Camp Barney Medintz

What Camp Barney Medintz does

Camp Barney Medintz is a nonprofit Jewish overnight summer camp owned and operated by the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) since 1963, serving approximately 700 campers each summer on a 540-acre purpose-built facility in Cleveland, Georgia (North Georgia mountains), with year-round administrative operations based in Dunwoody, Georgia. The camp runs a tiered program structure serving rising 1st through 11th grade campers (Discovery Day, 1-week CBM Experience, 2-week Kochavim sessions, 4-week youth and teen sessions, and a 4-week JIT leadership program), plus the nationally recognized Chalutzim special-needs program (ages 10-24, established 1992) and a newly launched CBM Puppy Program. The facility includes 60 camper cabins, two private lakes, two pools, an equestrian center, high ropes courses, the Billi and Bernie Marcus Health Center, the kosher Alterman Lodge dining hall, and the Zaban Chapel. Operations are supported by 300+ seasonal staff, approximately 80% of whom are returning staff or former campers.

The camp's revenue model is dominated by camper tuition with tiered pricing ranging from $1,165 for the 1-week CBM Experience to $7,455 for the 4-week JIT community-rate tier, supplemented by ancillary fees (canteen, security, transportation at $150 each direction), facility rentals during the off-season, donations from alumni and families processed through MJCCA, and grant funding from partners including the Foundation for Jewish Camp (One Happy Camper and Yedid Nefesh grants), the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, and PJ Library. Distribution is primarily direct via the campbarney.org website and CampInTouch/CampMinder-powered Camp Account portal, with marketing driven by MJCCA network referrals, word-of-mouth within the Jewish community, virtual and in-person tours, alumni engagement, and presence across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Spotify.

Technology infrastructure is intentionally thin: the core operational backbone is the third-party CampInTouch/CampMinder platform handling registration, accounts, forms, and email; the Campanion platform adds facial-recognition photo management; Campaign Monitor handles email marketing; and integrations include True Pharmacy for medication management, IFL for luggage shipping, and Label Daddy for apparel. Notable proprietary operational features are the kosher dining operation (nut-free, 18,000 sq ft), the Community Care team with licensed therapists and sensory rooms, and the specialized Chalutzim inclusion program, which collectively form a defensible experiential and community moat rather than a technology moat.

Name

Camp Barney Medintz

Legal name

Camp Barney Medintz

Website

https://campbarney.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Camp Barney Medintz is a nonprofit Jewish overnight summer camp, operated since 1963 by the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta on a 540-acre facility in Cleveland, Georgia, serving approximately 700 campers (grades 1-11) per summer through tiered residential programs, plus the nationally recognized Chalutzim special-needs program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Children's Summer Camp

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Group Camping & Scout Camps (THAGAOAI)

Keywords

• Overnight summer camp
• Jewish summer camp
• Youth residential programs
• Special needs camping
• Children summer sessions

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Camper Tuition: Primary revenue from summer camp session tuition fees. Fees vary by session length (1-week, 2-week, 4-week), camper grade level, and membership status (MJCCA member, other JCC member, community). Additional fees include canteen fee ($190 for 4 weeks, $95 for 2 weeks) and security fee ($140 for 4 weeks, $70 for 2 weeks).
2. Donations and Grants: Camp Barney relies on alumni, families, and community supporters for donations to keep the program thriving. The MJCCA manages donation processing.
3. One Happy Camper Grants: Partnership with Foundation for Jewish Camp to provide grant incentives. Atlanta families can receive $1,500 for 19+ days or $1,000 for 12+ days. Second-year campers may receive $750 or $500 based on enrollment length.
4. Transportation Services: Chartered air-conditioned coach buses from select cities for $150 each direction. Bus service offered from Birmingham, Nashville, Savannah (first session) and Charlotte, Memphis, Birmingham (second session).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels14 records

