Organizations (or their fiscal agents) serving the Baltimore area that qualify as public charities under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Charitable organizations that operate a day or residential camp program are eligible to apply for a grant.

Charitable organizations that operate a day or residential camp program and provide both recreational and educational opportunities are eligible to apply for a grant. Grants are made in the form of "camperships", that is, scholarships equal to the amount of normal camp fees and tuition multiplied by the number of children to be supported by the grant. Grants from the Fund are not intended to provide core operating support.

Criteria for Funding:
In order to qualify for funding from the Children’s Fresh Air Society Fund, programs must meet a minimum of (2) educational opportunities AND (2) recreational opportunities in the programming model or design.