American Camp Association

This week at ACA! Learn more about all upcoming events. https://bit.ly/3zBr6Zj

This blog in support of Project Real Job explains how streamlining your candidates' application experience will give you a competitive edge and the best chance to land sought-after talent. https://bit.ly/4hTfS3x

On November 15, 2024, the US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas granted a motion for summary judgment, ruling that the US Department of Labor's (DOL) 2024 Rule — which would have raised the minimum salary threshold for white-collar employees to qualify for overtime exempt status nationwide — is legally invalid. https://bit.ly/3Zf4qYI

Join us for Camp Includes Me, a welcoming space for allies and individuals eager to support and learn about diversity, belonging, inclusion, equity, access, and more. https://bit.ly/3V35mg6

We are excited to have you join us for four-plus days of quality learning designed to boost your professional development. Learn about session tracks, the conference schedule, educational sessions, keynote speakers, networking, and more in the downloadable program preview. Register by December 16 to receive the best rate and save up to $100. ACA members enjoy a deep discount on registration rates, so become a member and save even more. https://bit.ly/4fxZDap

The Camp Soles $30,000 Yodel Challenge is here for #GivingTuesday 2024! If we hit 130 donors giving $30, 30 new donors, and 15 new monthly donors, we can unlock up to $30,000 in challenge dollars. Please save the date and make your annual gift December 3! https://bit.ly/3YV17EQ

Brimming with critical education, actionable knowledge, and practical information about the grant application process, this event will help camps build an understanding of character development and the Character at Camp initiative. Make sure to register for the event for access to valuable recordings. https://bit.ly/4i7T14u

November 21 - The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a five-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and noncrisis situations. https://bit.ly/4ftVX9W

For camps seeking financial assistance to enhance their camp security, the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has upcoming informational webinars about the Nonprofit Security Grant Program — National Security Supplemental. https://bit.ly/4eqWbx4

In honor of Indigenous Peoples Heritage Month, throughout November get free access to the recorded webinar Camp Culture or Cultural Appropriation? Identifying Indigenous Erasure and Stereotypes to Reduce Harm. https://bit.ly/4fLeiPc