The Karen Schilling Gould Campership Fund

Give a Child the Gift of Jewish Camp

Overnight camp changed my life.

It sparked my love of nature, taught me useful skills, boosted my confidence, and provided a safe, loving community.

Camp Tawonga has been a huge part of my daughter’s life, for many of the same reasons.

Since every child deserves to experience the joys of camp, I created the Karen Schilling-Gould Campership Fund at Camp Tawonga — a Jewish overnight camp in the Sierra Mountains. Each year, this fund helps send a child to camp who otherwise couldn’t afford it. I’d feel so grateful if you could share the joy with me, and make a donation to my campership fund.

Why Now

At a time when antisemitism continues to rise across the country and the world, Jewish children need spaces where they feel safe, seen, and proud of who they are. Camp Tawonga provides exactly that — a joyful, inclusive community where kids can explore their Jewish identity, connect to nature, and build lifelong friendships rooted in kindness, belonging, and love.

Your gift ensures that no child misses out on experiencing the joy and support of camp.