Summer Camp Inclusion Grant
This grant funds support personnel so children with disabilities in Newfoundland and Labrador can fully participate in summer camps by removing barriers to inclusion.
Funder: Department of Children Seniors and Social Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application / submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 per child (families); up to $5,000 per organization (multiple children); one-time support per cycle
Summary: Supports hiring of inclusion workers or interpreters to enable children with disabilities to attend and participate in summer camps in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Key Information: For-profit businesses are not eligible; funding is first-come, first-served, and applicants must identify a support person before approval.
Description
This grant provides financial assistance to families and organizations in Newfoundland and Labrador to hire support personnel—such as inclusion workers, interpreters (e.g., ASL), or designated support staff—so children with disabilities can attend and fully participate in summer camp programs. The goal is to remove attitudinal, physical, and financial barriers, ensuring inclusive camp experiences for children with disabilities.