Core offering

Camp Barney Medintz is a Jewish overnight summer camp that sells 1-day to 4-week residential camp sessions for children in rising 1st through 11th grades on a 540-acre facility in the North Georgia mountains. Core offerings are tiered by age and length: Discovery Day (rising 1st), 1-Week CBM Experience (rising 2nd-3rd), 2-Week Kochavim sessions (rising 3rd-5th), 4-Week Youth and Teen sessions (rising 3rd-10th), JIT leadership program (rising 11th), and the nationally recognized Chalutzim program for campers ages 10-24 with special needs. Programs integrate traditional camp activities (swimming, equestrian, ropes, sports, arts) with Jewish identity programming, Hebrew, and Shabbat observance.

Product overview

Camp Barney Medintz is a Jewish overnight summer camp operated by the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta since 1963. The camp offers a tiered program structure: 4-week sessions (Youth/Teen programs for rising 3rd-10th graders and JIT for rising 11th graders), 2-week Kochavim sessions (rising 3rd-5th graders), 1-week CBM Experience (rising 2nd-3rd graders), Discovery Day (rising 1st graders), and the Chalutzim special needs program (ages 10-24). Campers are organized into age-based units (Moshavim through JITs) with progressive activities and trips. The camp operates on 540 acres in Cleveland, Georgia with facilities including two lakes, two pools, equestrian center, high ropes courses, and kosher dining. Additional offerings include the CBM Puppy Program, online Camp Store, facility rentals, and camp tours.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 4-Week Youth and Teen Sessions Four-week overnight camp sessions for rising 3rd-10th graders offered during first and second sessions; includes diverse activities, trips, unit programs, and three Shabbat experiences at camp.
• JIT (Junior-in-Training) Program Four-week high-adventure leadership program for rising 11th graders; features canvas platform tent living, six-day Blue Ridge Mountains excursion, caving, hiking, rock climbing, whitewater rafting, and solo camping.
• Kochavim 2-Week Sessions Two-week overnight camp program for rising 3rd-5th graders (Sessions A & B) and rising 3rd-4th graders (Session C), designed for first-time overnight campers; includes water skiing, Hurricane water slide, Shabbat experience, horseback riding, zip lines, ropes courses, and various activities.
• CBM Experience (1-Week Program) One-week, six-day/five-night introduction to Camp Barney for rising 2nd and 3rd graders; includes tubing, horseback riding, sports, arts and crafts, cookout in the woods, canteen and mail.
• Discovery Day One-day introductory camp program for rising 1st graders; full day of camp activities with lunch in the dining hall; bus transportation provided from MJCCA in Atlanta.
• Chalutzim Program Nationally recognized program since 1992 for campers ages 10-24 with special needs; highly individualized experience with experienced, specially trained staff offering individual and group skill development.
• CBM Puppy Program Summer 2026 program where puppies live at camp with dedicated puppy counselors; campers interact with, care for, and help socialize the puppies, with adoption available to CBM families at the end of summer.
• Camp Store Online gift store offering Camp Barney branded merchandise including t-shirts and apparel for campers and families.
• Facility Rentals Off-season camp facility rental for Shabbat celebrations, Jewish lifecycle events, and other gatherings; includes Zaban Chapel, kosher catering, cabins, and outdoor venues, available through September.
• Camp Tours In-person guided tours of camp facilities offered on select dates so prospective families can tour the 540-acre property, meet staff, and learn about programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% more likely to donate to a Jewish charity as adults
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1963Camp Barney Medintz is owned and operated by the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta. MJCCA has owned and operated the camp since 1963. The MJCCA turns everyday minutes into Jewish moments and provides administrative support, branding, facilities, and access to its family network of thousands of Atlanta Jewish community members.
• American Camp Association (ACA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCamp Barney maintains ACA accreditation through completion of voluntary peer review process. ACA accreditation verifies standards compliance for staffing, medical practices, food service, housing, safety, and programming.
• Foundation for Jewish Camp - One Happy Camper ProgramcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOne Happy Camper grants provide incentive funding for first-time campers: $1,000-$1,500 for 12+ days of enrollment. Second-year campers from Atlanta may receive $500-$750. The Foundation for Jewish Camp also provides Yedid Nefesh grant funding for Community Care program expansion.
• PJ Library - PJ Goes to CampminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPJ Goes to Camp grant provides funding for eligible families. Families can get a referral code through PJ Library website to apply for the grant.
• Jewish Federation of Greater AtlantacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerProud partner of Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta's Jewish Overnight Camp Initiative. The initiative provides $175,000 income cap-based grants for first-time and second-year Atlanta campers. Federation is dedicated to sending more children from Atlanta to Jewish overnight camp.
• True PharmacycoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership for medication management. True Pharmacy works with family insurance providers, prepares daily dose packs, and handles controlled substances and OTC medications. Enrollment with True Pharmacy is required for campers on prescription medications.
• Label DaddyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerClothing label provider offering 15% CBM discount and contributing 10% of purchases to CBM Camp Scholarship Fund.
• Camp America, JCUSA, JAFIcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational staffing agencies that recruit and place international staff at Camp Barney. Handles visa sponsorship and recruitment logistics for bringing staff from countries around the world. Approximately 15 Shlichim (Israeli staff) hired annually.
• Jewish Agency for IsraelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShachar Levy, Assistant Director Specialty Areas, previously served as senior trainer with Jewish Agency for Israel where he trained 500+ Israeli staff members before joining CBM.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Foundation for Jewish Camp: Industry body and grant funder for Jewish overnight camps. Not a competitor but a strategic ecosystem partner that provides One Happy Camper grants to Camp Barney families and Yedid Nefesh grant funding.

