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JUNE 28
129 YERGER RD, SCHWENKSVILLE, PA
PART I
1:30 — 4:00
OPEN CAMP ACTIVITIES INCLUDING POOL, ROCK WALL, ZIPLINE, AND MORE. SIMULTANEOUSLY, TEEN SPORTS DAY RUNS WITH GAMES AND CHALLENGES DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR OLDER YOUTH. GREAT TIME FOR FAMILIES TO EXPLORE AND ENJOY.
4:00 — 5:30
PART 2
A MEANINGFUL TIME OF REMEMBRANCE AND GRATITUDE, FEATURING STORIES FROM STAFF, CAMPERS, ALUMNI, AND SUPPORTERS REFLECTING ON 30 YEARS OF HOPE FOR KIDS. INCLUDES FORMAL RECOGNITIONS AND COMMUNITY BONDING.
PART 3
6:30 — 10:00
THE EVENING WRAPS WITH A POWERFUL MUSIC AND STORYTELLING EXPERIENCE UNDER THE STARS. “CAMPSTOCK” FEATURES LIVE BANDS, WORSHIP, CAMPER STORIES, AND A FINALE MOMENT CELEBRATING THE FUTURE OF HOPE FOR KIDS.
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY • CREW • HOPE YOUTH CORP • HAVERST WORSHIP FESTIVAL •
R (OUR) CAMP • SPORTS CAMP • FULL TIME STAFF • PERFORMING ARTS CAMP •
SPECIAL WEEK OF CAMP • SATURDAY MIRACLES • CAMPWIDE CLEANUP DAY • HOPE VOLUNTEER CORP • CAMP MIRACLES •
CAMP UNIVERSITY • MISSIONS TRAINING PROGRAM • CHANCE OF A LIFETIME •
HAVERST WORSHIP FESTIVAL • HOPE YOUTH CORP • CREW • LEADERSHIP ACADEMY •
PERFORMING ARTS CAMP • R (OUR) CAMP • SPORTS CAMP • FULL TIME STAFF •
CAMP MIRACLES • HOPE VOLUNTEER CORP • SPECIAL WEEK OF CAMP • SATURDAY MIRACLES • CAMPWIDE CLEANUP DAY •
CHANCE OF A LIFETIME • MISSIONS TRAINING PROGRAM • CAMP UNIVERSITY •
R (OUR) CAMP • SPORTS CAMP • FULL TIME STAFF • PERFORMING ARTS CAMP •
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY • CREW • HOPE YOUTH CORP • HAVERST WORSHIP FESTIVAL •
CAMP UNIVERSITY • MISSIONS TRAINING PROGRAM • CHANCE OF A LIFETIME •
SPECIAL WEEK OF CAMP • SATURDAY MIRACLES • CAMPWIDE CLEANUP DAY • HOPE VOLUNTEER CORP • CAMP MIRACLES •
About The Event
Celebrate 30 Years of Hope for Kids--Enjoy a day of fun, connection, and celebration! Whether you’re returning to relive memories or visiting camp for the first time, we invite you to be part of the HFK story. Let’s celebrate all that God has done—and all that’s still to come! This year marks 30 years of Hope for Kids, and we’re throwing a celebration worthy of every camper, staff member, volunteer, parent, partner, and friend who helped build this story. On Saturday, June 28, 2025, we’re opening our doors wide to welcome everyone who’s ever been part of camp—and everyone who’s just discovering it. From the first camper to walk through our gates in 1995 to those who just signed up for their first summer this year, this day is for all of us. We’re creating space to reconnect, laugh, reflect, and remember the moments that shaped us, all while celebrating the unshakable foundation of faith, family, and fun that makes Hope for Kids so special. If you’ve ever spent a week on this land, shared a bunkroom, led a devotion, cleaned a dish, staffed a retreat, donated to a program, dropped your child off at check-in, or prayed for this place from afar—we want you here. This is more than just a camp reunion. It’s a living tribute to 30 years of impact, and we can’t celebrate it without you. Whether it’s been three months or 20 years since you last stepped onto this property, this is your invitation to come back home. Bring your family. Reconnect with old friends. Walk the trails. Visit your old cabin. Laugh with your kids as they try the zipline for the first time. Cry a little at the bonfire. Sing loudly at Campstock. Let’s gather as a family to honor the past, celebrate the present, and launch into the future—together.
ALL ACTIVITIES
THROUGHOUT THE DAY
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Where is the Hope for Kids Camp located?129 Yerger Road, Schwenksville, PA 19473 From Philadelphia: Take 76-W and take exit 327-328A-328B for US-202 W toward US-422 W/King of Prussia/W Chester/Pottstown. Take exit 328A on the left to merge onto US-422 W toward Pottstown. Take 422-W and exit at Limerick merging onto N Lewis Rd. At the Wawa gas station go straight into the round-about ahead and take the second exit of the round-about to Swamp Pike. Drive approximately 1.2 miles and take a right at Neiffer Rd., then drive 2.2 miles and take a right at Yerger Rd. Camp will be down the road on your left.
