what is the dfi title program?
The DFI Title XX Camping Services Program works to break the cycle of poverty by providing camp opportunities to Illinois youth from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
how does the program work?
The American Camp Association, Illinois (ACA Illinois) is contracted with the State of Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and purchases the camp services for eligible campers from local day and resident camps. IDHS and camps/agencies provide a "funding match", greatly subsidizing the actual cost of camp to campers and the American Camp Association (ACA), Illinois.
cost & camper eligibility
Campers and their families are not charged for any of camp services funded under DFI Title XX Program; including deposits, transportation, spending money, T-shirts, craft items, horseback riding, field trips, etc.
Campers receiving funding through the DFI Title XX Program must reside in the state of Illinois and qualify for one of the following:
Campers receiving funding through the DFI Title XX Program must reside in the state of Illinois and qualify for one of the following:
- Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF),
- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), or
- Medicaid.
camp eligibility requirements to participate
ACA, Illinois determines camp/agency eligibility in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Human Services. To ensure eligibility, each camp is required to complete an intensive application process in order to provide safe and quality youth-driven programs.
Camp Referral form process
Please complete the 2021 Camp Referral Form to share more information about your child(ren) so that we can make a referral that will best fit their needs! We will do our best to connect your camper with a camp, but we cannot guarantee a match.
Once you complete the application via phone or online, one of our Camp Advocates will process your application, and connect with you regarding a referral and camp match as soon as possible.
To complete the application, complete the form below, or call us at: 1-866-543-2267.
Once you complete the application via phone or online, one of our Camp Advocates will process your application, and connect with you regarding a referral and camp match as soon as possible.
To complete the application, complete the form below, or call us at: 1-866-543-2267.
questions?
Contact one of our Camp Advocates at 1-866-543-2267 or findacamp@acail.org for more info, to complete the application, or questions, about the DFI Title XX Program. You can also check out the additional resources below:!