Summer Camp Scholarship Application

Thank you for your interest in Explorations V Children’s Museum Summer Camp!

Through the generosity of our sponsors, United Way of Central Florida and GiveWell Community Foundation, we have limited camp scholarships.  Each camp scholarship is valued at $1,500 and includes all 9 weeks of full camp costs, breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

STORYBOOK EXPLORERS – Ages 4* & 5 – *must turn 5 by Sept 1, 2021

Jr. EXPLORERS – Ages 5* – 6 – *must have completed kindergarten

Sr. EXPLORERS – Ages 7 – 10

In addition to this form, you must submit THREE attachments. You may either upload them to your form or mail.  The Museum’s mailing address is 109 N Kentucky Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33801.

ALL DOCUMENTATION MUST BE SUMITTED BY MAY 1, 2021

1. A separate application for each child.
2. A copy of your Free/Reduced Meals letter from your school (if currently attending school)
3. A copy of your child’s most recent report card/progress report/VPK assessment.
4. A letter of recommendation from your child’s classroom teacher on school letterhead.

• Scholarship awards will be made based on eligibility and completed scholarship application.
• A personal statement about your child’s camp experience is required at the end of camp.
• If awarded the parent/guardian agrees to allow the museum to evaluate.
• Scholarships are for daily camp; parent/guardians are responsible for transportation and a $50.00 commitment fee if scholarship is accepted.
• Scholarship families MUST participate in a one-day Financial Fitness for Families session at the museum before camp begins.