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The Fresh Air Fund is a youth development organization providing transformative outdoor experiences, at no cost, for New York City children from underserved communities.

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Our Camps & Programs

At six sleepaway camps in New York’s Mid-Hudson Valley, children have new experiences, learn new skills and gain new perspectives. Youth also participate in year-round leadership, career exploration and educational programs.

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  AT CAMP ABC… girls, ages 9-14, cheer each other on while learning to swim, trying a new activity like drumming...
  
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  AT CAMP HAYDEN-MARKS… boys ages 9 -14 years old laugh and sing together as they step outside of their comfort...
  
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  AT CAMP HIDDEN VALLEY… campers, ages 8-12, enjoy activities from swimming, sports and outdoor adventure to music and...
  
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  CAMP JUNIOR… in memory of Lesandro “Junior” Guzman-Feliz, a 15 year-old victim of gang violence, is operated by...
  
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  CAMP MARIAH… is the summer component of the year round Career Awareness Program. Children, ages 12-15, attend Camp...
  
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  At Camp Tommy… Youth, ages 15-17, participate in leadership development and skill building workshops as part of...
  
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- Featured Program
  
  Career Awareness Program
  
  The Career Awareness Program (CAP) is designed to help New York City adolescents understand the relationship between school and work and how to make positive choices that will impact their futures.
  
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- In the heart of the Hudson Valley
  
  Located in the Hudson Valley, The Fresh Air Fund’s Sharpe Reservation in Fishkill, NY, has over 2,000 acres of beautiful land with lakes, ponds, streams and hiking trails through the woods.
  
  Explore the reservation
  - About Sharpe Reservation
  - Rentals & Trips
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Surround yourself in The Fresh Air Fund experience and community by attending our events throughout the year. All proceeds benefit Fresh Air programs.

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The Fresh Air Fund unlocks the limitless potential of thousands of New York City children annually through transformative summer experiences and year-round programs, but we can’t do it without your help. Your donation today will help make summer last a lifetime for thousands of New York City children.

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September 01, 2024 Category: Our Impact

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