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Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds

Wheatley Heights · ★ 4.5 (75 reviews)

Camp Ga'avah is a day camp for LGBTQ+ youth and allies aged 13-17, offering a safe and inclusive environment for personal growth and community building.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, friedbergjcc.org/lgbtq-summer-programs/, loads successfully and details Camp Ga'avah, a day camp for LGBTQ+ youth and allies aged 13-17. The camp is operated by the Friedberg JCC, a non-profit organization. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing information. While specific staff ratios are not listed, the site emphasizes a safe and inclusive environment. The Friedberg JCC has a Google rating of 4.6 stars based on 104 reviews, with reviewers often praising its community focus and diverse programming. Social media handles found are @friedbergjcc for Instagram and friedbergjcc for Facebook. The camp offers activities such as arts and crafts, sports, swimming, and social events, aiming to build confidence and foster friendships among participants.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. traditional day camp programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

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: 6–18
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 75 Colonial Springs Rd, Wheatley Heights, NY 11798, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Cost for 2026 is not available. Information is based on 2025 data. 'Ga'avah on the Go' trips are $50 per day.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds

What ages does Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds accept?
Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds is open to children ages 6–18. 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 Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds cost?
Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. Cost for 2026 is not available. Information is based on 2025 data. 'Ga'avah on the Go' trips are $50 per day. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds's hours?
Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds 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 Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds?
Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds 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 Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds provide lunch?
Camp Ga'avah @ Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds 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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