We’re excited to share the launch of the Bobalou Scholarship, a new opportunity designed to help make the Emma Kaufmann Camp experience more accessible for first-time EKC campers. The Bobalou Scholarship supports families who are excited to give their child the gift of overnight Camp and for whom cost may otherwise be a barrier. Through this scholarship, more children can experience the friendships, confidence-building, and meaningful Jewish moments that make Camp so special.

The Bobalou Scholarship is available to all first-time EKC families, regardless of where they live, and JCC membership is not required to be considered for this fund. Awards are made based on demonstrated financial need to help ensure camp is accessible to families for whom tuition may present a challenge.

Families interested in the Bobalou Scholarship should apply by completing the JCC’s scholarship application. Our team is happy to answer questions and help guide families through the process.

One Happy Camper Grant

Your child may be eligible for a first-time camper non-need based grant.
For more information and eligibility requirements click here:
https://www.jewishcamp.org/one-happy-camper/

JCC of Pittsburgh Scholarship 

Financial Assistance is available to those in need.  Scholarship Assistance from the Pittsburgh JCC is awarded for those families who reside in the Pittsburgh PA Metropolitan Area (MSA) based upon an assessment of each applicant’s financial situation and JCC Guidelines. Adjusted Gross Income and family size are taken into account in determining eligibility and the amount of scholarship.  Scholarship Assistance for those families living outside the Pittsburgh MSA is based on your local community. For more information on scholarships available in your home community, contact 412‑697‑3550.

Please contact Financial Services Administrator for more information at 412‑697‑3525.

Operation Summer Camp

Home to the largest Jewish overnight camp network on the continent, JCC Association of North America and JWB Jewish Chaplains Council®, with generous support from the Marcus Foundation, are proud to bring the joys and values of Jewish summer camp to Jewish children in military families beginning this summer. Click to learn more: Operation Summer Camp – For Military Families