CAMPERSHIP APPLICATION

CAMPERSHIP APPLICATION

Summer 2026
Our Beginnings

Any understanding of the origins of Camps Airy & Louise will find its first sparks in Ida (Miss Ida) Sharagrodsky's founding vision of a sun-filled mountain retreat for young Jewish immigrant women (and soon after would come their male counterparts) seeking a brief respite from the challenging conditions of a week-in, week-out work life in the city of Baltimore. A social worker with the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society, Miss Ida had a clear understanding of why such an effort was necessary. But the camps would never have found a permanent place in the hearts of thousands and thousands of young people over the generations without the benevolent gifts of Aaron and Lillie Straus and their genius for knowing how, what and where to convert a fantasy into a reality.

Commitment to Camperships

From its inception in 1922, our institutional visionaries shared an ambition that Camps Airy & Louise would be available to children, including those without sufficient financial resources, who wished to enrich their lives through participation in Jewish camping. Subsequently the Straus-inspired camperships have consistently underwritten this aspiration to support those in need and bunks full of happy children have benefitted over the years. And the awards have come with only one condition - upon arrival at camp, no child's financial status would be shared with anyone. In other words, every camper would confidently step onto the mountain with equal footing.

Affordability

For more than 100 years now, our commitment to keeping camp affordable remains a prominent part of our mission. And we are very proud of our strong reputation for doing so. We are committed to monitoring every way we can be cost aware, while at the same time providing the Best in Jewish Camping Experiences. However, at times, even with our best efforts directed at affordability, social and economic factors can make paying tuition problematic for some members of our camp community. We understand that due to acute or ongoing financial challenges there might still remain a gap between what camp fees are and what some camper families can manage. In those instances, and in order to fill in some of those gaps we are pleased to provide the opportunity to apply for a campership.
General Campership Application Procedures

Like a scholarship, consideration for campership funding requires completing some forms, supplying some supporting documentation and paying attention to some deadlines. And like a scholarship, camperships come with no obligation for repayment. If you are interested in applying for a campership the following list highlights "how to":
- Camper Registration: Please complete and submit the camper registration online for Summer 2026, along with the accompanying refundable deposit. Campership applications cannot be reviewed before your camper is registered for the camp session.
- Campership Application Forms, etc.: Please complete the Campership Application Form (Summer 2026) and provide all supporting documentation including:
  - All 2024/2025 IRS Form 1040, 1040A, 1040 EZ (all pages)
  - All 2024/2025 W-2 forms Copies of all 2024/2025 1099 forms
  - Recent paystubs
(all forms will be deleted after your application has been considered)
- Campership Application Reviews: In most circumstances we are able to complete the campership application review without the need for an interview, so we are pleased to offer a remote review of your materials. This might require some phone communications should we have any need for clarification. Upon completion of the review, you will be notified as soon as possible about the award decision and a payment plan will be coordinated for payment in full.
- Deadlines: We aim to provide rolling consideration of all Campership Applications (in most cases we will attempt to review the request as close as possible to the time we receive your completed application). And as you might expect, the earlier we are able to review your application the more flexibility we have in making suitable campership funds available.
  - The firm deadline for Campership Applications for all currently enrolled campers is December 2, 2025.
  - All other reviews will be completed as soon as all camper registration, campership application and supporting materials are received.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at:
camperships@airylouise.org
or 410-466-9010

Before the campership application can be reviewed, your camper(s) MUST be enrolled at Camps Airy & Louise for the upcoming season. Is your family currently enrolled?

YesNo

Your camper(s) MUST be enrolled before your application will be reviewed. Please click here to complete the application.

Date of Application*

MonthDayYear
Date
Name of primary individual completing Campership application*

First NameLast Name
Email of primary individual completing Campership application*
example@example.com
How many children do you have enrolled in Camps Airy & Louise for 2026?*
Please complete the following for your 4 eldest campers.
Camper 1 Name*
Camp*

AiryLouise
Camper 2 Name
Camp

AiryLouise
Camper 3 Name
Camp

AiryLouise
Camper 4 Name
Camp

AiryLouise

Family Information
Current marital status/arrangement of Parent/Guardian/Other Adult in Section A (please select all that apply)*

SingleMarriedWidowedDivorcedRemarriedSeparatedResiding with Significant OtherOther
*A note for divorced/separated parents*

