Camp Harbor View

Camp Harbor View serves over 1,000 young Boston residents and their families annually with free summer camp for students in grades 6-8, year-round leadership development for students in grades 9-12, and all-encompassing family services, including college and career planning, scholarships, clinical support, and resource coordination. We also initiate targeted pilot programmes like guaranteed income and holiday assistance to meet the immediate needs of families in the Boston area. Our efforts are dedicated to opening up doors for some of Boston's forgotten communities. We are persuaded that partnering with the families in our study will overcome the structural barriers to equality and help close the educational and economic disparities. We are committed to creating a board and staff that reflects the individuals and communities we serve.

Camp Harbor View receives exceptional reviews, with many parents and former campers praising its leadership program for Boston’s youth. Parents report that their children form meaningful relationships with camp leaders and develop important skills that help them grow both as individuals and community members. The camp also helps with children’s transitions from summer camp programs to year-round family-friendly activities. Participants participate in parent nights together and are encouraged to learn life skills such as cooking and leadership skills. Families from all income levels are unsure what to expect, with some emphasizing the camp’s affordability. One person wrote that, as a camper, I felt a strong bond with the staff, a feeling that's only grown since I started working there. Camp Harbor View is a wonderful opportunity for both campers.” The content of the reviews is mainly positive, with numerous parents and former campers recommending it as a safe and productive environment. The camp also receives positive ratings regarding activities that engage campers in various capacities.