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Families First Summer Camp

Missoula Public Library

A summer day camp in Missoula, MT offering a variety of activities for children aged 5-12.

▌ Editor's read The website www.familiesfirstmt.org loads successfully and appears to be a legitimate non-profit organization offering various family and youth programs, including summer camps. The organization is not listed in the ACA directory. While specific state licensing information for their camp programs is not readily available on the website, they operate as a non-profit. The 'About Us' section does not explicitly state a founder's name or years of operation. Families First offers day camps with themes like 'Outdoor Explorers' and 'Art & Nature,' catering to different age groups. Their Instagram handle is @familiesfirstmt and their Facebook handle is familiesfirstmt. Google reviews for 'Families First Montana' show a 4.9-star rating from 11 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the supportive environment and engaging activities for children. The website does not mention staff-to-camper ratios or specific background check policies for staff.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Families First Summer Camp 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 1275 W Broadway St, Missoula, MT 59802
  • Phone: 406-721-7275
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Families First Summer Camp

What ages does Families First Summer Camp accept?
Families First Summer Camp 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.
Who runs Families First Summer Camp?
Families First Summer Camp 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 Families First Summer Camp provide lunch?
Families First Summer Camp 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 Families First Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Missoula?
Families First Summer Camp is one of 16 traditional day camp camps in Missoula 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.

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