https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/pony-barnes-foundation-invests-power-camp-685000-grant

Funding honors the legacy of Dr. Virginia "Pony" Barnes by supporting equitable, life-changing opportunities for youth through camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-december-23-2025-annual-impact-report

In this issue: 2025 Annual Impact Report Culture Starts Before the Contract: A Strategic Approach to Staff Hiring Build Community at EPIC Preconference NDO blended learning course...

https://www.acacamps.org/socalhawaii/awards

2025 - 2026 Western Awards  Your Local Council of Leaders want to recognize exceptional individuals and camps for their achievement in the summer camp world. Nominations can...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/partnerships/collaborations

ACA enjoys collaborative efforts with many organizations, institutions, universities, and foundations.  A sampling of current collaborative efforts appears here. For groups interested in...

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/attend/digital-badges

Show Your Conference Spirit! Headed to San Diego for the 2026 ACA National Conference? Whether you’re attending or speaking, let everyone know you’ll be there! Download your official ...

https://www.acacamps.org/about/partnerships/kindred-groups/bipoc-affinity-group

The BIPOC Affinity Group is a safe and inclusive space dedicated to fostering community and centering BIPOC camp professionals. This virtual space is designed for those who identify as Black,...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/press-release/sumitomo-mitsui-banking-corporation-smbc-global-foundation-supports-aca-grants-strengthen-camp

The American Camp Association announces a $500,000 grant initiative funded by the SMBC Global Foundation to expand camp-school partnerships and increase access to high-quality camp experiences for...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/special-course-packages

It’s all about you! Whether you’re looking for education on leadership training, risk management, health and safety, marketing, or more, you’ve come to the right place. ACA has it all — just...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/newsletter/aca-now-december-16-2025-j-1-visa-alert-supporting-neurodivergent-campers-staff

In this issue:  Urgent J-1 Visa Alert! Supporting Neurodivergent Campers and Staff Quality Programs Training Levels 1 and 2 Blog: Helping Kids Balance Screen Time Year-Round...

https://www.acacamps.org/news/memoriam-armand-baer-ball

Armand Baer Ball, Jr. passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, at the age of 95. Armand was a deeply respected leader in the camp community. He joined ACA after a long career in youth...