Jewish Camp Innovation Challenge – Foundation for Jewish Camp

The Innovation Challenge will take part in three stages:

Stage 1: Application/Mini-Plan  (June 30-July 19)

Teams will apply with an idea. Applications will be reviewed and up to 8 teams will be selected to move into Stage 2 and remain eligible for funding and mentorship. Teams must have representation from at least 2 camps in the FJC network; representatives may include camp professionals or lay leaders.

Stage 2: The Workshop (Eligible for innovation training and mentoring) (August 3-28)

The teams selected to move into the next round will be matched with a mentor to support their progress over the next 6 weeks. Eligibility to participate in Demo Day and move into Stage 3 is dependent on full participation in the workshops.

The teams will each present during Demo Day, a public event where they will share their work, look for future support, and indicate how others could be involved. 

There may be opportunities for individuals or teams who submitted applications, but were not selected for Stage 2 to participate in innovation workshops if interested.

Stage 3: Release to Field (October-December)

Up to 3 teams will be selected to move into the final stage of the innovation challenge, receiving a grant for up to $10,000 of financial support to pilot, launch, and market their idea. Each team selected for Stage 3 will be matched with a point person at FJC for additional support.