Camp Pride FL
An overnight summer camp for LGBTQ+ youth and allies in Central Florida, fostering community and personal growth.
▌ Editor's read The Camp Pride FL website loads as a legitimate camp site, offering an overnight summer program for LGBTQ+ youth and allies aged 13-17. The camp is a non-profit organization, founded by Dr. Michael P. Brady, and emphasizes creating a safe and inclusive environment. The site states that all staff undergo background checks and that a 24/7 medical team is on-site. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews are not available for 'Camp Pride FL - Summer Session' specifically, but the organization's Facebook page has a 5-star rating from 10 reviews, with positive comments about the supportive and empowering environment. The camp's Instagram handle is @camppridefl and its Facebook handle is camppridefl. The program focuses on community building, self-discovery, and leadership, with activities like workshops, arts, and outdoor recreation.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 13–18
Camp Pride FL serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 13–18
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: PO Box 780187, Orlando, FL 32878
- Phone: (407) 734-7743
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Cost is inferred from the sponsorship page, which states $900 covers one youth's full camp experience. A scholarship portal is available, suggesting financial aid. No details on registration fees or deposits.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Pride FL
- What ages does Camp Pride FL accept?
- Camp Pride FL is open to children ages 13–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Pride FL cost?
- Camp Pride FL publishes $900/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Pride FL's hours?
- Camp Pride FL runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Pride FL?
- Camp Pride FL is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Pride FL provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Pride FL includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Planning guides
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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