Direct peers

• Camp Coleman: Union for Reform Judaism-affiliated Jewish overnight camp in Georgia. Directly comparable Jewish overnight camp in the same Southeast geography serving overlapping families.
• Camp Poyntelle: Pennsylvania-based private overnight summer camp where Sam Waldman most recently served as Associate Director and Director of Operations. Comparable as a traditional multi-activity overnight camp.
• Camp JORI: Rhode Island-based Jewish overnight summer camp serving Jewish youth. Directly comparable in overnight Jewish camping model; Don Blate previously served as Program and Assistant Director at Camp JORI.
• Kutz Leadership Camp: URJ's flagship Jewish leadership camp for teens. Sidra Kennedy (Camp Barney Assistant Director) previously worked at Kutz. Directly comparable as a Jewish teen leadership overnight experience.
• Henry S. Jacobs Camp: Mississippi-based Jewish overnight camp serving the Southeast Jewish community. Direct peer in geography, mission, and program structure; Don Blate joined Camp Barney from Jacobs Camp.
• URJ 6 Points Sports Academy: URJ-affiliated specialty Jewish overnight camp focused on athletics. Danny Herz, Camp Barney's Executive Director, previously led 6 Points, making this a direct operational and programmatic peer.
• URJ Eisner Camp: URJ-affiliated Jewish overnight camp in the Northeast where Sam Waldman (Camp Barney's Director of Strategic Operations) began his 20-year camping career. Directly comparable in programming and mission.
• Camp Ramah in the Southeast: Another Jewish overnight summer camp serving the Southeast US, part of the national Ramah camp network. Directly comparable in mission, programming structure, and target families seeking Jewish-identity overnight experiences.
• Camp Isidore Alterman (CIA): Sibling MJCCA program — a Jewish overnight camp also operated by the Marcus JCC of Atlanta. Shares governance, family pipeline, and brand with Camp Barney, directly competing for Atlanta Jewish families.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CampBarneyMedintz
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/campbarneymedintz
• Instagraminstagram.com/camp.barney.medintz/?hl=en
• Xx.com/campbarney

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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