Seals has provided financial assistance to children and adults with disabilities so they can attend summer camp. Camperships are financial awards usually ranging from $50 to $500 that allow children or adults with special needs to attend one week at a summer camp of their choice. Awards are based on financial need.
The camping experience provides a multitude of positive rewards for campers as well as their families. Camp allows children and adults with disabilities to spend time away from their family while with others who have similar abilities, interests, and experiences. Camp also provides a week of respite for parents, siblings, and/or caregivers.
Applications are accepted through April 10 each year. Campership awards are announced during the first week of May. Please call your local Easter Seals Northern Ohio office at 1.888.325.8532 if you would like more information about the program or if you are interested in receiving an application.
Please click here for more information on Easter Seals and the Campership application process.
The Arc of Greater Cleveland Scholarship and Resource Page
The Arc of Greater Cleveland accepts applications each year for campership funds to help defray summer camp costs for children with disabilities. This year, funds are available from the Ben M. Bonanno Campership Fund, and we invite you to apply for these funds.
Autism Speaks Scholarships
Autism Speaks is pleased to announce the 2011 Autism Speaks Baker Summer Camp Program. Online applications are now being accepted through March 1, 2011. The program will offer up to $3000 in scholarship funds for eligible camps that serve qualified campers with autism spectrum disorders.
To apply, please CLICK HERE.
For additional information about the Autism Speaks Baker Summer Camp Program, please CLICK HERE.
Summer Camp Handbook
Dr. Chris Thurber is a summer camp professional who has spent nearly 30 years researching and learning about different aspects of camp. As a result of this research Dr. Thurber has provided the world with a wealth of knowledge about preparing for camp. In his book, The Summer Camp Handbook, Dr. Thurber provides parents with tips, tricks, and wisdom about choosing the right camp, how to survive homesickness, and the benefits of a summer camp experience. Dr. Thurber has graciously provided the content of book on his website. Click here to vist Dr. Thurber's website!
