about us
Jewish Camps for Multifaith Families (JCMF) was founded in 2025 by Camp Ben Frankel and Camp Chi with the backing of the Foundation for Jewish Camp and in partnership with 18 Doors. JCMF’s vision is to make overnight Jewish summer camps more welcoming and inclusive for multifaith and interfaith families
Our vision: For every multifaith family, an inclusive Jewish camp to attend
Our mission: To serve as a collaborative alliance of Jewish camps dedicated to developing and sharing innovative best practices, resources, and training that ensure the successful recruitment, inclusion, and retention of interfaith families.
for every multifaith family, an inclusive jewish camp to attend
Why Choose a Jewish Camp for Multifaith families?
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Our members are intentional communities committed to inclusion, belonging, and thoughtful engagement with multifaith and interfaith families. Families can trust that staff are trained to understand and support the diverse background and experiences represented in today’s Jewish communities.
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Sending your child to a member camp means giving them access to an environment that celebrates their full story. They’ll discover the joy of Jewish camp: songs, friendships, nature, and vibrant Jewish community, without barriers or assumptions, and with the confidence that they are fully welcomed. Member camps helps your child build lasting connections to Jewish peers and traditions in a way that feels authentic, inclusive, and empowering
Member camps receive guidance and support to ensure their programs, staff training, and communication are designed with multifaith families in mind. Each member camp has participated in training with 18Doors, the national leader in working with people in multifaith and interfaith relationships to engage in Jewish life and encouraging Jewish communities to welcome them.
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Founding camps
Camp Ben Frankel is an inclusive, pluralist Jewish community located in the Shawnee Forest in Southern IL. Our vision is “for every Jewish child, a place to belong,” and we proudly welcome campers from all backgrounds into our camp family. We serve campers ages 7-17, offering a range of sessions, from 5 days to 7 weeks. Campers choose their activities from 100+ options, allowing them to explore their interests in a safe and empowering environment.
info@campbenfrankel.org
Camp Chi has been a leader in the camping field for over 100 years. Located in the Wisconsin Dells, Camp Chi servers campers ages 7-15. Our large campus allows us to offer a wide range of activities that encourage skill-building and exploration. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community that welcomes campers and families of all backgrounds and abilities. Our goal is to create unforgettable summer and provide a home for life.
info@campchi.com
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