American Camp Association - Illinois
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AMERICAN  CAMP  ASSOCIATION,  ILLINOIS

The American Camp Association, Illinois is nearly 288,600 people—members, volunteers, campers, professionals, friends—who believe that camp has the power to transform lives, provide fundamental services for children and families, and disrupt the effects of poverty. 

Camp is a life-changing experience. Whether you’re a young person attending camp, a staff member, camp director or an adult who went to camp as a child; camp is essential to Illinois and it has the power to change lives!

WHO  WE  ARE

​The American Camp Association, Illinois (ACA Illinois) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that operates from a service learning, or community engagement, model. Embracing experiential education and a style of learning that incorporates action and reflection, ACA Illinois provides opportunities for:

  • Children to access camp through various funding programs;
  • Camp Professionals to grow and strengthen their skills, knowledge and community resources; and 
  • Exclusive Association Membership through a local and national accreditation program. 

OUR  VISION

​Enriching lives, changing the world.

our  impact

In Illinois:
  • 420,000 youth experienced day/overnight camp each year.
  • 33% of camps serve children from economically disadvantaged households.
  • 25% of camps provide substantial services for individuals with special needs.
  • 35,325 seasonal and part-time people are employed each summer (June-August).
  • 2,490 individuals are employed by camp agencies year round.
  • 8,635 youth from economically disadvantaged backgrounds attended summer camp in 2019.

​Illinois Camps report that:
  • 84% of individuals who attend camp have an increased ability to establish positive relationships with adults.
  • 82% of campers increase their ability to positively interact with peers.
  • 84% of campers increase their ability to function independently.
  • 82% of campers acquire positive values thanks to their camp experience.

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American  Camp  ASSOCIATION,  illinois

5 S Wabash Ave, Suite 1406
Chicago, IL 60603 - 3104


Phone: 312-332-0833
Email: info@acail.org


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  • About Us
    • Our Story
    • Staff Team
    • Board Members & Volunteers
    • Award Honorees
    • Why Camp is Essential to Illinois
  • What We Do
    • Accreditation
    • DFI Title XX >
      • 2022 Camp Referrals for DFI Title XX
    • Send a Child to Camp
    • Top 5 Reasons to Send Your Child to Camp
  • Join Us
    • Group Membership
    • Individual Membership
    • Why Accreditation?
    • 4 Reasons to Be Accredited
    • Services Portal
  • Learn & Tools
    • Professional Development & Training
    • Upcoming Events
    • Resources for Individuals and Families
    • ACA & COVID-19
  • Get Involved
    • Make a Donation
    • Find a Camp
    • Employment & Volunteer Opportunities
    • Become a Sponsor or Community Partner
  • Connect
    • Events & Training Calendar
    • Contact Us
    • Blog: In the Loop