Campership Fund

Opportunities for adults, youth and children to attend and participate in SIX camp programs!

The Campership Fund offers funding for Christian Science adults, youth and children to participate in camp programs in Canada and the United States. They are:

Canada
Camp Bow-Isle (BC)

The U.S.:
Adventure Unlimited Ranches (CO),
Cedars Camps (MO),
Crystal Lake Camps (PA),
Camps Leelanau and Kohahna (MI)
Newfound and Owatonna (ME)

The Campership Fund supports the activities of Christian Science campers, both children and adults. The fund will cover up to 75% of the campers’ tuition during the various sessions year-round. Outreach events about the camps are on The Campership Fund website (below) and also on the display board at the entrance of the Sunday School.

If you need financial assistance to attend camp:

Apply to The Campership Fund for financial assistance for tuition fees before May 15th of each year.
Apply to the camp for financial travel assistance.
Apply to this church for additional financial support for travelling.

Gratitude

Each year, The Campership Fund hears from grateful campers, telling us about their experiences. Here’s a sample of one letter. To read many more, click “More gratitude” below.

“I had one of the best summers yet this year at camp! I grew the most spiritually this year, which I’m grateful for, and tried pushing myself out of my comfort zone more than usual this year. I felt comfortable sharing a healing at one of our testimony meetings for the first time which symbolized a big step for me. I can’t thank donors enough for the wonderful experience I had this summer. Thank you everyone!”

More Gratitude

Campership Fund Current Camp Year Information

Deadlines, Programs, Work Opportunities,
Tips for Saving and Contact Links

Dear Friends,

All of us at The Campership Fund wish you a Happy New Year!

A new year can mean new beginnings and trying new things. If you’ve never gone to camp we hope you will put that on your list of things to do in 2026. Those who have participated in camp programs can attest that it’s an unforgettable experience filled with adventure, fun, friendship and spiritual growth. In 2025 TCF was able to help send more than 970 individuals to camp awarding over $1,450,000 to families! We are here to help YOU get there!

Wishing you a camp-passionate year!

2026 Deadlines

Summer Camp Application Deadline: May 15

Adult & Family Camp Deadline is two weeks prior to the program start.

Apply Today!

2026 Summer Youth Camp Programs

The six camps for Christian Scientists have set their schedules for the upcoming summer. Click on the camp names for more information.

A/U Ranches

Session 1
June 18-July 2
(Half session: June 18-24)

Session 2
July 4-July 16

Session 3
July 18-July 30
(Half session: July 18-23)

Camp Bow-Isle

Jr. Girls/Boys
July 4-July 17
(Ages 8-13, one- or
two-week option)

Sr. Girls/Boys
July 19-August 1
(Ages 13-17)

Sr. Skills Week
August 2-August 8
(Ages 13-17)

20s/30s Camp
August 16-August 21

CedarS Camps

1st Session
June 7-June 19
(One- or
two-week options)

2nd Session
June 21-July 3

3rd Session
July 5-July 17

4th Session
July 19-July 31
(One- or
two-week options)

CIT Group 1
May 30-July 4

CIT Group 2
July 4-August 8

Crystal Lake Camps

Session 1
June 27-July 10

Session 2
July 11-July 17

Session 3
July 18-July 31

Leadership Training Program
July 11-July 31
(Ages 15-17)

Counselor in Training Program
June 27- July 31
(Ages 16-17)

Camps Leelanau & Kohahna

Day Camp
June 21-27 or July 12-18
(5-8 year-olds)

2-Week Session
June 21-July 4
(New campers only)

3-Week Session
June 21-July 11

4-Week Session
July 12-August 9

7-Week Session
June 21-August 9

Counselor in Training Program
June 19-August 9
(Rising Seniors)

Camps Newfound & Owatonna

1st Session
June 21-July 10

2-Week Session
June 21-July 5
(New campers only)

2nd Session
July 12-August 7

Full Session
June 21-August 7

CIT
June 21-August 7

Work at Camp!

Camp Bow-Isle
See website for details.

Kitchen Staff
(May – September)
Photographer
(June – August)
Camp Counsellor & CITs
(July – August)
Family Camp Staff
(June and/or August)

Crystal Lake Camps
See website for details.

Girls Head Counsellor
Kitchen Manager
Stables Manager
Female Leadership Training (LT) Coordinator
Cabin Counsellors
Kitchen Staff
Stables Staff

Camps Leelanau/Kohahna
See website for details.

Summer Counsellors
Summer Parent Helpers
Spring LOC Instructors

Camps Newfound/Owatonna
Submit your applications
by clicking here.

Kitchen Staff
Cabin Counsellors / Activity Staff

It’s Not Too Late To Save For Camp!

Pick a camp program and SAVE! SAVE! SAVE!

As you are praying about going to camp we’re sure ideas will come to mind about how to get there. We’ve jump started things with a few ideas of our own:

For Adults:

Set up a dedicated “camp savings account” and do a monthly deposit.
See if the camp has a payment plan.
Some camps offer discounts to those who enroll early.
Consider using your tax refund.
Volunteer at camp and get tuition credit, if offered by camp.
See if your church offers tuition assistance (some do).
Connecting with other camp families in your area for carpool/rideshare.
Help your child set a savings goal and track it.

For Kids:

Save birthday or Valentines money.
Ask for camp as your birthday present.
Sell lemonade.
Offer to dog sit or babysit.
Wash cars.
Mow lawns/rake leaves/shovel snow in your neighborhood.
Have a yard sale or bake sale or sell crafts.
Offer tutoring.
Create your own fundraiser.
Older kids: volunteer at camp.
Ask your parents to match every dollar you save.
See if your church offers tuition assistance (some do)

If your family still finds itself in significant financial need and cannot afford to attend camp, then apply to The Campership Fund. We can help get you to camp!