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Resident Camp Scholarships


    Studies have shown that Jewish camping is a powerful way to build strong Jewish identity and commitment in young people.

     

    Thanks to the generosity of the Annual Campaign, the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley offers needs-based scholarships for Jewish resident summer camps such as Ramah, Pinemere, Harlam, Galil, Young Judea and Moshava.

     

    Limited funds are available.

     

    Contact Joan Brody at joan@jflv.org to see if you qualify.

     

    For a listing of some local Jewish camps, CLICK HERE.

      

    Teen Experience Scholarships


      Each year, scholarships are awarded to individuals for Jewish teen education experiences that will enrich the recipients, enhance the community, and increase the likelihood of future engagement with Jewish life.

       

      These incentive grants are provided by the Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley’s annual campaign. 

       

                Teens may request scholarships for:

                -  Jewish summer camps

                  -  Jewish youth group summer programs

                  -  Conventions

                  -  Certain trips to Israel

       

      Teens must be in grades 9 through 12 and reside in the Lehigh Valley area. The program may be located outside of the Lehigh Valley. Membership at an area synagogue, Jewish youth group and/or the JCC is preferred, but not required. The education experience must be organized by a recognized Jewish organization.

       

      Trips to Israel funded by a VISIT savings incentive program grant are not eligible 

      Addtional Scholarship Opportunities

      Families are encouraged to contact their synagogues as well as the resident camp as additional sources for scholarships. In particular, inquiry should be made to the resident camp for the One Happy Camper first timers’ (non-need based) scholarship.