Summer camp fosters Jewish identity and creates a life-long bond with the Jewish community. While whispering after lights out, creating bunk traditions, or gathering to welcome Shabbat, Jewish children experienced Jewish community that was vibrant, celebratory, and fun!

To make these summers a reality, the Mid-Kansas Jewish Federation provides NON-NEED BASED SCHOLARSHIPS for first-time campers (or for ANY camper who has not yet received an MKJF scholarship.) Need-based assistance is also available for campers to attend camp after the first year.

For Jewish teens that have "aged out" of summer camp, but still want a Jewish summer experience, the MKJF also offers scholarships for Jewish "Teen Experiences." The MKJF also offers an "Israel Experience" scholarship to encourage Jewish high school students to visit Israel. This non-need-based scholarship is available to teens in grades 10-12.

The MKJF is one resource for summer youth programs. Contact the office for more information. Online you can visit jewishcamp.org/camps or info.com for info about camps and teen programs.

You can download the 2012 Camp Scholarship form (pdf) or 2012 Israel or Teen Experience Scholarship application (pdf). All applications for any of the scholarships are due by February 29.

Everyone is invited to our community Shabbaton on Friday, February 10. Shabbat activities begin at 5 pm, followed by Shabbat Service at 6 pm. Stay and enjoy a traditional Shabbat Dinner after!

Please RSVP for this month's Shabbaton to ensure we have enough tables, chairs, and food for everyone! There is no charge to attend. For more information about this event, contact Sandy Kramer at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . The Shabbaton experience is not just for WJCS families; it’s for all of us!

The Community Shabbatonim are brought to you by the WJCS in partnership with the MKJF.

Your donation must be mailed by December 31, 2011 to be eligible for a tax deduction for this calendar year.

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