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

Character at 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/resources/diversity-equity-inclusion/mental-emotional-social-health

Mental, Emotional, and 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/research/special-projects/character-camp-initiative

Character at 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-grant-program-update-how-apply

Character Grant Program Update and How to Apply

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

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

Character at Camp Initiative: Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

Character at 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/article/camping-magazine/strategic-planning-rooted-character

Strategic Planning Rooted in Character

This article discusses reimagining strategic planning as a character-driven, inclusive journey to build a sustainable, mission-aligned future.

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

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/about/partnerships/kindred-groups/not-profit-council

Not-for-Profit Council

The Not-for-Profit Council is an affiliate organization of the American Camp Association and operates with guidelines created by ACA to serve the special interests of the not-for-profit camp...

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

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.