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▌ Specialty · Ages 5–17

Camp Quality USA

Nationwide, USA

Free summer camps and year-round programs for children with cancer and their families across the USA.

▌ Editor's read Camp Quality USA's website loads as a legitimate site for a non-profit organization dedicated to children with cancer. The organization has been operating for 35 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They offer free, week-long overnight camps and year-round programs, including family weekends and hospital visits, across multiple states. The website explicitly mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks to ensure child safety. While not accredited by the ACA, their focus is on providing specialized care for children with cancer. Google reviews for various Camp Quality USA chapters generally show high ratings, with the national organization having a 4.9-star rating from 11 reviews, praising the positive impact on children and families. The camp is clearly a non-profit, as indicated by its .org domain and mission statement.
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Since 199135+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–17

Camp Quality USA sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1991 (35 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 10000 W 75th St, Suite 107, Merriam, KS 66204
  • Phone: (816) 888-3300
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Camp Quality is free for all families. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Quality USA

What ages does Camp Quality USA accept?
Camp Quality USA is open to children ages 5–17. 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 Quality USA cost?
Camp Quality USA doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Camp Quality is free for all families. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Camp Quality USA's hours?
Camp Quality USA runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Quality USA?
Camp Quality USA is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 35 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Quality USA provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Quality USA 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.
Does Camp Quality USA offer transportation?
Camp Quality USA provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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