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How do I register my child(ren) for camp?To register your children for camp, or to sign up to be a volunteer, please click the "Register" tab or click here. Please create a Regpack account to use for your family, and then fill out the account owner form. After you fill in some information about yourself, you will then be asked to add a participant. Add the participant and complete first form with some basic health information, you will then able to select the week(s) of camp you would like to register the participant for and will be asked if you would like to make a donation. After that, you have just a few more forms to complete and you will be asked to add another participant or go to cart. At checkout, you can set up a payment plan or pay in full. If you have any questions, please email us at info@hopeforkids.org.
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How much is it to attend camp for the week?Please see the 2025 pricing below for each program, or go to each programs page under the "programs" tab. R Camp: $665 per camper. Teen Camp: $715 per camper. Special Week of Camp: $465 per camper, $70 per sibling and $70 per parent. Hope for Kids Leadership Academy (HFKLA): $1500.00 All adult volunteers are $50 for the week, and Junior Volunteers are $250.00. Due to rising costs of food, supplies, and inflation, we’ve increased camp prices by $20 this year. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have any questions regarding pricing or how to pay, please email us at info@hopeforkids.org
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What programs do you all offer and who are they for?Great question! Please see our programs below arranged by age group. AGE: 8-10 R Camp - (Starting at 8 years old (rising 3rd graders) through 8th grade) Camp Miracles - (Starting at 9 years old) Special Week of Camp - (Starting at 8 years old) AGE: 12-18 Teen Camp - (7th to 12th grade) Special Week of Camp (All ages welcomed) HOPE Youth Corps - (Ages: 15-23) Leadership Academy (HFKLA) - (Ages: 16-22) Junior Volunteer - Junior Mentor, Junior Counselor, Counselor-In-Training or on Crew. HOPEww Volunteers Corps- (accompanied by a parent/guardian) MATURE PROGRAMS (Service & Leadership Programs) Leadership Academy (HFKLA) - (Ages: 16-22) Special Week of Camp (Young at Heart Program) - (Ages 18-25) HOPE Youth Corps - (Ages: 15-23) Harvest Worship Retreat - (Ages: 16+, but geared for mature participants) HOPEww Volunteers Corps- (All ages) Chance of a Lifetime - (Ages: 18-29) Adult Volunteer - Mentor, Counselor, Kitchen Staff, First Aid, or Maintenance. Full Time Staff: An opportunity to come work at camp all summer and help oversee all the ins-and-outs of the season. The applications features specific jobs and roles, and runs anywhere from 10-13 weeks of commitment. This year's application has already closed. (Ages: Available Starting at 18)
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What should I pack (and NOT pack) for camp?Necessities: Bible, notebook & pen Twin sheets & blankets or a sleeping bag and pillow 2 towels andtoiletries (shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.) water bottle,flashlight, bug spray and sunscreen bathing suit Girls: one-piece with dri-fit shorts Guys: swim trunks with dri-fit shirt (NO COTTON: if your child wishes to wear a shirt or shorts in the pool, it cannot be cotton; it must be swim material) Lots of t-shirts and shorts (please see our dress code below, FAQ #6) We ask that everyone wear shorts that are no shorter than mid-thigh. Lots of socks & undergarments 2 pairs of sneakers (in case one pair gets wet) long pants, sweatshirt or jacket (it can be cold at night) Rain-wear White shirt or clothing to tie-dye at Arts & Crafts (optional) laundry bag. book, sketchbook, or non electronic quiet activity to do in the cabin during daily rest period For R Camp: 1 can of non-menthol shaving cream for the shaving cream fight. Optional Items: Fan, camera (not phone camera), alarm clock, batteries, stamps/self-addressed stamped envelopes, paper & pen. Please Do Not Bring: ANY ELECTRONICS, including tablets, music devices,video games, televisions, computers, or cell phones! Also, no magazines, food, candy, or pets. (No candy or food is allowed in the cabins. Animals are attracted to food!). We ask all campers to leave their phones at home or with their parents upon departure. See more information on this below. Please note that anything your child brings which we perceive as inappropriate for camp will be held in the office until the end of the week. Camp Hope for Kids is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Medications: All medications (even over-the-counter meds) MUST be turned in to the Camp Nurses during check-in. Your child will visit the infirmary to get their medications. If you have questions about medications, please us at susan.hannon@hopeforkids.org
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What is the Dress Code and Code of Conduct?At Hope for Kids we are dedicated to providing an excellent summer camp experience for all. To accomplish this goal, everyone is expected to behave appropriately and promote a safe, fun and healthy environment. We ask that ALL who come to the HFK property read, and abide by our code of conduct attached below. DRESS CODE Tops must appropriately cover the torso, shorts must be an appropriate length (recommended mid-thigh). Utilize the appropriate attire for the pool: Girls should wear a bathing suit that appropriately covers the torso (one piece or long two-piece) and are requested to wear non-cotton shorts in the pool. Boys should wear appropriate swim-bottoms with a non-cotton (recommended dry-fit) shirt. Cotton is not allowed in the pool due to the filter needs. Dress Code Enforcement As we strive to maintain our dress code, we will do so with gentleness and respect for everyone's personal dignity. With that end in mind, each person on property will be expected to adhere to the Hope for Kids' dress code. Download our full code of conduct here
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What if my child has food allergies or sensitivities?For those with food allergies or sensitivities, please note that on your Regpack registration. You are welcome to bring food and to store it in our Allergy Kitchen. Additionally, each week we will have Allergy Kitchen volunteers at check-in to talk to you about your child’s allergies/sensitivities. Please feel free to contact us at info@hopeforkids.org with any food-related questions.
