Enchanted Hills Camper Financial Support & Scholarships

 

At Enchanted Hills Camp (EHC), we believe camp should be accessible—not just meaningful. We are deeply committed to ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent individuals and families from participating in our programs.

We understand that cost can be a barrier, and scholarships and financial support through grants are available. Our goal is simple: to work collaboratively with individuals and families to make camp possible.

Program Fees

The following program fees reflect the true cost of operating Enchanted Hills Camp programs, including staffing, food, lodging, medical support, and year-round facility upkeep.

Session TypeProgram Fee
Adult Camps

(Adult Camp, Adults with Additional Disabilities, Adult Maker Camp)

$2,500
Youth Camp$2,500
Teen Camp$5,000
Family Camp (per person)$1,000

 

How the Registration & Financial Support Process Works

To help set clear expectations, below is a high-level overview of how camp registration and financial support work together:

 

  1. Start on the Camp Sessions Page:
    •  Registration begins on the Enchanted Hills Camp Sessions page, where you can explore available programs.
  2. Complete and Submit a Session-Specific Application
    • Each session has its own camp application.
    • Once submitted, you will land on a payment page
      1. If you are able to pay the program fees in full, proceed with payment.
      2. If you would like to discuss financial support options with the Camp Team, close the payment page and email ehc@lighthouse-sf.org. Your application has already been received.
  3. Contact the Camp Team
    • Send a message to the camp team to request financial support.
    • The camp team will review camper applications and determine what grant funding or scholarship support LightHouse is able to offer.
  4. Notification of Award:
    • Once funding determinations are made, applicants are notified.
      1. If full funding is awarded, no payment is required.
      2. If partial funding is awarded, applicants receive a discount code and a link to the payment portal to complete registration.

Our Scholarship Commitment

Beyond applicable grants that may cover the cost of camp entirely we offer scholarships on a sliding-scale model based on household income. Scholarship awards are need based using the Federal Poverty Guidelines (FPL) and are designed to support equitable access across a wide range of financial circumstances. If your household falls within—or near—these guidelines, we strongly encourage you to apply. Many campers do not pay the full program fee. Scholarships and outside funding sources significantly reduce or fully cover costs for many participants. Our goal is not to disqualify individuals and families, but to partner with you to make camp possible.

 

Scholarship Levels

Household Income (% of FPL)Scholarship LevelParticipant Pays
0%–100%Full Scholarship0%
100%–150%75% Scholarship25%
150%–175%50% Scholarship50%
175%–200%25% Scholarship75%
Above 200%No Scholarship100%

 

2026 Federal Poverty Guidelines (Reference)

These figures are used as a reference point when determining scholarship eligibility.

 

Household SizeAnnual Income
1$63,840
2$86,560
3$109,280
4$132,000
5$154,720
6$177,440
7$200,160
8$222,880
Each additional person+$22,720

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Questions?

We know financial planning can feel overwhelming, and we’re here to help.If you have questions about program fees, scholarships, or outside funding options, please contact the Enchanted Hills Camp team:

 

Email: ehc@lighthouse-sf.org
Phone: (415) 694-7372

 

We’re happy to talk through options and help you find a path to camp.

Resources for Additional Funding Options:

Regional Center Support

For some campers, Regional Center funding may help cover the cost of camp and social recreation services.

Who May Qualify

  • Individuals who are active Regional Center consumers
  • Individuals with developmental disabilities whose goals are documented in an:
    • Individual Program Plan (IPP), or
    • Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP)

What Regional Centers May Fund

  • Social recreation activities
  • Camping programs
  • Non-medical services that support:
    • Social development
    • Independence
    • Community inclusion

How to Request Regional Center Funding

  1. Contact your Service Coordinator to discuss camp or social recreation support.
  2. Request an IPP or IFSP meeting if camp is not already included.
  3. Be prepared to explain how camp supports specific goals (e.g., social skills, independence, self-advocacy).
  4. Share program details such as dates, cost, and a brief description of camp activities.
  5. Ask about participant-directed services if direct vendor payment is not available.

Helpful Tips

  • Tie camp participation to specific IPP or IFSP goals.
  • Bring written materials such as a camp flyer or this webpage.
  • Follow up in writing if a meeting is not scheduled.
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