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

Welcome to the American Camp Association’s (ACA) Character at Camp Grant Program! The purpose of this program is to provide financial support, training, and technical assistance for selected day and...

https://www.acacamps.org/research/special-projects/character-camp-initiative

ACA’s Character at Camp Initiative is a six-year effort to expand, strengthen, and celebrate character development at camp. Funded in 2023 by Lilly Endowment, Inc., the initiative includes the...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/character-camp-grant-program-office-hours

The American Camp Association’s Character Grant Program is OPEN! Is your camp or organization thinking about applying and have questions or need support? Sign up for any of the Character at Camp...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/character-grant-program-update-how-apply

The American Camp Association’s Character Grant Program is now open. Join the Character at Camp Grant Team to...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/belief-builds-character

Discover how belief, curiosity, and positive communication can transform behavior and build character in children through everyday moments at camp.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/event/2026-aca-national-conference

Join us for the 2026 ACA National Conference, February 17-20, 2026, in San Diego, CA. Four-plus packed days of quality education, social and issues-based networking, professional trade-show...

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/character-camp/frequently-asked-questions

Updated 7/17/25 Get answers to common questions about ACA's...

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

Welcome to ACA's Character Academy! Here you will find a collection of free resources for members to learn more about character development. To learn more about the grant program...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/strategic-planning-rooted-character

Every camp reaches a moment when it has to ask itself: Are we still serving our mission in the most impactful way? Are we ready for the future? How do we ensure long-term sustainability...

https://www.acacamps.org/article/camping-magazine/more-character-less-risk

Discover how fostering character in staff, campers, and community helps camps reduce risk, build culture, and strengthen safety through shared values.