At CampRamapo, we believe every child deserves the chance to grow, learn, and belong. Through adaptive camps, expert-led training, and year-round support, we create safe, inclusive spaces where children and young adults with developmental and emotional challenges can unlock their potential and build confidence for life.
Served Annually
Each Summer
Nationwide
Guided to Independence
Why Choose Us?
We know choosing the right support system for your child or program can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’ve built our approach around proven expertise, a truly inclusive community, and decades of measurable impact so you can feel confident that every aspect of our work is designed with your family’s needs at heart.
From our specialized training for staff to our nurturing camp environments, we combine professional rigor with genuine compassion to create experiences that empower growth, foster belonging, and leave a lasting, positive difference.
Elmwood Middle School
“Our suspension rate dropped by 75%, and teachers tell me the energy in the halls is transformed.”
Ramapo's Intervention: Over a nine-month partnership, we delivered 12 half-day workshops on restorative practices, plus on-site coaching for de-escalation. We helped the leadership team redesign their “Behavior Hall Pass” system into a “Reflection & Repair” room with trained Ramapo coaches.
Outcome: Office referrals fell by 60% within the first semester; suspensions plummeted to just five total by year’s end. Teachers report students are more willing to accept accountability, and the newly formed “Peace Circle” club has 30 student members.
Finding Her Voice: Maya’s Journey
“When Maya arrived, she barely spoke a sentence. Now she’s leading our cabin cheers!”
Background: At age 8, Maya struggled with selective mutism and anxiety. Social situations were overwhelming, and she often withdrew during group activities.
Ramapo Experience: Over two summers at our Overnight Camp, Maya was paired 1:1 with a counselor trained in gentle exposure techniques. From day one, they used “choice boards” to let Maya request simple activities. Each small success—painting a picture, joining a nature hike—was celebrated by the whole cabin.
Impact: By Week 3 of Camp Year 2, Maya stood up in front of 40 peers to lead the “Evening Song,” speaking clearly and confidently. Back home, her parents report she now answers questions in class and even auditioned for her school’s spring play.
Testimonial
My son came home from camp glowing every single day. He’s more confident, makes friends easily now, and can’t stop talking about the life skills he learned.
We’ve been part of weekend retreats for years, and each time I see stronger bonds form among the kids. My daughter talks nonstop about ‘her team’ and how safe and supported she feels.
As a parent of a child with anxiety, I was amazed at how quickly the staff built trust and helped her try new things. We’ve seen lasting changes at home, she’s more independent and proud of herself.
The training our daughter’s school received transformed her classroom experience. Her teacher now uses the Ramapo strategies, and she’s thriving both academically and socially.
Sending my teen to the Staff Assistant Experience was the best decision we ever made. He returned with real-world skills: budgeting, cooking, and even interviewing; and he’s brimming with self-esteem.
Active Fundraisers
Summer Campership Fund
Empowering more children with social and emotional challenges to experience our overnight camp through full and partial scholarship opportunities.
Sensory Learning Lab
Building a dedicated indoor space equipped with adaptive tools and calming zones to support neurodiverse learners’ social and cognitive growth.
Youth Leadership Retreat
Sponsoring weekend leadership and team-building retreats for middle and high school students, fostering collaboration, communication, and self-confidence.