• Gifts of Cash: The CARES Act allows taxpayers who take the standard deduction to make up to $300 of charitable contributions to qualified charities. Itemizers can deduct up to 100% of adjusted gross income. As of now, this only applies to 2020.
• Stock or Securities: Make a gift of stock or securities to Agassiz Village and avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation of your stock. Please call Lisa Carter, Executive Director, at 781-860-0200 ext.1006 to make your stock gift.
• Individual Retirement Account: If you or a family member are 70½ or older with an individual retirement account (IRA), you can make a tax-free gift to Agassiz Village directly from your IRA. This is called a qualified charitable distribution. Through the SECURE Act you can transfer any amount up to $100,000 per year directly to a qualified charitable organization without paying income tax on the distribution.
• Donor-Advised Funds: Give through your donor-advised fund to maximize your impact. Your fund sponsor handles all record-keeping, disbursements, and tax receipts.
2027 SUMMER SESSION DATES
SESSION 1: Sunday, June 27 - Wednesday, July 7
SESSION 2: Sunday, July 11 - Wednesday, July 21
SESSION 3: Sunday, July 26 - Wednesday, August 4
Overnight Summer Camp (Ages 8-13)
Campers spend 11 days immersed in a safe, supportive community where they build life skills through hands‐on activities — hiking, swimming, canoeing, ropes course, arts, sports, and more. They receive housing, transportation, nutritious meals, and guidance from trained staff who help them grow in confidence, connection, and resilience.
iThrive Overnight Summer Camp (Ages 14-17)
More than 150 teens participated in our leadership program, developing character, teamwork, positive decision‐making, and community responsibility. Teens explore interests, set goals, practice leadership, and serve as role models for younger campers.
Camp Costs & Financial Assistance
At Agassiz Village, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience camp, regardless of a family's financial circumstances.
The true cost of providing an 11-day camp experience is approximately $3,200 per camper. This includes transportation, meals, lodging, activities, trained staff, healthcare, and the year-round support systems that help make camp a safe, transformative experience.
$3,200 per camper per session
Thanks to the generosity of donors, foundations, corporations, and community partners, most families pay only a small fraction of the actual cost. Depending on household income, scholarships may cover 80% to 100% of camp fees, with many campers attending at little or no cost to their families.
Scholorships Support 80-100% of Costs
How Financial Assistance Works
Families with the greatest financial need may qualify for scholarships covering 80% to 100% of camp costs, with some campers attending completely free of charge. Every year, Agassiz Village raises substantial scholarship support so that children from underserved communities can participate in life-changing camp experiences. We encourage all families to apply, regardless of their financial situation. Our team will work with you to determine the level of assistance available and identify the most affordable path to camp.
For questions about tuition or financial assistance, please contact our team at 781-860-0200.
Our Campus
400 Acres and two miles of waterfront on Thompson Lake
Free Transportation
Transportation provided from locations in Massachusetts and Maine
