Scholarships
Audubon strives to make nature education accessible to all. With the help of generous supporters, annual camp scholarships and academic scholarships are offered. Read below to learn how to apply for and how to support these scholarships.
Day Camp Scholarships:
Gerald Augusto Camperships
This fund was set up at the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation (CRCF) in memory of Gerald Augusto. It is designated to grant one or more camperships to elementary or middle school aged children who are interested in attending single day or week-long Audubon Day Camps. Donations made to camperships throughout the year are awarded to campers to reduce or eliminate camp registration fees. At the end of the year, any remaining funds are reinvested to support even more campers the next year.
Who is eligible?
These camperships are available to children aged 5 – 14 years, who experience barriers preventing them access to a quality, nature-based camp experience. Barriers may include, but are not limited to, financial resources, a lack of transportation, work/childcare conflicts, language, or a combination.
Application Deadline: May 1
Decision /Notification Date: May 15 and ongoing after June 1 as funds last.
How to Apply:
- Online: Click the button below to apply online.
- By mail: Click the button below to download and print an application. Mail completed applications to:
Gerald Augusto Campership, c/o ACNC Education Department
1600 Riverside Road
Jamestown, NY 14701
Stephanie Frucella, 1979 – 2008
This is a merit-based camp scholarship that takes into account an individual’s passion, interest, and willingness to give back to their community through volunteering or work. Scholarship winners often serve as Counselors-In-Training or Junior Counselors at ACNC.
This camp scholarship is in memory of Stephanie Frucella, a 4th grade teacher. As a child, she loved to come to the Audubon with her family to walk the trails and discover wildlife, flowers, and the beauty of nature. In her life, Stephanie strived daily to make a difference in the lives of her students and her community. Through this scholarship and others, her legacy will continue.
Application deadline: First round applications due by May 1. Later applications will be reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis as funds last.
Awarded by: May 15
How to Apply:
- Online: Click the button below to apply online.
- By mail: Click the button below to download and print an application. Mail completed applications to:
Audubon Community Nature Center
1600 Riverside Road
Jamestown, NY 14701
Academic Scholarships:
Each year in early May, Audubon Community Nature Center education staff are joined by guests and together they raise money through a day long Birdathon. The $500 scholarship raised through Birdathon is awarded to an area college-bound high school senior or college student who intends to pursue a future in an environmental or related field.
Donors can pledge a set amount, or an amount per species. In years past the team has seen anywhere from 65 to 80 species of birds.
Ryan Exline was an integral part of the Audubon family for many years. He assisted with gardening, eagle care, live animal care, and educational programs. He was pursuing a master’s degree at Duke University when he died in a car accident. He is deeply missed. ACNC honors him by naming this scholarship for him.
Application Deadline: April 14, 2025
How to Apply:
- Online: Click the button below to apply online.
- By mail: Click the button below to download and print an application. Mail completed applications to:
Audubon Community Nature Center
1600 Riverside Road
Jamestown, NY 14701
Address
Audubon Community Nature Center
1600 Riverside Road
Jamestown, NY 14701
(716) 569-2345
info@auduboncnc.org
Hours and Admission
Nature Center Hours:
Monday - Saturday
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday
1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Building Admission:
Members - Free
Non-member Adult (ages 16+) - $6
Non-member Child (ages 3 - 15) - $2
Children ages 2 and under - Free
Maximum cost for a Family - $15
Free admission to the Nature Center for SNAP/EBT cardholders.
Free admission for all on Sundays
Grounds and Outdoor Exhibits:
Open daily, year round from dawn to dusk, free of charge
Thank you, Community Partners
Audubon Community Partners make a significant financial contribution each year because they believe that every child deserves the opportunity to have a real and healthy connection to nature.
Bruce and Juline Battler
Carnahan-Jackson Foundation
Chautauqua Region Community Foundation
Donna and Mark Hampton
Holmberg Foundation
Hultquist Foundation
Jessie Smith Darrah Fund
Kinetic Internet Service Provider
The Lenna Foundation
The Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation
David Campbell
Sue and Bill Chandler
Hal and Mary Conarro
Cummins Jamestown Engine Plant
Bob and Kathy Frucella
Kravitz Tree Service
Thomas Kuntz and Meredith Kuntz
Doug and Lamae McCullor
National Fuel Gas Company
Southern Chautauqua
Federal Credit Union
Weinberg Financial Group
Curt and Susie Westrom
Whirley-DrinkWorks!
Jeanne Wiebenga and Jane Stirniman