Camp
At overnight camps in New York’s Mid-Hudson Valley, children ages 8-15 make new friends, develop leadership skills and gain self-confidence.
A day at camp is full of fun activities like learning to swim, arts & crafts, archery, learning to play guitar, exploring the outdoors and more!
My favorite part of camp is getting to hang out in the cabins with all my friends – I’ve made lots of new friends already!
Tallulah, 9About Camp
Camp is special to me because I get to see everyone care for each other. At The Fresh Air Fund, we support each other and just like they say, a summer lasts a lifetime.
Uriel, CIT Director and AlumCamp Team
Friendly Towns
Visiting a volunteer host family is a unique and fun opportunity for children ages 8-14 to travel to a new place and make new friends.
Favorite activities include going to the beach, playing in the backyard, riding bicycles, barbeques, swimming and more!
Friendly Towns is a great chance to experience something new outside of your comfort zone.
Brandon, 15More
It was a great week of fun outdoor activities. We were all so happy to be together, and the time went by way too fast!
Cristina, Host ParentTo Host a Child
OUR IMPACT
96 %
of parents / caregivers would recommend The Fresh Air Fund's summer programs to family and friends
88 %
of parents / caregivers said their child learned important skills at camp
63
of our summer staff were alumni of Fresh Air programs
98 %
of youth said they spent more time outdoors than usual during their visit to Friendly Towns
87 %
of parents / caregivers said their child is more confident after going to camp
98 %
of youth said their visit to Friendly Towns helped them feel active and healthy
750 +
games and art supplies provided to kids at our overnight camps
86 %
of parents / caregivers said their children felt more comfortable in new environments after participating in a Fresh Air program
2,000
acres of nature to explore at Sharpe Reservation
87 %
of parents / caregivers said their child is more open to trying new things
96 %
of parents / caregivers would recommend The Fresh Air Fund's summer programs to family and friends
88 %
of parents / caregivers said their child learned important skills at camp
63
of our summer staff were alumni of Fresh Air programs
98 %
of youth said they spent more time outdoors than usual during their visit to Friendly Towns
87 %
of parents / caregivers said their child is more confident after going to camp
98 %
of youth said their visit to Friendly Towns helped them feel active and healthy
750 +
games and art supplies provided to kids at our overnight camps
2,000
acres of nature to explore at Sharpe Reservation
87 %
of parents / caregivers said their child is more open to trying new things
It’s Summer All Year Long
WHEN YOU FOLLOW @THEFRESHAIRFUND
Meet Miguel, a first-time camper at Camp Hayden-Marks. Miguel is nine years old and loved spending time at the waterfront this summer!
“My favorite thing ever is swimming! I just love splashing around in the lake and having a blast. I think everyone at camp is super nice, and the camp staff are like superheroes, always keeping an eye out for us!” #FreshAirFund
Fall has officially arrived! Every week this month, we are going to share a new fall activity that we encourage you to try!
This week, we`re going to the farmers market! Farmers markets are one of the best places to find fall foods local to your area. From butternut squash to pumpkin, you can find fresh and seasonal produce (and don’t forget to check out the sweet treats!) Check out our Fresh Air Fall Fun Activities blog for a list of farmers markets throughout the city. Link in bio! #FreshAirFund
P.S. Grab a pumpkin – you might need it for next week’s activity!
Did you know that today is World Heart Day? Our campers love making hand hearts with friends! Send a ❤️ to someone you love! #FreshAirFund
It’s not too late to send us photos for our 2023 Summer Friendly Towns Photo Contest!
A big Fresh Air thank you to all our volunteer leaders and host families for making the Friendly Towns program possible! The memories made this summer will last a lifetime.
Link in bio to see more! #FreshAirFund