Teens

At a time when they are hungry for meaningful encounters in their life, teens benefit from involvement in Jewish communal activity - from local leadership development programs to summer trips to Israel, and more. These experiences help shape them as responsible and empathetic young adults and enhance their skills as they prepare for higher education and the workplace. Federation is committed to investing in a bright Jewish future with programs for tomorrow's Jewish community members.

Teen Travel To Israel

Young people who participate in immersive Jewish experiences connecting with Israel tend to have stronger Jewish identity and communal involvement as adults. That is why the Federation invests in Israel travel for teens, providing them with the opportunity to further connect with their heritage, deepen pride in their Jewish identity, and strengthen bonds with Israel.

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Birthright Israel

18- and 19-year-olds are eligible to participate in Birthright Israel, free, ten-day peer trips for young adults 18-32-years old. Compliments of Birthright Israel and its funders, including the Jewish Federation, these experiences connect young travelers to their Jewish heritage and community, as well as the people, ideals, natural beauty, history, and culture of the state of Israel.

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Ruth Kroll Scholarship

The Ruth Kroll Scholar Award was created by Jewish Federation and the Kroll family to perpetuate Ruth’s memory and values and invest in a strong Jewish future. This scholarship recognizes young Jewish women who make a difference in our community and encourages them to continue the practice of Tikkun Olam – repairing the world.

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Days of Teen Service

Jewish teens are engaged in tikkun olam, repairing the world. Volunteers in sixth through twelfth graders participate in a wide range of community service activities, from visiting seniors in assisted living to cleaning up our shoreline and more. See photos from past teen service days. and learn more.

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Teens planting a preschool garden

Summer Camp

Jewish summer camp is a great way to inspire teens to embrace their Jewish identity, gain valuable life skills, and make good friends. The Federation supports and offers many ways to make day camp and sleepaway camp more accessible and affordable.

Camp Grants & Scholarships

Incentive Grants for First-Timers

For those who don’t know if Jewish camp is for them, the Jewish Federation offers incentive grants in partnership with The Foundation for Jewish Camp’s One Happy Camper program. Exciting kids about Jewish camp is a great investment in our future because it often leads to future involvement in Jewish community. In addition to teaching great life skills, Jewish camps offer world-class programs in athletics, the arts, technology, and more.

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Scholarships for Families In Need

For working families who need help affording child care when school's out, summer camp is not a luxury, it’s a lifeline. Their children spend the summer in a warm, safe, Jewish environment filled with fun, learning, and friendship.

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Special Needs Camp Scholarships

Children with special needs can share in the magic of Jewish camp to learn new skills, build self-confidence, and make lasting friends and memories. Scholarships from the Jewish Federation can put camp within reach and enable all Jews to find their place in the warm and supportive community of Jewish summer camp.

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