About
Camp Lilac is a week-long overnight summer camp for trans and gender diverse youth ages 13-17. Campers may register for one session only, and the 2027 sessions are July 18-24 and July 25-31.
Programs
- Camp Lilac — 13-17 · Week-long, overnight summer camp; Session 1: July 18-24, 2027; Session 2: July 25-31, 2027; campers may register for one session only · Specifically for trans and gender diverse youth.
At a glance
- Ages: 13–17 years old
- Current session: Session 1 (Jul 18–Jul 24, 2027); Session 2 (Jul 25–Jul 31, 2027)
- General schedule: Week-long overnight summer camp
About the provider
Camp Lilac has operated since 2017. It is a project of GenderSphere, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The camp’s mission is to provide a safe, welcoming space for transgender and gender diverse youth to be themselves in a positive, supportive, youth-focused environment.
Campers may register for one session only. A non-refundable $50 application fee is charged and applied to tuition upon acceptance. Tuition is $950 for a 1-week session. Financial aid is available. Campers attend in Ohio; both sessions take place at a West Central Ohio location about an hour outside of Columbus, and the exact location is shared following acceptance. Camp is not connected with any religion as an organization.
What families say
“Attending this camp has actually changed my life. Finally having a place where you are fully surrounded by people living the same sort of life experience is more freeing than anyone can imagine. I met so many people who have changed my life for the better and every day I’m not at camp is a day I miss it!” — 2023 Camper
“I can't put into words how grateful we are that we found Camp Lilac. Thank you for being there for our children. Our daughter looks forward to having the time to be 100% herself, without fear or judgment, all year long.” — 2023 Camper Parent
“There were so many times over the past year where I genuinely didn't think I would be able to stay alive...knowing I'd get to see my community again in a matter of months was what kept me going through it all. I am SO thankful for Camp Lilac for being the reason I am still here today.” — 2025 Camper
Last updated October 15, 2026.
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