It offers children aged 8–17 a camp environment where Jewish values and activities are emphasized.

The camp is not affiliated with one religious movement, considering itself K'lal Yisrael (lit.

He promoted Hebrew education for youth and sprouted the idea of a Jewish summer camp.

In late 1943, Dean Hurwich gained approval for his summer school camp from the Board of Trustees of Hebrew Teachers College.

He formed a group of 37 founders, each donating $1000 (about $18,236.59 in 2025) towards the founding of Camp Yavneh.