Applications are due January 15th, 2025 and will be reviewed in February 2025.
Jewish summer camp is a wonderful social and educational opportunity for our Champaign-Urbana students.
Jewish summer camp helps campers to strengthen their own Jewish identity and helps them to feel part of the larger Jewish community. Campers make friendships that can last a lifetime. This connection to their Jewish identity not only benefits the campers and their families, but is important to the community at large. A child with a memorable Jewish camp experience is more likely to grow into an adult who values their Jewish heritage, supports Jewish causes, and takes on leadership roles in their communities.
There are a variety of Jewish summer camps that serve different denominations of Judaism, or accommodate special needs and interests. Contact your child's Jewish educator for information about camps of interest. You can also contact CUJF for more information.
Champaign-Urbana students from elementary to high school age can apply for a scholarship to help pay for Jewish overnight camp. Because our C-U Jewish community sees the value in summer camp, CUJF, Sinai Temple and Champaign Urbana Jewish Endowment Foundation provide camp scholarships. CUJF and Sinai Temple work together to coordinate camp scholarship funds for students and to maximize the number of children served.
All first-time campers, regardless of need, are eligible for a one-time scholarship of $350 for overnight camp or $50 for day camp. Additional scholarships are available to cover a portion of camp expenses based on financial need.
To be eligible for CUJF funds, a child must have at least one parent who is a resident of the greater CU Jewish community (includes Champaign, Danville, Mahomet, Monticello, Mattoon-Charleston, Rantoul, Savoy, Urbana, etc.). Eligibility for CU Jewish Endowment Foundation and Sinai Temple scholarships varies. Overnight camps must be fully accredited.
You can mail the application to: CU Jewish Federation, Camp Scholarships, 503 E. John St., Champaign, IL 61820 or email them to scholarships@cujf.org.
