Apply for a scholarship to cover the cost of summer camp at Atlanta History Center. For up to four weeks, campers play games, participate in team-building activities, and have the chance to explore our 33-acre campus in the heart of Buckhead.
Atlanta History Center is grateful to the Akers Foundation for their landmark gift and early support of this effort to provide more students with the opportunity to participate in our summer camps.
FAQ
- Camper must attend a Georgia Title I school AND receive free/reduced lunch (must provide verification).
- Camper must have completed kindergarten-eighth grade during the 2023–2024 school year.
- Guardian or caretaker of camper must agree to provide transportation to and from camp daily during the week of camp.
- Parents/guardians are responsible for providing daily lunch and at least two (2) snacks for their camper each day.
- If awarded a summer camp scholarship, there is a $25 nonrefundable deposit to secure your reservation. This deposit will be due within 48 hours of receiving notification.
Submit 2024 Atlanta History Center Camp Scholarship application electronically. Scholarship applications will continue to be considered on a rolling basis until all scholarships are filled.
Submit the following required documents along with the online application:
- Proof the camper attends a Georgia Title I school AND receives free/reduced lunch.
- Letter from the guardian, teacher, counselor etc. describing how the camper will benefit from Atlanta History Center Summer Camp.
- Letter of interest from the camper.
Scholarships are limited and will be awarded based on pre-selected criteria and completion of the application and required documents. Those who have been awarded a scholarship will receive notification via email and phone call on Monday April 15, 2024. Recipients will have 48 hours after notification to submit their $25 deposit. All applicants will know their status by May 1, 2024; if not selected, please consider applying for next year.
Contact us at summercamp@atlantahistorycenter.com with questions.
We hope to see your camper this summer!
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