Camp Kindness

General information

2024 Camp Kindness Dates & Information

Camp Kindness is an educational camp designed for children ages 7-9, 10-12, and 13-15 interested in learning about animal welfare and becoming future pet owners. During our camp sessions, children learn about proper pet care, pet safety, pet interaction and how these topics relate to the Sacramento community. Some examples of camp activities include shelter pet socialization, dog body language lesson, crafting, and educational presentations from different Sacramento SPCA departments and outside organizations. This camp involves a lot of hands-on activities, team collaboration, and crafts.

Help Us Set up Your Kids for Success!

Ensuring the safety of both the humans and animals visiting the shelter is our number one priority during Camp Kindness. To provide the best experience for the kids and animals in our care, we ask that parents inform our Humane Education staff in advance about any special accommodations (physical, behavioral and sensory) your child needs to ensure positive human and animal interactions. 

Camp Kindness Registration Costs & Upcoming Sessions

Type of Camp Cost per Child/Registration
Summer Camp Kindness (3 days) $350
Date Time  Ages Register Below 
6/17/24 – 6/19/24 9:00am-2:00pm 7-9 Reg opens 4/23/24
6/24/24 – 6/26/24 9:00am-2:00pm 10-12 Reg opens 4/23/24
7/8/24 – 7/10/24 9:00am-2:00pm 7-9 Reg opens 4/23/24
7/15/24 – 7/17/24 9:00am-2:00pm 10-12 Reg opens 4/23/24
7/29/24 – 7/31/24 9:00am-2:00pm 7-9 Reg opens 4/23/24
8/5/24 – 8/7/24 9:00am-2:00pm 10-12 Reg opens 4/23/24
8/12/24 – 8/14/24 9:00am-2:00pm 13-15 Reg opens 4/23/24

Scholarships

Scholarships will be available to those who qualify through the Energy Assistance Program Rate (EAPR) by SMUD or California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) by PG&E (must provide copy of current utility bill with name & address) or proof of participation in CalFresh, EBT, or parent’s enrollment in Medi-Cal.

Scholarship applications for summer camp will open on April 23, 2024 at which time a link will go live to complete your child’s application.