Camp Fire USA builds caring, confident youth and future leaders. This mission is carried out through a variety of informal education programs and summer camps. Camp Fire strives to make its programs available to as many children and families as possible, regardless of the ability to pay. “Camperships” (camp scholarship funds) for Day Camp and Camp Sealth are available through the generous donations of community organizations, businesses, and individual friends of Camp Fire.

Our summer camp programs include:
11 one-week long day camps in locations across King and Kitsap Counties
8 sessions of resident camp (overnight camp) at Camp Sealth on Vashon Island
8 sessions of day camp at Camp Sealth
One family camp for families with a child with disabilities (“Special Family Weekend” May 29-31)

GUIDELINES FOR CAMPERSHIPS INCLUDE:

• Assistance is limited to one summer camp program or session per child per summer. For resident camp, camperships may cover up to the cost of a 7-day program (this may be applied to a longer session, but camperships will not cover the full cost of a session longer than 7 days).
• Assistance from our Camp Fire council is limited to children living in King, Kitsap or north Mason counties.
• All youth who attend camp must become members of Camp Fire USA ($20 individual dues or $45 family dues) regardless of the source of Campership assistance.
• In most cases, the family or another source must pay the membership dues plus a $30 deposit toward the Sealth fees ($10 for Day Camp or Special Family Weekend), plus the extra cost of any “special” programs such as horseback riding. The Council will consider funding the cost of a “classic camp session” minus the deposit and dues. There are exceptions, however. If you need assistance with the dues and deposit, please attach a letter to your written application.
• Amount of assistance is based on family situations including income and family size.

HOW YOUTH CAN EARN THEIR CAMP FEES
Youth are encouraged to earn part of their own fees toward camp. You can do this through Camp Fire by participating in our candy sale. Thousands of kids in our area thoroughly enjoy belonging to a Camp Fire Group throughout the year; activities include community service, crafts, special projects, camping and much, much more. The candy fund raiser is held only in January & February; please contact our office for information about participating.

ADULT VOLUNTEERS FOR DAY CAMP
Adults can receive a partial waiver of their children’s Day Camp fees when they volunteer for the full week of day camp. Please contact the Day Camp Coordinator about applying for a volunteer position. The Day Camp Coordinator can be reached at 206 461 8550, ext. 8910. This does not apply to Camp Sealth Day Camp.

APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Complete this Campership Application form including any supplementary information to help us evaluate your situation. Please use a separate form for each child.
2. Complete a Camp Registration Form for each child for the program you wish to attend.
3. Send the appropriate deposit for each child with the registration form to the appropriate registrar.

For Camp Sealth or Special Family Weekend
Include a $30 deposit for Sealth; $10 for Special Family Weekend
Deadline is April 30, 2010
Mail application and registration to:
Camp Sealth Registrar
Camp Fire USA
4241 21st Ave. W., Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98199-1250

For Day Camp
Include a $10 deposit
Deadline is June 18, 2010
Mail application and registration to:
Registrar
Camp Fire USA
4241 21st Ave. W., Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98199-1250

4. Please note that funds are sometimes depleted before the deadline. Meeting the deadline does not guarantee you will get a Campership, even if you are eligible.
5. You will be notified within three weeks of your application whether we are able to provide any assistance.
6. IMPORTANT: You are asked to let us know within two weeks of receiving notice about your Campership if your child will be attending camp. We need to assist other families if you decide you can no longer use the Campership funds.

Financial assistance for low-income youth is also available from the following agencies:

• American Diabetes Association (ADA) – for youth with diabetes living anywhere in Washington State.
• Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG) – for youth with gluten intolerance or celiac sprue.
• PKU Clinic – for youth with PKU served through the PKU clinic at the University of Washington.

Contact these agencies directly for more information on financial assistance or to request an application.
Please visit this page for more information.

QUESTIONS??? PLEASE DIRECT YOUR CALL TO:

To have a camp brochure mailed to you (specify Day Camp or Camp Sealth)
206 461 8550 or toll-free 800 451 2267, ext. 8920

Day Camp program info, enrollment procedures, times, dates, payment, camp details Registration office: 206 461 8550 or toll-free 800 451 2267, ext. 8947

Camp Sealth program, enrollment procedures, dates, transportation, payment, camp details Registration office: 206 461 8550 or toll-free 800 451 2267, ext. 8947

Camperships for summer camp programs
Rick Taylor, Director of Camping, 206 463 3174, ext. 22
Registration office: 206 461 8550 or toll-free 800 451 2267, ext. 8947

Special Family Weekend program details or registration
Carrie Kishline, Senior Program Manager, 206 463 3174, ext. 35

Scholarships for Camp Fire USA Group/Club program
Program Director, 206 461 8550 or toll-free 800 451 2267, ext. 8919

Participating in other Camp Fire USA programs:
Contact the Camp Fire office nearest you.
Or call 206 461 8550 or toll-free 800 451 2267,
ext. 8910 for Camp Fire groups or clubs near you
ext. 8930 for Youth Volunteer Corps
ext. 8908 for child care, Saturday Club and Special Sitters Training

Camp Fire USA programs are available to all youth without regard to race, gender, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, economic status, or mental or physical disabilities. We look forward to having you involved in this wonderful organization!