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Frequently Asked Questions How can I obtain an application?
A scholarship is only a click away... What specialty camp programs qualify for scholarships?
Specialty camp programs offered by Camps: Tawonga, Newman, Ramah, and the BJE-sponsored Special Needs Family Camp qualify. Who qualifies for a scholarship?
Although family specialty camp includes the whole family, scholarships are available for children only. Are there residency criteria?
Yes. Children whose parents' permanent residence is in the San Francisco Jewish Community Federation area of San Francisco, the Peninsula (Sunnyvale and North), Marin and Sonoma Counties are welcome to apply. When is the application deadline?
Online applications must be submitted four weeks before the camp session begins. Can we apply for a scholarship to attend multiple camp sessions?
No. Please submit only one application per family. How do you decide who gets a scholarship?
The Jewish Community Federation's Specialty Camp Scholarship Committee makes the final decision based on pre-established selection criteria. When will I know whether my child has received a scholarship?
You and the camp will be notified by mail no later than two weeks prior to camp commencement. What makes the application complete?
  • A completed on-line web application.
  • PLEASE NOTE: Exception is for scholarships for Grief and Growing: All applicants must apply through the Healing Center, Contact Eric Weiss at eweiss@ioaging.org Is there anything else I must send?
    No - the tax return requirement is waived for this application process only. Still have questions we haven't answered?
    Email Janet Rothman, BJE Financial Aid Director or call 415.751.6983 x 107. The BJE administers specialty camp grants on behalf of the Albert and Janet Schultz Supporting Foundation of the Jewish Community Endowment Fund.




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