Joan and Ben Zinbarg
Camp Scholarship Program

Joan and Ben Zinbarg Camp Scholarship Program

Research has shown that attending a Jewish summer camp helps to strengthen a youngsters’ long-term Jewish identity and involvement in the Jewish community. Unfortunately, summer camp is a luxury for many families in our area.

The Joan and Ben Zinbarg Camp – Schoke Jewish Family Service Scholarship Fund was established to make summer camp a reality. Financial assistance is available for eligible families from Stamford, Westport, Bridgeport, and Upper Fairfield County who are looking for rewarding Jewish summer experiences for their children.

Who We Serve

  • Jewish youngsters living in the Stamford, Westport, Bridgeport, and Upper Fairfield County area.
  • Children must be entering first grade or above in September of the year they will attend camp.
How We Help
  • Scholarships are awarded based on a financial assessment of need, after any subsidies, discounts, and other scholarships have been considered.
How To Apply
  • Applications are available January 2, 2019.
  • The deadline for submitted applications is March 15, 2019.
  • Families must request an application from Maria McNulty at 203-921-4161 or mmcnulty@ctjfs.org.
  • All applications are kept strictly confidential.
How To Help

If you would like to support the Joan and Ben Zinbarg – Schoke Jewish Family Service Camp Scholarship Fund click the link below.

Support the Camp Scholarship Program

The Joan and Ben Zinbarg – Schoke Jewish Family Service Camp Scholarship Fund is supported by the Zinbarg Family, the United Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford, New Canaan, and Darien, and the Louis J. Kuriansky Foundation.

Contact Us

If you would like more information about the Joan and Ben Zinbarg Camp Scholarship Fund please contact Maria McNulty at 203-921-4161 or

mmcnulty@ctjfs.org