Term dates: June 18- August 10, 2012 (week of August 13 – 17 optional)

ACA . . . → Read More: American Camp Association (ACA)]]> Hope Center is an accredited camp facility by the American Camp Association (ACA).  Accredidation requires meeeting strict standards and gudielines, as well as meeting all state and local regulations.  Visit ACA on the Net to find out more about camping see what ACA has to offer to parents and campers alike.

ACA Camps are eligible for camper FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE through SCOPE.   SCOPE financial support  is available to our campers who meet the following criteria: (1) age 7-16, (2) enrolled in public school, (3) meet family income requirements established by USDA for free  or reduced-price school lunch, (4) complete an application essay.  Contact the Hope Center office for applications or go to SCOPE.orgfor forms and info.  Special support for Brooklyn residents is available from  Scope’s “Camp Brooklyn” scholarship funding.  Contact the Hope Center Office for information and applying for SCOPE funding.

Click here . . . → Read More: Camp Van Es – Alberta Canada]]> Founded in 1940, VECCC has been an important part of the ministry of the Moravian Church in Canada.  Each summer, camps for grades 1 to senior high are offered through the Moravian Church, but are open to all children.  The conference centre and camping facilities are available year-round for rental.

Click here to visit Camp Van Es.com

Click here to visit Laurel . . . → Read More: Laurel Ridge Moravian Camp and Conference Center]]> Since 1960, Laurel Ridge has served as the camp, conference and retreat center of the Moravian Church, Southern Province. Located in quaint Laurel Springs, North Carolina, our 688 acres of woods, hiking trails, waterfalls, and spectacular mountain views draw visitors from around the globe.

Click here to visit Laurel Ridge.org

North East Moravian Distaster Relief (NEMDR) has provided able hands for improvements and maintenance at Hope Center for the last since 2007.  Come join the group on MAY 6-7, 2011 and learn some new skills and help out the Camp in a BIG WAY as we prepare for the summer camping . . . → Read More: NEMDR Mission Weekend]]>

North East Moravian Distaster Relief (NEMDR) has provided able hands for improvements and maintenance at Hope Center for the last since 2007.  Come join the group on MAY 6-7, 2011 and learn some new skills and help out the Camp in a BIG WAY as we prepare for the summer camping season.  Come for one day or both.  Cabin space is available for any who wish to stay over.  Meals are provided. A donation is requested to cover food costs.  Contact Hope Center for more information, and look for a notice to arrive at your church in April with more details.

ADULT COUNSELORS (age 18 and up, and two years older than the oldest campers being supervised) are essential for making a safe and enjoyable week at camp for all age groups.  Counselors stay . . . → Read More: Volunteers]]> Volunteers play a vital role in Hope Center’s Ministry to young people. Here’s how you can volunteer this year!

ADULT COUNSELORS (age 18 and up, and two years older than the oldest campers being supervised) are essential for making a safe and enjoyable week at camp for all age groups.  Counselors stay in cabins with the campers and provide supervision throughout the day.

JUNIOR COUNSELORS (age 16 and two years older than the oldest campers being supervised) can help at PrePrimary, Primary, Middler, Swim and Fishing Camps.  Junor Counselors stay in cabins with campers and assist Counselors and progrm staff throughout the day.  What a great way to spend more time at camp and enjoy sharing the camp experience with young campers.

NURSES AND EMTs:    Camp is always looking for individuals to serve as health care providers during each week of summer camp.  You must hold a current certification. Private air conditioned quarters with bathroom and shower facilities are provided.  The Nurse is present for all program events to oversee safety for all participants, and is available for first aid and medication dispensing for all campers and staff.  Meals, prayer and pool time is part of the package!  Please share your skills with our campers and staff by contacting the Hope Office directly. 908-459-4435 

HOW DO I SIGN UP???           You can volunteer for the week you are interested in by contacting the Weekly Dean (Leader) directly to offer your services.  OR contact the Hope Center office to volunteer.

Have fun learning to work together – and don’t fall down!!!

Ryan’s Ropes was dedicated in memory of Ryan Miller on 6/27/08 and funded by memorial funds with thanks to his mom, Patti Miller, and all . . . → Read More: Ryan’s Ropes]]> A new Low Ropes Course is ready for supervised activities!

Have fun learning to work together –
and don’t fall down!!!

Ryan’s Ropes was dedicated in memory of
Ryan Miller on 6/27/08 and funded by memorial funds with thanks to his mom, Patti Miller, and all contributors.

GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue, about a penny per search, . . . → Read More: Your “Click” Earns $$ for Hope]]> What if Hope Center earned a penny every time you searched the Internet? Or how about if a percentage of every purchase you made online went to support our cause? Well, now it can!

GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue, about a penny per search, to the charities its users designate. Use it just as you would any search engine, get quality search results from Yahoo, and watch the donations add up!

GoodShop.com is a new online shopping mall which donates up to 37 percent of each purchase to your favorite cause! Hundreds of great stores including Amazon, Target, Gap, Best Buy, ebay, Macy’s and Barnes & Noble have teamed up with GoodShop and every time you place an order, you’ll be supporting your favorite cause.

Just click on the links above…..
Hope Moravian Camp and Conference Center
will be selected as the charity you want to support.

And, be sure to spread the word!

HOPE DEPENDS ON YOUR GIFTS SO WE CAN GIVE TO KIDS EACH YEAR

Hope Center / Camp Hope is always appreciative of your generous gifts toward the ongoing camping ministry, or for special projects.  Send your tax deductible gift to:

Hope Center, PO Box 165, Hope NJ 07844

THANK YOU