Camp Scholarships

Since 2018, TOPP has awarded thirty-one camp scholarships, giving children and teens with type 1 diabetes (T1D) the chance to connect, grow, and have a blast!

We believe every child deserves to experience the joy of overnight summer camp. That's why we offer financial aid scholarships for Camp Freedom and Camp Nejeda to local children and teens living with T1D.

We know attending overnight camp can be challenging for kids with T1D due to the need for 24-hour medical attention. Camp Freedom and Camp Nejeda provide the necessary medical care and offer a unique opportunity for children to spend time with peers and staff who understand and share the challenges of living with T1D. This supportive community helps them realize they are not alone in their journey.

Overnight diabetes camp can be a transformative experience for kids with T1D. Not only do they get to enjoy all the excitement and adventure of a traditional summer camp, but they also do so in a safe environment designed to support their medical needs. At camp, kids can develop social skills and independence while building self-esteem and confidence. They learn to manage their diabetes more effectively and embrace a positive outlook on life with a chronic condition. For many children and teens, the friendships they form at camp last a lifetime, and the experiences they have inspire them to return year after year. Some even go on to become counselors, helping others navigate their T1D journey.

Because experts are onsite 24 hours a day to provide medical care, diabetes camp is often the first-time parents feel comfortable leaving their child in a place away from home. Knowing their child will be in a safe environment allows parents and caregivers a much-needed break from diabetes-related worries.

Unfortunately, sending a child to diabetes camp can be an additional financial hardship for families. To help with the cost of tuition, the TOPP Foundation will be awarding a limited number of $500 scholarships for Camp Freedom and Camp Nejeda to children and teens from Bucks County, Montgomery County, and Philadelphia County, PA. This is a lottery scholarship. Eligible applicants will be entered into a lottery drawing and have an equal chance of winning.

The application window opens on February 15th, and the deadline to apply is April 30th, 2025.