Nothing compares to the experience of summer camp! Kids learn so much and make memories that last a lifetime. With some creative preplanning, strategizing, and deal-finding, your child's camp dreams can come true this summer! Here are 5 creative ideas for how to pay for summer camp, along with five great summer camp deals from our sister site, CertifiKID!
1. Look for early bird savings
Many camps offer 'early bird' savings to families who sign up before a certain date. Sometimes those savings can be significant! Check out your favorite camps to see if they offer early bird registration savings.
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2. Apply for scholarships and payment plans
Some summer camps may offer financial assistance and scholarships, so plan ahead and apply early! Other camps, typically faith-based camps, may offer a discount to members of certain congregations.
3. Work at the camp
If you also happen to be looking for work, consider applying for a job at the camp! My local YMCA offers employees a variety of perks, from a free family membership to discounts on camps.
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4. Have the kids contribute
If your child is old enough to work some odd jobs, it's a great time to teach them about working and saving for things they want. Some kid-friendly work includes dog walking, pet sitting, mowing lawns, and babysitting. Some kids may also prefer to ask for contributions to a "camp fund" instead of toys and other gifts for their birthday.
5. Find a great deal on CertifiKID
Our sister site, CertifiKID, offers great deals on things to do for kids. Right now they have offers for summer camps all over the country. You're sure to find something your kids will love and get a great deal too. Here are just five of the many great deals you can find for summer camps on CertifiKID:
$20 for $40 Worth of Personalized Laminated Camp Labels
$20 for $40 Worth of Personalized Laminated Camp Labels
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Save up to $15 on Camp Invention registration
Camp Invention
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Use Code CI25 or CI15 to Save on Registration
$10 Off Challenger Soccer Camp
$10 Off Challenger Soccer Camp
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Ages 3-16
Additional $10 Off Breakthrough Basketball Camp
Additional $10 Off Breakthrough Basketball Camp
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Grades K-12
Camp Chateaugay Sleepaway Camp
Camp Chateaugay Sleepaway Camp
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Ages 7-17
Camp Stonewall Sleepaway Camp
Camp Stonewall Sleepaway Camp
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Grades 2-10
Medomak Family Camp in Main
33% Off Week of Medomak Family Camp in Maine - $100 Deposit Paid Now Per Person
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Brant Lake Dance 2-Week Sleepaway Camp
Brant Lake Dance 2-Week Sleepaway Camp in the Adirondacks
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Girls, Ages 11-16
Camp Netimus 2 or 3-Week Sleepaway Camp + FREE Transportation
Camp Netimus 2 or 3-Week Sleepaway Camp + FREE Transportation
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Girls, Ages 7-16
Kutsher's Sports Academy Sleepaway Camp
Kutsher's Sports Academy Sleepaway Camp in The Berkshires
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Ages 7-17
