Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Empowering Boston's Youth Through Summer Camps & Leadership Programs
For nearly a century, Crossroads has dedicated itself to empowering young people from Greater Boston and Brockton through transformative summer camps and year-round leadership programs. Founded in 1936, our mission centers on bridging the opportunity gap by providing high-quality, accessible programs that foster confidence, leadership, and community. Our 10-year continuum of experiential learning guides youth from grades 2 through 12, emphasizing social-emotional growth, civic engagement, and postsecondary success. With a focus on inclusivity, we ensure no child is turned away due to financial constraints, supported entirely by donor contributions.Our programs, including Camp Wing and C5 Leaders, have achieved measurable outcomes: 100% high school graduation rates among participants, 85% college enrollment, and 96% reported increases in confidence and physical activity. Accredited by the American Camp Association, we maintain rigorous safety standards while creating spaces where children thrive in nature, build friendships, and develop resilience. By partnering with families, donors, and corporate supporters, we cultivate a community where young people are empowered to shape their futures without being defined by socioeconomic barriers.
Services
Overnight Summer Camps
Day Camp Programs
Leadership Development
Civic Engagement Initiatives
Social-Emotional Learning
College & Career Readiness
Youth Mentorship
Outdoor Education
Community Service Projects
Postsecondary Access Programs
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- We offer 90 years of experience in youth development programs with proven outcomes
- Our 10-year continuum supports youth from grades 2 through postsecondary success
- 100% of C5 graduates finish high school on time with 85% entering college programs
- Donor-funded model ensures no financial barriers to access our programs
- Accredited by the American Camp Association with strict safety and quality standards
Associations and certifications
- American Camp Association
What people say
Increase in physical activity
Express her true self
Extension of home
Effective communication
Teamwork skills
Services
Overnight Summer Camps
Camp Wing provides eight-week residential programs for grades 2-8, combining cabin living, outdoor adventures, and skill-building activities. Participants learn swimming, cycling, and teamwork while exploring nature. The program emphasizes community building and personal growth through structured activities and mentorship.
C5 Leaders Program
Year-round leadership development for grades 8-12 focusing on outdoor education, community service, and college/career preparation. Participants build social-emotional skills through five years of structured programming that includes mentorship, wellness activities, and career exploration experiences.
Junior Leaders Program
Weekend and vacation programs for grades 3-7 that extend summer camp experiences. Activities focus on confidence-building, leadership skill development, and maintaining peer connections through outdoor adventures and structured learning opportunities during academic breaks.
Community Partnerships
Corporate work days and donor programs support camp operations while engaging community partners. Companies participate in site preparation, mentorship opportunities, and fundraising initiatives that directly benefit youth development programs and infrastructure needs.
Special Event Rentals
Camp Wing offers rustic event spaces for weddings, retreats, and corporate meetings. Facilities accommodate up to 250 guests with overnight lodging, meal services, and outdoor activities while supporting youth program funding through rental proceeds.
Questions
How does Crossroads ensure program accessibility for all families?
We cover 100% of program costs through donations, ensuring no child is denied participation due to financial constraints.
What age groups do Crossroads programs serve?
Our programs serve youth from grades 2 through 12, with developmentally appropriate activities across our 10-year continuum.
What leadership development opportunities are available?
C5 Leaders program offers year-round outdoor education, community service, and college/career preparation for grades 8-12 participants.
How can corporations get involved with Crossroads?
Corporations can participate in matching gift programs, sponsor work days, or engage through our Emerging Leaders initiative.
What impact do Crossroads programs have on participants?
100% high school graduation rate, 85% college enrollment, and 96% of youth report increased confidence and physical activity.
Reviews (4)
Anita Porter
Jun 16, 2019
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Love this place!!!! Staff are amazing with the children. Everyone is watched well (camper to staff ratio) Answers parents concerns. Financial aid availabe. Teachers kids new coping and friend relation.
Karen A.
Mar 30, 2018
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My husband and I held our wedding at Camp Wing in September of 2017. It was awesome! People are still claiming it was the best wedding they have ever been to! We reserved the camp for the entire weekend and had a blast from the minute we got there until we left on Sunday. Will and his staff were there for all our needs and then some. I rented the Union House for the weekend as well and it was a great place to stay the night before the wedding with all my girlfriends ( and a few special guys) and to use as a place on Saturday to get ready for the wedding. I work as a wedding planner and recommend
Vivian L.
Mar 25, 2018
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My daughter and son-in-law held their wedding at Camp Wing in September 2016, after having looked at possible venues in the Boston area and beyond. The camp facilities easily accommodated their guests and the weekend activities they wanted, including highlights such as a bride v. groom softball game, as well as offering lovely settings for the ceremony and reception. Union House was the perfect venue for the bride's family, and also provided space to assemble gift bags and favors, as well as an air conditioned respite on a warm fall weekend. I saved the event manager's cell phone number
Alex L.
Feb 25, 2018
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We got married at Camp Wing in 2015, and couldn't say better things about the experience. It was the unique, fun, adventurous, epic wedding we had imagined. The Camp Wing itself is beautiful, with a lake and tons of fun activities. We had over half of our 200+ guests stay in the cabins, and they all loved the experience of all being together for the entire weekend. We were able to transform all of the various spaces into a beautiful, rustic chic look. Will and the rest of the staff were an absolute pleasure to work with and helped us use all the various spaces in creative ways. His communication