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What time should we arrive at camp with our child(ren)?Check-in for ALL camps begins at 3pm. If you arrive before 3pm, you will have to wait.
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When do we need to pick our child(ren) up from camp?Parents need to arrive on Saturday morning by 10am. The closing program will run 1 hour. Campers are formally dismissed after the closing ceremony ends.
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What if there is an EMERGENCY and I need to get in touch with my child(ren) at camp?From 8 AM to 5 PM please call 610-287-6000. To reach us outside of those hours please call us at 267-421-0494.
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Why can’t my child have a cell phone or electronics at camp?As much as we are able, we want to make camp a technology-free zone so that we are all free to focus on each other and our time at camp. It is rare for our campers to be “unplugged,” and we know it is challenging for them, so please help us by keeping all their electronics at home! If there is an emergency, we will get in touch with you or you can reach us at 610-287-6000 (see #9)
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How do I complete my child’s paperwork for camp?You can register your camper and complete the necessary paperwork under the "Register" tab or by clicking here. Just answer the questions and click "Go to Next Step". Everything with a red circle is a mandatory question, so make sure you answer those along the way, or you won't be able to proceed to the next form. Please allot at least 15 minutes to complete the registration. If you need any assistance, please email us at info@hopeforkids.org.
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What is your church affiliation?Hope for Kids is affiliated with the non-denominational organization of churches, the International Churches of Christ (ICOC). The ICOC churches serve an international community in over 150 countries, with members of all ages, ethnicities, and economic, social, and educational levels. Its members are committed, loving disciples of Christ using the Bible as their standard in their everyday lives. You can find out more about the ICOC here its main website: https://www.disciplestoday.org/
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Can I bring my dog/pet to camp?Unfortunately pets are not allowed at Hope for Kids for campers or volunteers. If you have a Certified Service Animal, the animal is welcome to accompany you, but you will be asked to provide documentation of the service dog license. Additionally, we recognize that individuals may have an Emotional Support Animal (ESA), but unfortunately ESAs are not permitted.
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When is the last day I can register my child for a camp program?The deadline to register campers and adult volunteers for R Camp 1 and Special Week of Camp is June 1, 2025 and for R Camp 2 and Teen Camp is July 1, 2025. Junior volunteer applications are due May 1, 2025 or until the programs are at capacity. If you have any questions, please email us at info@hopeforkids.org
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Can my camper or I stay over the Saturday between camps?Yes, we understand that some of you come a good distance to be at camp for the week, so we are happy to allow Volunteers and Campers to request to stay at camp on Saturday nights. Please complete this form at least 5 days prior to your arrival: Housing Request Form. Please be aware that other programs may still be running and our staff is off duty Saturday, so: Hope for Kids is only able to provide Dinner Saturday and Breakfast Sunday for incoming volunteers and their children. If you will not be a volunteer for the upcoming week, you will need to go off site for meals. Hope for Kids is unable to provide the use of laundry machines, so please plan on going to a local laundromat to do laundry, or pack 2 weeks worth of clothes. ANYONE UNDER 18 MUST have an ADULT at camp with them that will take FULL responsibility for them between camps. You will need to provide the adult's name and contact information. We will verify with them that they will be responsible for your camper.
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Do you host a webinar for parents who are sending their children to camp?Yes, we will host a webinar for parents whose campers will be attending R Camp and Teen Camp. More details to come. If you have any questions in the meantime, please email us at info@hopeforkids.org.