Thrive & Succeed
The Bowery Mission's Children's Programs empower children to Thrive & Succeed through opportunities for leadership, skill building and personal growth. Year-round opportunities through Mont Lawn City Camp traditionally culminate in an unforgettable weeklong experience at our 200-acre summer camp in the Poconos Region of Pennsylvania.
Mont Lawn City Camp
Located in the South Bronx neighborhood, The Bowery Mission's Mont Lawn City Camp was started as a direct response to community needs for more enrichment activities and one-on-one mentoring for children ages 6-16. Caring adult staff and mentors provide year-round guidance and support, broadening children's horizons and changing their life direction through activities, classes and practical help for their families. Children step forward on the path towards social and emotional success.
Programs include:
Athletics
A variety of athletic activities and teams, including soccer, basketball and track
Reading & Writing
Book reading and discussion, reading comprehension, creative writing and more
Mentoring
Our leadership development program, Leadership Academy, matches volunteer mentors with students
Health
Classes on healthy eating, grocery shopping, recipes and making meals
Arts
Classes including painting, collage, drawing and theater
Summer Camp
City Camp activities culminate in a summer experience for youth at our camp in Pennsylvania's Poconos Region.
Follow Mont Lawn City Camp on Social Media
Learn more about the year-round support offered to children and families by following @montlawncitycamp.
Obtenga más información sobre el apoyo durante todo el año que se les ofrece a los niños y las familias siguiendo @montlawncitycamp.
Mont Lawn Summer Camp
Mont Lawn Summer Camp's history stretches back to 1894, when The Bowery Mission first invited 3,000 children from the Lower East Side for a week of outdoor adventure away from the busy city. Now, our year-round campers traditionally join hundreds more for a week in the beautiful Poconos Region of Pennsylvania. At camp, children and youth experience a week of refreshment and growth — an unforgettable, life-changing experience.
Follow Mont Lawn Camp on Social Media
See updates about our summer program and stay connected with @montlawncamp.
Vea las actualizaciones sobre nuestro programa de verano y manténgase conectado con @montlawncamp.
Last Year, We Served:
120
children & youth served through Mont Lawn City Camp
379
children & youth served at our summer camp in the Pocono Region of Pennsylvania
Mont Lawn Camp 2025 — Grace!
Mont Lawn Camp 2025 is here — and this year’s theme is GRACE! Come join us this summer in the Poconos Region of Pennsylvania, as we learn how God’s free gift of Grace saves us, strengthens us, protects us, and provides for us! From June 23 through July 19, campers will enjoy an enriching camp experience, in a fun and safe environment.
Enroll your camper
Learn more about why your child should come to Mont Lawn Camp and enroll today!
¡Aprenda más sobre por qué su hijo/a debería venir a Mont Lawn Camp e inscríbelo/a hoy!
Join the summer staff team
Our staff are a vital part of the camp experience for the New York City families we serve. Learn about positions and apply today.
Nuestro personal es una parte vital de la experiencia de campamento para las familias de la ciudad de Nueva York a las que servimos. Aprende más sobre las posiciones y aplice hoy.