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Bay Area summer camps with financial aid or scholarships

Bay Camps currently lists 100 Bay Area summer camp programs for 2026 that mention financial aid, scholarships, or other assistance. Compare aid notes, ages, prices, dates, and registration links before confirming details with the provider.

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Showing 4 matching camps where financial aid is marked in Bay Camps data. Last updated May 2026.

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Financial aid listed🏕️ Nature & Outdoor

Call of the Wild Camps — Cupertino/Los Altos Hills

100% outdoor nature summer camps for grades K–5 at Rancho San Antonio County Park in Cupertino and Los Altos Hills.

Ages
5-11
Location
Cupertino, Los Altos Hills
Dates
June – August
Price
$650/week

Aid note: $649.95/week; $129.99/day for single days; $50 sibling discount; early-bird discount available; scholarships offered

Financial aid listed🎭 Arts, Music & Performance

Peninsula Youth Theatre — Theatre in the Park Summer Camps

Award-winning two-week theater camps for ages 6–15 in Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, and Mountain View, where campers act, build sets, and perform original productions.

Ages
6-15
Location
Los Altos, Los Altos Hills +1
Dates
June – August
Price
$473/week

Aid note: $945 for two-week camp (approx. $473/week); $850 for weeks including Juneteenth/July 3rd holidays; scholarships available

Financial aid listed🏕️ Nature & Outdoor

Hidden Villa — Summer Farm & Wilderness Camp

Nationally recognized farm and wilderness summer camp for K–10th grade on a 1,600-acre organic farm in Los Altos Hills, offering day and overnight programs.

Ages
5-16
Location
Los Altos Hills
Dates
June – August
Price
Contact for pricing

Aid note: Financial assistance available; $125 non-refundable deposit required; register at hiddenvilla.org

Financial aid listed🏕️ Nature & Outdoor

Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo — Summer Camps

Interactive science and nature week-long camps for ages 3–11 in Palo Alto, run by the beloved Junior Museum & Zoo.

Ages
3-15
Location
Palo Alto, Los Altos Hills
Dates
June – August
Price
Contact for pricing

Aid note: Full scholarships available for income-qualifying families; register via City of Palo Alto

Financial aid FAQ

Which Bay Area summer camps offer financial aid?

Bay Camps currently lists 100 Bay Area summer camp programs that mention financial aid, scholarships, or other assistance. Availability and eligibility vary by provider.

How do I apply for summer camp scholarships?

Most camps require families to apply directly through the provider, city recreation department, YMCA, school, or nonprofit running the camp. Check the camp profile and registration link for current forms, deadlines, and eligibility rules.

Do city-run summer camps offer financial aid?

Some city-run recreation camps list scholarships, resident assistance, or flexible payment options. Confirm details with the city because amounts, residency rules, and deadlines can change each season.

Are these camps free?

Not necessarily. This page includes camps that mention financial aid or scholarships. Some may offer partial aid, need-based discounts, payment plans, or limited scholarship seats rather than free enrollment.

When should families check financial aid availability?

Check as early as possible. Scholarship funds and lower-cost camp seats can run out before summer starts, and some providers require approval before registration is complete.