Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN
A summer day camp for transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender expansive youth and their allies in St. Paul, MN.
▌ Editor's read The Camp Indigo website loads successfully and presents itself as a legitimate day camp for transgender, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning youth in St. Paul, MN. The camp is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, as stated on their 'About' page. The founder is Dr. Sarah G. O'Brien, a pediatric psychologist. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in gender diversity, youth development, and first aid/CPR. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews show a 5.0-star rating based on 10 reviews, with reviewers praising the camp's inclusive environment and positive impact on campers. The camp offers a variety of activities including arts and crafts, outdoor games, and community-building exercises. Social media handles for Instagram (@thecampindigo) and Facebook (thecampindigo) are present on the site.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 5–12
- Address: 1619 Dayton Ave, St Paul, MN 55104
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. Sliding scale available with discount codes. In 2025, $165,000 in discounts were provided.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN
- What ages does Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN accept?
- Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN cost?
- Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Sliding scale available with discount codes. In 2025, $165,000 in discounts were provided. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN?
- Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN 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 Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN provide lunch?
- Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN compare to other specialty camps in St Paul?
- Camp Indigo Kids - St. Paul, MN is one of 5 specialty camps in St Paul that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
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