YWCamps (YWCA Northern New Jersey)

YWCamps by YWCA Northern New Jersey offers YWCamp@Dumont, YWcamp@Hoboken, YWCamp@Weehawken, and Camp Tastebuds for children ages 5 to 12. It also includes Girls Empowerment Network GEN – Glam Lab Camp for ages 8 to 12, with STEM-based learning opportunities, empowerment workshops, and socioemotional learning activities. The program also offers YWCamp@Dumont – Leaders in Training for teens ages 13 and up.

Programs

• YWCamp@Dumont — 5 to 12 · ACA accredited camp program at Grant Elementary School, 100 Grant Avenue, Dumont, NJ 07628. Camp ages ideal for ages 5 to 12.
• YWCamp@Dumont – Leaders in Training — 13+ · The LIT Program is described as an opportunity for teens to learn leadership skills for future opportunities and to take on new challenges, opportunities, and responsibilities.
• YWCamp@Weehawken — 5 to 12 · Waitlist only. For Weehawken residents only. Located at Weehawken High School, 53 Liberty Place, Weehawken, NJ 07086.
• YWcamp@Hoboken — 5 to 12 · Located at Wallace Elementary School, 1100 Willow Ave, Hoboken, NJ 07030.
• Camp Tastebuds — Camp Tastebuds – Hoboken. For Hoboken residents only.
• Girls Empowerment Network GEN – Glam Lab Camp — 8 to 12 · At YWCamp@Mahwah. Provides STEM-based learning opportunities, empowerment workshops, and socioemotional learning activities.
• She Learns, She Leads Career Camp – GEN: Girls Empowerment Network — A week of camp experiences designed to introduce girls to a variety of career paths while building confidence, encouraging creativity, and developing lasting friendships.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–12 years old

About the provider

YWCA Northern New Jersey says it is dedicated to eliminating racism, promoting racial understanding, and advancing gender equity. The camp programs are ACA accredited. The policies note that children must be 5 years old before starting camp, weekly tuitions are non-refundable, and financial assistance is available to income-eligible families.

Must be 5 years old prior to starting camp. Weekly tuitions are non-refundable. Financial assistance is available to income-eligible families.

What families say

“My daughter and her friends had such a good experience, and I cannot thank you enough. I hope we can come back again next summer!” — Valerie

Last updated October 18, 2026.