Robert and Helen Harmony Fund for Needy Children
Forecasted
Robert and Helen Harmony Fund for Needy Children supports children in financial need from eight Ohio counties through residential camperships, helping them access quality nature and recreational experiences.
Funder: Dayton Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Annual deadline)
Funding Amounts: Campership awards made annually; award amounts are not specified
Summary: Supports residential camperships for children in financial need from eight Ohio counties.
Key Information: Applications are accepted by invitation only, and camps must hold camping-season accreditation.
Description
The Robert and Helen Harmony Fund for Needy Children, administered by the Dayton Foundation, provides quality camping opportunities for children who otherwise could not attend because of financial need. Established by Robert and Helen Harmony in 1993, the fund makes annual campership awards supporting residential camping experiences for children from designated Ohio counties.
The fund emphasizes camps that combine nature activities with a broad range of recreational programs, rather than offering nature programs alone. Properly trained staff and accreditation by the American Camping Association or a comparable agency are central to its focus on quality experiences. Medical and specialty camps offering residential programs for children are also encouraged to apply.
