Discover Fun Camp is committed to making quality aftercare affordable and accessible for families. The DFC CARE Lottery (Camp Access & Relief for Enrollment) provides eligible families with an opportunity to enroll in our aftercare program at a reduced rate of just $10 per day. This initiative is designed to support working parents by offering a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for their children after school.
How It Works
- Eligibility: Families with an annual household income of $80,000 or less or have experienced a lay-off within the last 90 days are eligible to apply.
- Application Window: The lottery application opens on March 22nd and closes on March 25th.
- Random Selection: All eligible applicants will be entered into a random lottery. Selection is not based on preference—all entries have an equal chance.
- Results Announcement: Families will be notified of their selection status on March 28th with next steps.
- Enrollment Commitment: Selected families must enroll their child(ren) for a minimum of three (3) days per week in our aftercare program.
Timeline
March 22
Application Open
April 18
Application Closed
April 22
Results Announced
April 28
Enrolment Commitment Deadline
May 23
Mandatory Parent Tour & Workshop
Program Commitments & Policies:
- No Refunds & Cancellation Policy: Once enrolled, there are no refunds, but credit for makeup days is available within the same semester.
- Attendance Policy: Tuition is charged in full for scheduled days, regardless of attendance. Credits may be used on other available days within the same semester. Multiple payment plan options are available.
- Behavior Policy: Any severe behavioral misconduct (e.g., violence, threats, or property damage) may result in immediate termination from the program.
- Parent Conduct Policy: Parents must maintain a respectful and positive relationship with staff and the community. Disruptive behavior may result in removal from the program.
- Lottery Selection: All applications are randomly selected, and spaces are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. If a selected family does not claim their spot by the deadline, it will be offered to the next eligible applicant.
Why Join the DFC CARE Lottery?
- Affordable aftercare at just $10 per day
- Safe, structured, and engaging activities
- Flexibility with attendance credits
- Equitable opportunity for all eligible families
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are eligible for DFC to pick-up their students?
Schools located in the Crestwood, Petworth,Shepherd, Takoma, Silver Spring, and surrounding areas are available. We accept schools that are within a 10-15 minute radius of the camp. You will have the opportunity to state your school name to qualify.
What’s the earliest/latest a child can be picked up?
Earliest: 4:30pm Latest: 6:00pm (Late fees will apply after 6:00pm)
What if I paid for a day my child ended up not attending?
You will be issued a credit if cancellation was made 24 hours in advance.
What if I lost my job last year?
You must have lost it within 90 days of the application date.
Is there a drop-in option?
At this time, students must be in enroll at least 3 days minimum to be eligible for the program
What if one of my children is selected and not the other?
Siblings will be selected together. The families are eligible rather than child to child.