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The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp

Central Virginia · $75/week

A summer day camp offering a variety of activities including sports, arts, and educational enrichment.

▌ Editor's read The Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp is operated by The Salvation Army Central Virginia, as indicated by the website's URL and content. The camp offers both day and sleepaway options for children aged 6-12, with the day camp running from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and the sleepaway camp being a week-long experience at Camp Happyland. The cost for the day camp is listed as $75 per week. The website mentions activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, and character-building lessons. The Salvation Army Central Virginia has a Facebook page (SalvationArmyCentralVA) and an Instagram handle (@salvationarmycentralva). Google reviews for 'The Salvation Army Central Virginia' show a rating of 4.5 stars from 104 reviews, with comments often praising their community support. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, and no specific state license number or staff-to-camper ratio is provided on the website. The site does not explicitly mention background checks for staff.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Faith-based organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 2601 Hermitage Rd, Richmond, VA 23220
  • Phone: 804-359-9444
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Weekly camp fee: $75. One-time $15 summer camp registration fee. Based on 2025 information.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp

What ages does The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp accept?
The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp cost?
The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp publishes $75/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp?
The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp is operated by a faith-based organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp provide lunch?
Yes — The Salvation Army Central Virginia - Red Shield Youth Center Summer Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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