Ramah Darom

What Ramah Darom does

Ramah Darom Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that operates Camp Ramah Darom, a Jewish summer camp, and a year-round retreat center on a 185-acre mountain campus in Clayton, Georgia, surrounded by the Chattahoochee National Forest. Founded in 1997 following a 1994 feasibility study in Charlotte, NC, it is part of the National Ramah Camping Movement and serves Jewish families from 11 southeastern US states. The organization is accredited by the American Camp Association and operates kosher facilities under the Atlanta Kashruth Commission. Leadership includes CEO Scott Topal, Board Chair Stacey Slomka, and dedicated directors for camp, retreat center, and inclusion programs.

The organization's product portfolio spans three core categories: (1) Camp Ramah Darom — overnight summer camp sessions ranging from a 5-night Ta'am program ($1,040) for rising 2nd graders through an 8-week Gesher Leadership Program ($11,250) for rising 11th graders, plus specialty tracks including Ramah Bamah Musical Theater, Tikvah Support for campers with disabilities, and Camp Yofi for families of children with autism; (2) Year-Round Retreat Programs — curated immersive Jewish experiences including LimmudFest, Passover Retreat, Winter Break Family Camp, Jewish Women's Getaway, B'teavon culinary retreat, and Teen Retreat; (3) Facility Rentals — the campus is available for rental mid-August through mid-May for corporate retreats, conferences, weddings, and religious groups, accommodating up to 750 guests across 18 cabins, 4 hotel buildings, and 4 cottages. A business office is maintained in Atlanta, GA.

The business model combines camper tuition fees (primary seasonal revenue), facility rental income (off-season revenue), and philanthropic support through an Annual Fund, endowments, legacy gifts, and grants from the Foundation for Jewish Camp, Harold Grinspoon Foundation, JCamp 180, Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, and the National Ramah Commission. Financial aid and One Happy Camper grants (up to $1,500) broaden access, while subsidies cover approximately 75% of Camp Yofi's actual cost. Distribution relies on direct online enrollment via the CircuiTree portal, regional federation/synagogue referrals, virtual tours, and an active alumni association (CRDAA). The 2021 creation of the Ramah Darom Foundation as a wholly-owned subsidiary holds endowment funds for long-term financial sustainability.

Name

Ramah Darom

Legal name

Ramah Darom Inc.

Website

https://ramahdarom.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ramah Darom is a 501(c)(3) non-profit operating a Jewish summer camp, year-round retreat programs, and a 185-acre retreat facility in North Georgia, serving Jewish families across 11 southeastern US states.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Jewish Summer Camp & Retreat Center

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Religious Organizations (813110), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus) (THAMAJAJ), Leadership, Debate & Model UN Camps (EDAMALAK), Life Skills & SEL Camps (Confidence, Executive Function, Social Skills) (EDAMALAO), Performing Arts Camps (Theater, Musical Theater, Dance) (EDAMALAI)

Keywords

• Jewish summer camp
• Overnight youth programs
• Kosher retreat center
• Family retreat experiences
• Camp facility rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Atlanta

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Camper Tuition: Primary revenue stream from summer camp session fees ranging from $1,040 (5-night Ta'am) to $11,250 (8-week Gesher Leadership Program). Additional fees include security fees, credit card processing fees, and optional transportation.
2. Facility Rentals: Year-round retreat center rental revenue from mid-August through mid-May. All-inclusive packages covering accommodations, meals, meeting spaces, and recreational facilities for corporate, nonprofit, religious, and family groups.
3. Donations and Annual Fund: Philanthropic revenue through Annual Fund donations supporting camper scholarships, facility maintenance, and programming. Additional funding through endowments, legacy gifts, and program-specific funds (Camp Yofi Fund, Tikvah Support Fund).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ramah Darom is a non-profit Jewish experiential organization operating an immersive summer camp for children entering grades 2-11, year-round family and adult retreats, and a 185-acre kosher mountain retreat center in Clayton, GA available for rental by corporate, nonprofit, and community groups. It is part of the National Ramah Camping Movement and accredited by the American Camp Association. Programs include Camp Yofi for families of children with autism, the Tikvah inclusion program, Gesher leadership track, and musical theater specialty programming.

