Everyone should have access to summer.

Team Up Summer Program Scholarships offer free and reduced cost access to high-quality summer programs for La Plata County students grades K-12.

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What is it?

Team Up provides full and partial scholarships in partnership with multiple summer youth programs in La Plata County to families who experience cost as a barrier to program participation or children who are disproportionately at risk of summer learning loss.

We understand that many working families may not qualify for most financial assistance programs, yet they can still face significant financial challenges. Our goal is to create opportunities that address these challenges and provide meaningful support to families in our community, regardless of household income.

How does it work?

Fill out the application form linked below to be connected with our program partners. If the programs you select have scholarship availability and your child(ren) qualify, organizations will reach out to you directly for enrollment. Please contact programs directly if you have specific questions about their summer programming.

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Before you apply, make sure to learn about our partner organizations below so you can choose the best program(s) for your child.

Partner Programs

Please note that each program has their own process for enrolling students and administering scholarships. Some organizations offer 100% free programming while others issue large discounts. After you apply through our form, you will be connected with our program partners based on scholarship availability. Please contact programs directly only if you have specific questions about their summer programming.

Camp Peak Energy is a week-long day camp for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 5-21.

A scholarship waives the tuition for Camp Peak Energy.
There is space remaining in camp week 2: June 16-20.
Contact: Liz Mora liz@thearcofswco.org
Website: https://thearcofswco.org/camp-peak-energy/

The Creative Music Conservatory is a unique music education experience for students 7-18. Students will develop their classical music fundamentals in large ensemble, small group sectionals and individual private lessons while also applying these techniques to a wide variety of musical styles.

Scholarships are flexible based on need; 9 total scholarships are available.
Dates: August 4 - 9
1 - 5 pm (half day): Ages 7 - 11
8 am - 5 pm (full day): Ages 12 - 18
Contact: Lech Usinowicz, befrankfoundation@gmail.com, 970.799.4303

Website: https://www.befrankfoundation.org/

Summer at the Club offers full-day youth development programming for grades 1 through 12. Summer programs run June - August, Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm.

Two free weeks or 8 days for each scholarship. 55 scholarships available.
Registration starts 4/1/2025 for June. Program starts June 2nd and runs through August, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm.
Contact: Sue Riley sue.riley@bgclaplata.org
Website: http://www.bgclaplata.org

We have five Team Up scholarships which will cover the full cost of our 8-week summer program for 5 children.
Our summer program is 8 weeks beginning June 9th and ending August 8th; Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm. Closed July 4-11.
Contact: Cassandra Sanchez, (970)563-2666, casanchez@southernute.gov
Website: https://www.bgcsu.org/

Our club offers evidence-based youth development programming for ages 6-18. We are located in Ignacio, CO.

Camp Creative in Ignacio offers one-week art camps for kids ages 5–12! Each fun-filled day includes arts & crafts, games, physical activities, and plenty of social time with friends. It’s the perfect mix of creativity, play, and friendship in a safe, supportive environment.

Full and partial scholarships are available and will be for one full week of camp.
All camps are held from 10am-3pm.
June 9th-13th
July 7th-11th
August 11th-15th
Registration opens April 1, 2025
Contact: Kasey Correia, 970-563-4600
Dancingspiritgallery@gmail.com
Website: http://dscac.org

The Hive DGO is a Youth Centered - Community Hub that strives to support journeys in self discovery for 8-16 year olds by providing a brave and inclusive space for under-resourced and underrepresented youth. Our mission is to empower those that dare to be different by facilitating creative expression and guidance in shaping future community leaders.

For 8-16 year olds, we are offering three varying summer camp experiences each with scholarship potential. Summer programs run from June 2 - August 1.
SK8 Camp: Skateboard creation and culture (Three 3-week sessions: Every Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm)
Expression Sessions: artistic expression with local artists (every Friday 9 am - 4 pm)
The Wild Hive: outdoor excursions around our local community (Tues/Thurs 9 am - 4 pm)
Registration launches at the end of March!
Contact: Kelsie Borland, Kelsie@hivedgo.org
Website: https://www.thehivedgo.org/summer-programs

Our summer programs welcome all youth in grades 6 through 12 to explore the local region by offering a variety of activities and learning new skills through mostly outdoor recreation. Our guiding principles are: culture and tradition, engagement with nature, experiential education, strength-based approach, service ethic, and connection building.

