https://www.acacamps.org/conference

The 2027 National Conference will be held February 16-19, 2027, in Louisville, KY. 

https://www.acacamps.org/research/grants-innovative-special-projects

With the support of grant funding, ACA’s Research Team is busy testing innovative ideas, tools, and systems in the camp field, ranging from program quality to camp-school partnerships, to camper and...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/character-camp/grant-program

Apply for ACA's Character at Camp Grant — funding for day and overnight camps to build or grow character development programs. Wave 2 closes October 1, 2026.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/diversity-equity-inclusion/mental-emotional-social-health

Focusing on the mental, emotional, and social health (MESH) of campers and staff reflects a holistic understanding of well-being.

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/speakers/call-for-proposals

The 2027 CFP site is now open!  

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/attend/volunteer

The 2027 ACA National Conference volunteer site will open in September!

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/program/schedule

The 2027 schedule will be updated frequently as more details are finalized.  Check back often!

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/attend/registration

2027 Conference Registration Coming this Summer!

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/harmony-academy

Through their partnership, ACA and Harmony Academy collaborate to deliver resources that help camps build belonging, strengthen relationships, and support youth well-being. 

https://www.acacamps.org/conference/hotel

Conference Hotels We have contracted room blocks at multiple hotels close to the convention center. Please review the hotel options below and follow the links provided to make your reservation....