Marks JCH Summer Day Camp

A Second Home for Your First Adventure

Marks JCH Summer Camp, an ACA-accredited camp, is a place where children are encouraged to explore, grow, and simply be kids. Serving campers ages 2–14, the camp offers a dynamic, age-appropriate experience that blends fun, friendship, and meaningful skill development within a warm and welcoming community.

Rooted in the mission of the Marks JCH of Bensonhurst, the camp reflects the organization’s commitment to being a vibrant center of community life in Brooklyn. Grounded in Jewish values and guided by an inclusive philosophy, Marks JCH Summer Camp creates an environment where children of all abilities, backgrounds, and aspirations feel a strong sense of belonging.

The camp’s four- and eight-week sessions feature a thoughtfully balanced program developed and led by professional educators, instructors, and youth development leaders. Informal Jewish education is woven naturally into daily camp life through shared values, traditions, teamwork, and acts of kindness, allowing children to connect meaningfully to identity, culture, and community. Campers participate in a wide range of engaging activities, including swimming, archery, sports, creative arts, theater, hands-on outdoor exploration, exciting trips, and live shows. Each experience is intentionally designed to build confidence, encourage independence, strengthen social skills, and foster lasting friendships.

Safety and wellness are top priorities. As an ACA-accredited camp, Marks JCH Summer Camp upholds the highest standards of health, safety, and program quality. Policies and procedures are guided by best practices and supported by a dedicated health and wellness committee comprised of staff and parents, with an emphasis on clear and transparent communication.

Marks JCH Summer Camp is an embodiment of the JCH mission: a place where positive relationships flourish, new experiences are embraced, and childhood is celebrated — outdoors, engaged, and joyfully off screens. The camp looks forward to welcoming families for a summer filled with growth, connection, and unforgettable memories.

Meet The Director

Nataliya Avvento

Nataliya Avvento brings passion, creativity, and heart to everything she does at camp. As Director of Youth and Camping Services, she leads with energy and purpose, creating a vibrant environment where campers feel welcomed, supported, and inspired to grow. With over a decade of experience in youth development and Jewish communal life, Nataliya believes deeply in the power of camp to build confidence, friendships, and lifelong memories.

For the past six years, Nataliya has proudly served as Camp Director at the Marks JCH, working closely with staff, families, and community partners to ensure every camper has an unforgettable summer experience. She is especially passionate about inclusion and has helped expand programs to ensure children of all abilities feel a true sense of belonging. Known for her collaborative spirit and hands-on leadership style, Nataliya can often be found cheering on campers, mentoring staff, or bringing new creative ideas to life.

Nataliya holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University and is fluent in English and Russian. Above all, she is dedicated to making camp a place where every child feels at home, every family feels connected, and every staff member feels empowered to lead.