The U.S. Bank Scholars Fund

Update: All 2025 U.S. Bank Summer Camp Scholarships have currently been awarded. The application is now closed.

Thanks to the generous support of U.S. Bank, The New Children’s Museum is pleased to offer U.S. Bank Scholars Summer Camp Scholarships for the upcoming summer season! These scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to families who qualify based on financial need.

Each scholarship covers camp registration and week-long lunch costs, ensuring more children in San Diego have access to our enriching, hands-on summer camp experiences. Families are responsible for providing daily transportation to and from the Museum.

Apply today and give your child the opportunity to create, explore, and play this summer!

How to Apply

Update: All 2025 U.S. Bank Summer Camp Scholarships have currently been awarded. The application is now closed.

  • Prior to submitting your application, be sure to check your eligibility. The New Children’s Museum follows gross income eligibility guidelines established for the Federal Free & Reduced Lunch program. To check your eligibility, please refer to the outline chart located here.
  • If eligible, please fill out the online application.
  • Accepted scholarship recipients will be contacted via email with more information to finalize their registration. Due to a historically high volume of applications, please allow up to 14 days for a response.

Summer Camp Scholarships are made possible by

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