DONATIONS & OFFERINGS

We are currently accepting donations to help support our VBS program and the special experiences we provide for children each summer. Your generosity helps fund program supplies, activities, and facility improvements that create a fun, meaningful, and welcoming environment for every child.

Along with financial support, your prayers and encouragement truly mean so much to us as we prepare for another wonderful summer together.

Thank you for your support, and God bless!

GIVE

2026 SUMMER CAMP DATES

July 6th to August 21st

  • Monday, July 6th: First day of VBS summer camp!

  • Tuesday, July 7th: Group Picture Day; please dress your child in their camp t-shirts!

  • Friday, August 21st: Musical Performance @ 2pm
    Following the performance, we kindly ask that all students be picked up by 3:30 PM.

  • Friday, August 21st to Sunday, August 23rd: Art Exhibit (Time: TBD)

THANKFUL FOR OUR SUPPORTERS

CK SPORTS

ACE ACADEMY

ABOUT US

At our camp, we want every child to experience the amazing love of Jesus! We care about helping kids grow — not just in body, but also in mind, heart, and spirit. Our fun and caring staff are here to cheer you on, help you learn, and share God’s joy every step of the way. Together, we’ll play and grow closer to Jesus while making awesome memories and friendships that last. We can’t wait to see what God has in store for us this summer!

OUR PROGRAM

DAILY SCHEDULE

PRAISE & WORSHIP

ACADEMICS

ACTIVITIES

NYC HEALTH PERMIT GUIDELINES

MEALS & SNACKS

  • "Great experience. The staff made this camp special for my children. Their caring nature and responsiveness helped my children feel included. We appreciate the worship, songs, and dance - the Christian values are important. Camp staff were always present and not distracted. We appreciate the positive, nurturing and filling experiences VBS gave to our children. Thank you!"

    —VBS Parent

  • "Loved how teachers knew who he was within the first week and interacted with him... loved how the staff genuinely cared for the children."

    —VBS Parent

  • "It was our first time at Bayside UMC Summer Camp and my daughter loved every moment of it! She loved the staff, her teacher, and counselors! She loved her friends - in and out of her grade. I loved the environment she was in. It was safe, clean, supportive and full of God's love."

    —VBS Parent

  • "We had an awesome experience. Everything was seamless from the beginning to end!"

    —VBS Parent

  • "We really just love the staff and community of VBS family. Throughout the year my family saw kids working throughout Bayside and the way everyone remembered their names and interests or sounded excited to work at camp again to be with them meant so much to my family."

    —VBS Parent

  • "My son looked forward to attending every day. He loved meeting new friends and the sticker incentives. Thank you for making the summer an enjoyable one."

    —VBS Parent

See the highlights of 2025 VBS Summer Camp - the joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments. 

View 2025 Album

CONTACT US 

38-20 Bell Boulevard, Bayside, NY 11361
Call: 917-704-2662 | 718-229-4024
Email: admin@bumcsummercamp.com 

VBS Office Hours: 9am to 1pm (Mon ~ Fri)
Saturdays & Sundays: appointments only