Summer Champs
United Way Summer Champs is a scholarship program funded by the Libra Foundation that sends hundreds of 4th, 5th and 6th graders in Portland Public Schools to summer camps in Maine each year. With $500 scholarships, students can attend up to three summer camps and experience everything from arts and music to sports and adventure.
United Way Summer Champs Resources
2010 Camp Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
2010 Important Dates
| February | Enrollment Applications are available through Portland Public Schools |
| April 16th | Application Form #1 is due to your school's principal |
| May 14th | Selection Form #2 is due to Summer Champs (Kimberly Curry) |
Scholarship Levels
Current 4th Grade Students - $500.00
Current 5th Grade Students - $500.00
Current 6th Grade Students - $500.00
More About Summer Champs
Since 2001, over 10,000 kids have attended camps and built important new skills, gained self-confidence and independence, and developed friendships while experiencing summer in Maine in a while new way.
United Way of Greater Portland thanks the Libra Foundation for its generosity and for connecting kids with nature, the arts, music, sports and many other experiences that help kids grow into happy, motivated adults.
For More Information about Summer Champs
Call 207.874.1000
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