Camperships are provided to young people during the summer months for recreational, physical fitness and social development. ULEM subsidizes up to 50% of the fee for 20-25 youth to attend a two-week session at Camp Atwater in New Brookfield, Massachusetts. Camp Atwater is the nation's oldest African-American summer camp owned and operated by the Urban League of Springfield in Springfield, Massachusetts. The mission of Camp Atwater is to assist in the academic and social aspects of the youth’s growth and development by offering a quality residential camp experience within a safe, nurturing and afrocentric environment away from distractions.

Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts, in partnership with Urban League of Springfield announces its recruitment of campers for Camp Atwater this summer.

Available Sessions

Campers who register for Camp Atwater through the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts pay a tuition of $1200.00 per 2 week session.

Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts also offers full and partial scholarships. Scholarships are on a first come first served basis. To be eligible for a scholarship you must adhere to the following:

• Submit a payment in the amount of $60 for each camper. This is a non-refundable registration fee payable to the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts
• Show proof of income and/statement of need
• Attend the Camp Atwater Orientaion

Camp Atwater Orientations

Camp Atwater and Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts staff will be on hand to introduce the camp and answer any questions. Applications and scholarship forms will also be available at the orientation.

Refreshments will be served!!

Save the Date! Kindly R.S.V.P. with Marsha Croxen at 617.442.4519 ext. 220 or via email