Product overview

Ramah Darom operates as a Jewish camp and retreat organization offering three primary program categories: (1) Camp Ramah Darom - summer overnight camp programs ranging from 5-night Taste of Ramah sessions for rising 2nd graders to 8-week full summer programs for rising 4th-10th graders, held at a 185-acre Clayton, GA campus; (2) Year-Round Retreat Programs - curated immersive Jewish experiences including LimmudFest, Passover Retreat, Winter Break Family Camp, Jewish Women's Getaway, B'teavon culinary retreat, Teen Retreat, and others; (3) Facility Rentals - the Ramah Darom Retreat Center available for rental from mid-August through mid-May for corporate retreats, weddings, and community events. Specialized offerings include Camp Yofi (autism family camp), Tikvah Support Program (inclusion for campers with disabilities), Gesher Leadership Program, and Ramah Bamah musical theater program. The organization is accredited by the American Camp Association and maintains kosher certification under the Atlanta Kashruth Commission.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Camp Ramah Darom Summer Camp Overnight Jewish summer camp program held at the 185-acre Clayton, GA campus, offering multi-week and short-stay sessions (5 nights to 8 weeks) for children entering grades 2 through 11, integrating Jewish heritage, Israeli culture, outdoor adventure, leadership, and the arts.
• Camp Yofi (Family Autism Program) Nationally recognized 5-day family program for children ages 6-13 with autism spectrum disorder and their families, providing a supportive environment with tailored activities and dedicated one-on-one companions. Priced at $1,360 per family; covers roughly 25% of actual cost with the remainder subsidized through donations.
• Year-Round Retreat Programs Curated immersive Jewish retreats including LimmudFest, Passover Retreat, Winter Break Family Camp, Jewish Women's Getaway, B'teavon culinary retreat, Southern Schmooze Shabbaton, and Teen Retreat, held at the mountain campus.
• Ramah Darom Retreat Center (Facility Rentals) 185-acre mountain retreat facility available for rental from mid-August through mid-May, accommodating up to 750 guests across 18 cabins, 4 hotel buildings, and 4 cottages for corporate offsites, leadership training, conferences, weddings, lifecycle events, school trips, and religious retreats.
• Gesher Leadership Program 8-week leadership development summer experience for rising 11th graders, priced at $11,250, part of the full summer camp curriculum.
• Ramah Bamah Musical Theater Program 2-week musical theater specialty camp for rising 8th and 9th graders, offered standalone at $3,600 or combined with 4-week sessions.
• Ramah Israel Seminar 6-week summer Israel experience for campers completing their camper years, sponsored by the Ramah movement.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1:2 staff-to-camper ratio with bunk ratios of 4:1
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Foundation for Jewish CampcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFoundation for Jewish Camp supports Ramah Darom through the One Happy Camper program, providing first-time camper grants of up to $1,500 to eligible families.
• Jewish Federation of Greater AtlantacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPrimary regional partner providing camper referrals, financial aid coordination, and community support for Jewish families in the Atlanta area.
• National Ramah CommissioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOversees the National Ramah Camping Movement and provides support for camp programs, staff training, and operational standards.
• American Camp AssociationminorOthersProvides camp accreditation services ensuring Ramah Darom meets industry safety and quality standards.
• Limmud North AmericacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for LimmudFest, a multi-generational learning and fun retreat program at Ramah Darom.
• PJ Library AtlantaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Book It To Shabbat program, a family retreat for families with children 6 and under.
• USYminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Teen Retreat for high school-age Jewish teens, combining Ramah Darom facilities with USY programming.
• AdamahminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for ReTreat Yourself retreat designed for Jewish communal professionals.
• Atlanta Kashruth CommissioncoreOthersProvides kosher certification and supervision for Ramah Darom's year-round kitchen and dining facilities.
• Secure Community NetworkcoreOthersProvides security intelligence and support services for the camp's security operations, particularly during summer camp season.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Camp Harlam: Reform Jewish overnight summer camp serving the Mid-Atlantic with multi-week sessions and Tikvah-style inclusion support. Comparable as a non-Orthodox Jewish summer camp with a similar multi-session, multi-age structure and an established year-round retreat business.
• Camp Ramah in California: Sister camp within the National Ramah Camping Movement serving West Coast Jewish families with similar multi-session overnight programming, Jewish identity curriculum, and year-round retreats. Directly comparable in mission, program structure, and pricing tiers.
• Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Center: Jewish retreat center in Connecticut operated by Reconstructing Judaism, offering year-round retreats, family camps, and rental programming. Comparable as a Jewish retreat facility leveraging overnight accommodations for both communal and rental events.
• Camp Eisner: URJ-affiliated Jewish summer camp with overnight sessions and family programming. Comparable as a Jewish overnight camp competitor serving families seeking immersive Jewish summer experiences.
• Pearlstone Center: Jewish retreat and conference center in Maryland offering year-round retreat rentals, family programs, and immersive Jewish experiences on a multi-building rural campus. Comparable as a kosher Jewish retreat center with year-round facility rentals and family camp offerings.
• Camp JRF (Jewish Reconstructionist Farmsite): Jewish summer camp and retreat community emphasizing progressive Jewish values, outdoor programming, and year-round retreats. Comparable as a values-driven Jewish overnight camp with year-round retreat rentals and family programming.
• Capital Camps: Jewish overnight camp and retreat center serving the Mid-Atlantic with summer programming and year-round retreat rentals. Comparable as a regional Jewish camp/retreat operator with multi-week sessions and family programming.
• Camp Ramah in the Berkshires: Another Ramah network camp in Massachusetts offering summer sessions, Tikvah-style inclusion, and family programming. Closest direct comparable in terms of 4-week session pricing, specialty programs (e.g., musical theater), and inclusive camper offerings.
• Camp Ramah in Wisconsin: Midwestern Ramah network camp with comparable summer session lengths, leadership programs (Gesher equivalents), and Tikvah inclusion support. Direct peer in scale, mission, and operational model.
• Camp Ramah in New England: New England-based Ramah network camp with comparable session pricing, specialty programming, and Tikvah inclusion. Direct peer in scale, program structure, and partnership with the Foundation for Jewish Camp.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ramahdarom
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/CampRamahDarom
• Facebookfacebook.com/ramahdarom
• Instagraminstagram.com/ramahdarom_official

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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