Young people and leaders gathered at Camp Hope in Jamaica

A Jamaican Christian youth ministry

A Place of Faith,
Fellowship and Hope

Supporting the spiritual growth, leadership and well-being of young people through Christian education, recreation, service and community.

Discover Our Mission Support Camp Hope

Discover the story

Whitehouse
Westmoreland, Jamaica

Our continuing legacy

Where young people come to grow.

For generations, Camp Hope has given young people a place to grow in faith, build lasting relationships, develop leadership skills and experience the joy of Christian fellowship.

Camp Hope Jamaica Association works to help sustain that legacy.

How it began

Our story

A milestone became
a mission.

Year2010

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Three Moravian men gathered to celebrate their 50th birthdays—and chose to make the occasion mean more.

Bishop Hopeton Clennon, Chester Morris and Dr. Kofi Nkrumah-Young wanted to give back to the church and summer camp that had shaped their development and their relationship with God.

Their celebration became a fundraiser for Camp Hope. Its first major result was practical and lasting: a commercial stove for the camp kitchen.

From one act of gratitudeA growing circle of service

The success inspired Winston Peart, Ammar Allison, Antoinette Davidson and Karlene Woodbine to join future fundraising efforts—forming the foundation of Camp Hope Jamaica Association.

1958Camp Hope established

2010A milestone becomes a mission

First projectCommercial kitchen stove

TodayContinuing faith and service

Our purpose

Rooted in faith.
Moved to serve.

We exist to strengthen Camp Hope, support its youth ministry, preserve Jamaican cultural heritage and expand opportunities for service.

Promote

Champion the interests of Camp Hope and the Moravian Church in Jamaica.

Nurture

Foster the spiritual growth of young people through programs held at Camp Hope.

Preserve

Deepen understanding and appreciation of Jamaica’s rich cultural heritage.

Support

Strengthen the religious, recreational and educational work of the camp.

Serve

Raise support for youth, Camp Hope projects and charitable causes in Jamaica and the U.S.A.

Our mission in action

Developing the whole person.

Spiritually. Socially. Emotionally. Practically.

Bible study · Music · Craft · Recreation

Christian Education

Developing programs aimed at helping young people grow in their faith journey and understand that they are their brother's keeper and, as such, are called to care for one another.

Structure · Belonging · Joy

Positive Summer Experiences

The camp provides a healthy and welcoming environment for campers and their leaders, many of whom are experiencing communal living and sharing for the first time.

Ministry · Mission · Responsibility

Youth Leadership

Helping young people discover their God-given gifts and understand how they may use them in the church and the wider community.

Compassion · Talent · Action

Community Service

Supporting nearby communities and inspiring campers to use their God-given talents and gifts in service to others.

About Camp Hope

A special place on Jamaica’s southwest coast.

Camp Hope is a ministry of the Moravian Church in Jamaica, a church serving the island since 1754.

Established in 1958 near Whitehouse, Westmoreland, the camp adjoins New Hope Moravian Church—founded in 1835. Its private beach looks across the bay toward a tourist resort and fishing village.

July and August are the heart of the camping season, with week-long programs for different age groups and weekend retreats for young adults.

Established1958

LocationWhitehouse, Westmoreland

AffiliationMoravian Church in Jamaica

Peak seasonJuly & August

Camp Hope’s green and cream facility in Westmoreland — The Camp Hope facility

Camp Hope viewed across the bay in Whitehouse — Across the bay

What guides us

Ministry. Service. Fellowship.

Ministry

Reaching young people across Jamaica and welcoming an international community interested in mission and service—with the hope of helping others know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

Service

Supporting families and communities by putting our talents, time and resources into meaningful action.

Fellowship

Reuniting old friends, forming new friendships and seeing children grow through the camping program year after year.

Our impact

Building faith, character and community.

“Every program, facility improvement and shared experience helps Camp Hope remain a place where young people can discover their gifts, deepen their faith and learn to serve others.”

Helping young people grow in faith
Developing future church and community leaders
Creating positive, structured summer experiences
Supporting Camp Hope’s facilities and programs
Encouraging service to surrounding communities
Strengthening lifelong friendships and fellowship
Preserving Jamaica’s Moravian heritage

Photo story

Life at Camp Hope.

An aerial view of Camp Hope and its immediate surroundings, highlighting the church, camp facilities, and nearby areas.

Get involved

Help keep hope growing.

Your generosity, time and voice can help sustain the ministry, facilities, programs and community impact of Camp Hope.

Give

Support facilities, youth programs and community-focused initiatives.

Volunteer

Volunteers are encouraged to contribute financial resources, professional skills, and time.

Partner

Build relationships across churches, organizations and alumni.

Expand awareness by sharing the Camp Hope story.

Support Camp Hope Connect on Facebook

Donations are received securely through GoFundMe and currently support recovery from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.

The legacy continues

Together, we can
continue the legacy.

Your support helps Camp Hope remain a place where faith is strengthened, leaders are developed, friendships are formed and young lives are encouraged.

Support Camp Hope Contact the Association

Donations are received securely through our GoFundMe campaign, currently supporting recovery from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica. Direct contact details will be added here soon — in the meantime, please connect with the Association on Facebook.