All of our programs are 100% free to youth in grades 6-12
June 9-14: 5-night, summer camp.
July: 12 days of day camps on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 10AM-5PM.
Contact: Caitlyn: 970.759.2011 or cgrandon@sococaa.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/S0cocaayouthservice/

LPYS is partnering with the LifeWays Conscious Wilderness Institute for our third year of wilderness mentorship for male and female teens 14 and up! We offer weekly mentorship across La Plata County plus a 6 day backpacking trip in the San Juan National Forest.

Participation in the Summer Wilderness Mentorship Program is entirely free for qualifying families. 25 scholarship slots will be reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Participants receive over 200 hours of direct therapeutic services from trained wilderness guides and mentors. Mentorship matches will begin April 15 and last through November 1 to support transitioning back to school in the fall.
LifeWays is a licensed travel-trip camp in the state of Colorado. All mentors and guides have over 300 professional days of wilderness experience and all guides receive weekly supervision to best support our participants. Our program is a fun and powerful way to set new goals, develop leadership skills, and safely explore the wilderness!
Weekly one-on-one mentorship sessions and group programs will begin in April and will last through November 1st.
We will have one overnight skills weekend for each cohort: June 7-8th (Male Cohort); June 14-15 (Female Cohort).
We will offer three backpacking courses throughout the summer. These backpacking courses will run: July 8-July 13; July 15-July 20 (Female Cohort); July 22-July 27.
Contact: Chris Brown, 970-317-5713 or Chris@lifewayscommunity.com
Website: https://lifewayscommunity.com/

Camp Discovery offers week long science camps for curious minds! We have science programming for students going in to 1st through 8th grades. Camps run 9 am - 3 pm Monday-Friday with optional extended care available.

Our Scholarship provides $300 off per camper registration.
Camps run weekly May 26-August 15, 9am-3pm each day.
Contact: Camp Coordinator Sarah Rogers, camps@powsci.org, (970) 259-9234 ext. 106
Website: https://powsci.org/

Social Emotional groups, mentorship, counseling, educational and fun programs, guardian support groups, and more for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth ages 5-24. Queer Scouts summer program.

All programs 100% free for youth, currently no limit on capacity.
Weekly programs starting at 4 on Mondays and Thursday , Time to A.C.T. Community project group 5:30-7 on Thursdays, Tea Time support group for gender expansive youth Wednesdays 4-6. Extra events are listed on Instagram from @rainbowyouthcenter.
Contact: Kat Pamplin, kat@rainbowyouthcenter.org, (970) 844-4337
Website: https://www.rainbowyouthcenter.org/

Sailing day camp at Lake Nighthorse serving ages 5-18 June to August.

Scholarship offers 50% off of camp, 10 spaces available.

Schedules vary according to program. Sessions offered M-Th, some Fridays June- August
Contact: Katie James, (970) 903-6036
Website: https://www.saildurango.com/

SJMA’s Junior Naturalist Field Camps offer immersive, hands-on outdoor adventures for rising first graders through high school, fostering a deep connection to nature through exploration, science, and outdoor skills. Led by experienced educators, our camps take place in stunning natural settings, where campers hike, learn essential skills, and discover the wonders of the Rocky Mountain ecosystem.

We anticipate awarding 20 need-based scholarships for our Junior Naturalist Field Camps and Adventure Camp programs, with the number of awarded spots varying based on demand and the specific camps selected by applicants.
9 weeks of camp sessions, each with a varying theme. Sessions start June 2 and run through Aug 9th (skipping the weeks of July 4th and the last two weeks of July).
Contact: Adriana Stimax, astimax@sjma.org
Website:
https://sjma.org/summercamps/

Planting seeds of creativity, self expression, and mindfulness through art. From mixed media to ceramics and Seed + Soil to our Seedling Playshops, Seed has quality enrichment camps for pre-K to teens.

Scholarships up to 75% off tuition are available.
Week-long camps start the first week of June and run through to start of school year.
Contact: Kim Adams, execdirector@seedstudioart.org
Website: https://www.seedstudioart.org/

“I feel so fortunate that we were able to use this scholarship to ensure that the kids had a summer where they were safe, spent time with peers, and enjoyed some new experiences.”

— 2024 Scholarship Parent

Summer fun awaits!

Click Here to Apply for a Summer Scholarship

“The funding allows us to bring in more teachers and provide higher quality materials. It especially helps get the word out about the different programs that are available in our area.”

— 2024 Partner Organization