The Salvation Army Summer Camps

The Salvation Army Summer Camps include activities such as swimming, canoeing, hiking, archery, sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, team-building activities, leadership training, community service projects, and scouting. The camps offer both educational and non-sports programs, along with outdoor recreation, educational activities, and hands-on projects. Kids are mentored by experienced camp counselors in a safe, structured, and positive environment, and the network of free summer camps allows kids of all ages, regardless of family income level, to attend day or overnight camp sessions.

• Schedule: Camp sessions are available as both day and overnight summer camps
• Price: Free summer camp programs; most summer camps accept state-provided child care subsidies, and scholarships are available to help families offset the cost

The Salvation Army camp counselors are equipped to help children navigate complicated emotions and struggles that can arise for those who experience poverty and related hardships, and they are trained to recognize the effects of the stressors of poverty on children and respond to a child’s emotional needs so kids feel safe, included, and welcome. The Salvation Army’s mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Salvation Army is one of the largest social service providers in the United States and is committed to serving neighbors in need of assistance in every zip code throughout the nation.

Last updated June 12, 2026.