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/safety-camp-resources

The American Camp Association (ACA) believes that the physical and emotional safety of campers and staff are of paramount importance in the delivery of any camp experience.  This curated...

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.

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/emergency-disaster-readiness-camps

Emergency and disaster preparedness is critical to the safety and success of camp programs. Preparing staff, campers, and the broader community requires proactive planning, informed decision-making,...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/powerful-programming-how-build-great-character-qualities-outstanding

Join bestselling author and educator Michael Brandwein for a practical, high-impact virtual recorded webinar focused on building character through intentional program design and leadership. Packed...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/immunization-recommendations-summer-2026

Immunizations have historically been an important consideration in building a healthy camp structure.  The requirements and recommendations for immunizations are currently being considered, and...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/recorded-webinar/building-camp-centered-risk-management-framework

This recorded webinar provides camp and youth-serving organization leaders with a practical, holistic understanding of risk management as both a protective framework and a strategic decision-making...

https://www.acacamps.org/events-education/online-learning/online-course/building-character-through-cultural-responsiveness-camp

This recorded webinar explores how camps can create transformative character development experiences by embracing culturally responsive-sustaining approaches. Participants will discover how character...

https://www.acacamps.org/blog/powerful-programming-character-development-camp

This blog is adapted from Powerful Programming: How to Build Great Character Qualities with Outstanding Program Planning and Leadership, an ACA Webinar presented by Michael Brandwein.

https://www.acacamps.org/resources/wildfires-smoke-impacting-camps

The American Camp Association provides resources for developing wildfire preparation, response, and recovery plans.