Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 5–15 · $375/week
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Camp Shelanu

Camp Shelanu · $375/week

Camp Shelanu is a Jewish day camp offering a variety of activities, fostering community, and celebrating Jewish culture.

▌ Editor's read Camp Shelanu is a day camp for children in grades K-8, operated by Jewish for Good, a non-profit organization in the Triangle area. The camp's website emphasizes a focus on Jewish culture, community, and fun, with activities like arts & crafts, sports, and swimming. While not ACA accredited, the website states that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child safety, first aid, and CPR. Jewish for Good has a Google review rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the organization's positive impact and community engagement. The camp offers various sessions throughout the summer, with themes like 'Shelanu Superheroes' and 'Shelanu Time Travelers.' Social media handles for Jewish for Good are @jewishforgood on Instagram and JewishforGood on Facebook, where they share updates and photos.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–15

Camp Shelanu 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 language/cultural 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
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 5–15
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 1937 W Cornwallis Rd, Durham, NC 27705, USA
  • Phone: 919-354-4936
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Pricing not confirmed.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Shelanu

What ages does Camp Shelanu accept?
Camp Shelanu is open to children ages 5–15. 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 Shelanu cost?
Camp Shelanu publishes $375/week for the standard session. USD. Pricing not confirmed. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Shelanu's hours?
Camp Shelanu runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 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 Shelanu?
Camp Shelanu 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 Shelanu provide lunch?
Camp Shelanu 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.

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