We understand that divorce/separation brings many challenges to families. For us to be our most helpful in responding to your request for campership aid, we ask that all parents responsible for contributing to the camper's support (in any matters) to please complete the application materials.
If single, divorced, remarried or separated:
Who claimed/will claim camper as tax dependent in 2025?*
Who is legally responsible for tuition of the camper in 2026?*
Number of parents residing in the primary household in summer 2026*
Number of children residing in the primary household in summer 2026*
Number of other people residing in the primary household in summer 2026 (and please clarify)*
Do you contribute to the support of a parent or other family member?*
If yes, annual amount?*

Current marital status/arrangement of Parent/Guardian/Other Adult in Section B (please select all that apply, or skip if not applicable)

SingleMarriedWidowedDivorcedRemarriedSeparatedResiding with Significant OtherOther
If single, divorced, remarried or separated:
Who claimed/will claim camper as tax dependent in 2025?*
Who is legally responsible for tuition of the camper in 2026?*
Number of parents residing in the primary household in summer 2026
Number of children residing in the primary household in summer 2026
Number of other people residing in the primary household in summer 2026 (and please clarify)
Do you contribute to the support of a parent or other family member?
If yes, annual amount?

Do you receive any financial support from any relatives or other sources?*

YesNo
Please share amount of support received from others (individuals parents organizations trusts etc) for education, camps, vacation, recreation, and any other expenses*

Dependents

Please list all campers and other dependent children residing in your household (and elsewhere if appropriate):
Camper / Child 1
Name*
Age*
DOB*

MonthDayYear
Date
Camp session registered for*
Number of years attending Camps Airy & Louise*
School grade entering Fall 2026*
Name of school, city, state (Fall 2025)*
Tuition for school total*
How much school financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family member/other sources total*
Other tuition total (e.g. synagogue, other camps, college)*
Name of institution(s)*
How much institutional financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family members/other sources total*
Do you have another camper/child to claim?*

YesNo

Camper / Child 2
Name*
Age*
DOB*

MonthDayYear
Date
Camp session registered for*
Number of years attending Camps Airy & Louise*
School grade entering Fall 2026*
Name of school, city, state, (Fall 2026)*
Tuition for school total*
How much school financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family member/other sources total*
Other tuition total (e.g. synagogue, other camps, college)*
Name of institutions*
How much institutional financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family members/other sources total*
Do you have another camper/child to claim?*

YesNo

Camper / Child 3
Name*
Age*
DOB*

MonthDayYear
Date
Camp session registered for*
Number of years attending Camps Airy & Louise*
School grade entering Fall 2026*
Name of school, city, state, (Fall 2026)*
Tuition for school total*
How much school financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family member/other sources total*
Other tuition total (e.g. synagogue, other camps, college)*
Name of institutions*
How much institutional financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family members/other sources total*
Do you have another camper/child to claim?*

YesNo

Camper / Child 4
Name*
Age*
DOB*

MonthDayYear
Date
Camp session registered for*
Number of years attending Camps Airy & Louise*
School grade entering Fall 2026*
Name of school, city, state, (Fall 2026)*
Tuition for school total*
How much school financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family member/other sources total*
Other tuition total (e.g. synagogue, other camps, college)*
Name of institutions*
How much institutional financial support do you receive total*
Any amount contributed by agencies/family members/other sources total*

Financial Information*

Rows	Last Taxable Year (2024 Actual)	Current Taxable Year (2025 Actual / Estimated)
Parent/Guardian A Total taxable income from W-2
Parent/Guardian B Total taxable income from W-2
Estimated Gross business income (Loss) from Self-employment/other businesses (including income from rental property, business partnerships)(Schedule C, E, F, Form 1040)
Total Net business income (Loss) from Self-Employment and other businesses (includingincome from rental property, business partnerships)(Schedule C, E, F, Form 1040)
Interest and Dividends
Trusts/Annuities
Unemployment Income
Alimony
Total Adjusted Gross Income (Form 1040, 1040A, or 1040 EZ)
Total Tax Paid (Form 1040, 1040A, or 1040 EZ)

Other Non-taxable Income (totals/year)*

Rows	Last Taxable Year (2024 Actual)	Current Taxable Year (2025 Actual / Estimated)
Child Support
Public (cash) Assistance
Food Stamps
Social Security Income
Section 8 or other Housing Assistance
Worker's Comp
Disability Payments
Other

