2026 Summer Camps
Registration is Now Open!
Camp full? Contact programs@jacobschance.org to be added to the waitlist!
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All campers and volunteers are invited to a pre-camp ice cream social on Wednesday, June 3rd from 6:30-7:30pm at Westover Hills UMC (1705 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA 23225). Volunteers will arrive early for a training from 4:45-6:30pm.
Sports Camp
Campers will participate in a variety of engaging sports activities focused on skill-building, socialization, healthy lifestyles, and overall well-being. Examples of sports include volleyball, soccer, pickleball, kickball, and basketball. Jacob's Chance utilizes the buddy system to encourage socialization and ensure each camper is able to participate to their maximum potential. Our “Buddy Ball Olympics” theme returns for a week centered on teamwork, fun, and friendly competition, ending with a special medal ceremony that celebrates each camper's unique accomplishments.
Date: June 15th-18th (Mon-Thurs)
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Times:
Ages 8-19 | 9:30a-12p - FULL
Ages 20-40 | 1:30p-4p - FULL
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Location:
Tuckahoe Middle School (Mon-Wed)
(9000 Three Chopt Rd, Richmond, VA 23229)
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Richmond Volleyball Club Byrdhill (Thurs)
(2921 Byrdhill Rd, Richmond, VA 23228)​
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Cost: $125
(financial assistance always available)
Culinary Arts Camp
Campers will participate in a variety of enriching culinary arts-based activities that are focused on creativity, skill-building, socialization, and positive self-image. Jacob's Chance utilizes the buddy system to encourage socialization and ensure each camper is able to participate to their maximum potential.
Date: June 29th-July 2nd (Mon-Thurs)
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Times:
Ages 10-19 | 9:30a-12p - FULL
Ages 20-40 | 1:30p-4p - FULL
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Location: Hope Church Lodge
(12445 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23238)
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Cost: $150
​(financial assistance always available)
Arts Camp
Campers will participate in a variety of enriching arts-based activities that are focused on positive self-image, socialization, and creativity. Jacob's Chance utilizes the buddy system to encourage socialization and ensure each camper is able to participate to their maximum potential. This year's theme is "Out of This World!"
Date: July 13th-16th (Mon-Thurs)
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Times:
Ages 10-19 | 9:30a-12p
Ages 20-40 | 1:30p-4p - FULL
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Location: St. Joseph's Villa
(8000 Brook Road Richmond, VA 23227)
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Cost: $125
(financial assistance always available)
Explore RVA Camp
Campers will participate in a field-trip based camp exploring a different accessible attraction in Richmond each day. Jacob's Chance utilizes the buddy system to encourage socialization and ensure each camper is able to participate to their maximum potential. This year's attractions include Artist Alley, the Science Museum of Virginia, and so much more!
Date: July 27th-31st (Mon-Fri)
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Time:
Ages 10-40 | 10:00a-12:00p - FULL
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Location: Various
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Cost: $150
(financial assistance always available)