Assets/Debts/Expenses
Total current balance cash and checking*
Total current balance CDs Mutual Funds Stocks etc*
Total current balance Retirement accounts (including IRA, SEP, Keogh, Pension, etc.)*
Real estate investments (not your primary residence)
Current fair market value *
Current mortgage balance*
Business ownership
Current fair market value*
Current balance owed on business*
Total current balance on 529 plan*

Automobiles, Trucks, Boats, Motorcycles, RV

Rows	Make	Model	Year	Monthly Payments
1
2
3
4
5

Housing
If you rent your home what is the monthly rent?*
If you own your home, what was the purchase price?*
If you own your home, what was the year it was purchased?*
If you own your home, what is the current market value?*
If you own your home, what are the monthly mortgage payments?*

Loans - list other loans owed

Rows	Loan Type	Monthly Payment	Balance
1
2
3
4

Credit Card Debt

Rows	Account(s)	Monthly Payment	Balance
1
2
3
4

Other Expenses

Rows	Description	Monthly Cost	Yearly Cost
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

If you wish, please feel free to use this space to provide any other information you feel may be important for us to know when considering your request for campership support.

File Upload
2024/2025 Form 1040, 1040A, or 1040 EZ*

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2024/2025 W-2 Forms and copies of recent paystubs from all employers*

Cancelof
2024/2025 1099 Forms*

Cancelof

I/We will promptly inform Camps Airy & Louise of any substantial changes in my/our financial circumstances*

Yes
I/We understand that providing incomplete information on forms and supporting materials may preclude a full and thorough review and in turn limit consideration of an application.*

Yes
I/We have completed the 2026 Camps Airy & Louise Camper Registration Form with an accompanying refundable deposit.*

Yes
I/We have been awarded campership assistance from Camps Airy & Louise in the past*

YesNo
I/We understand that acceptance of a Camps Airy & Louise campership will require a payment plan with an automated monthly payment toward tuition.*

Yes
With the following signature(s), I/We confirm that this information is genuine, honest, and accurate to the best of my/our knowledge.
Parent/Guardian A Signature*

Clear
Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
ParentGuardian B Signature

Clear
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Should be Empty:

CAMPERSHIP APPLICATION

Our Beginnings

Commitment to Camperships

Affordability

General Campership Application Procedures

Your camper(s) MUST be enrolled before your application will be reviewed. Please click here to complete the application.

Please complete the following for your 4 eldest campers.

A. Parent, Guardian or Other Adult Responsible for Camper Tuition (and responsiblefor the reliable completion of this form)

B. Parent, Guardian or Adult Residing with Adult (A) OR other Adult Responsible for Camper

Family Information

A note for divorced/separated parents

We understand that divorce/separation brings many challenges to families. For us to be our most helpful in responding to your request for campership aid, we ask that all parents responsible for contributing to the camper's support (in any matters) to please complete the application materials.

If single, divorced, remarried or separated:

If single, divorced, remarried or separated:

Dependents

Camper / Child 1

Camper / Child 2

Camper / Child 3

Camper / Child 4

Assets/Debts/Expenses

Real estate investments (not your primary residence)

Business ownership

Housing

File Upload

With the following signature(s), I/We confirm that this information is genuine, honest, and accurate to the best of my/our knowledge.

CAMPERSHIP APPLICATION

Our Beginnings

Commitment to Camperships

Affordability

General Campership Application Procedures

Your camper(s) MUST be enrolled before your application will be reviewed. Please click here to complete the application.

Please complete the following for your 4 eldest campers.

A. Parent, Guardian or Other Adult Responsible for Camper Tuition (and responsiblefor the reliable completion of this form)

B. Parent, Guardian or Adult Residing with Adult (A) OR other Adult Responsible for Camper

Family Information

*A note for divorced/separated parents*

We understand that divorce/separation brings many challenges to families. For us to be our most helpful in responding to your request for campership aid, we ask that all parents responsible for contributing to the camper's support (in any matters) to please complete the application materials.

If single, divorced, remarried or separated:

If single, divorced, remarried or separated:

Dependents

Camper / Child 1

Camper / Child 2

Camper / Child 3

Camper / Child 4

Assets/Debts/Expenses

Real estate investments (not your primary residence)

Business ownership

Housing

File Upload

With the following signature(s), I/We confirm that this information is genuine, honest, and accurate to the best of my/our knowledge.

A note for divorced/separated parents