Business Spotlight: Camp JORI

In 1909, the Jewish Orphanage of Rhode Island was established on the site of what is now The Miriam Hospital. To offer a summer of fun for the residents, a camp was built in Narragansett.

When the Orphanage closed its doors, the camp as we know it today was established. In 2003 the camp moved to its current location in Wakefield on 72 pristine acres surrounded by Nature Conservancy-protected land. The state-of-the art facility was built with the needs of contemporary families in mind. The pristine setting includes playing fields, a theater, a recreation hall, two swimming pools, and a 400-seat dining room overlooking 600 feet of waterfront on Worden’s Pond. If the walls of Camp JORI could talk, they would tell the story of four generations of campers coming into our door as wide-eyed youngsters, enjoying fun-filled summers. Many JORI campers continue become counselors, and some now serve on our Board of Directors. Camp JORI fosters a feeling of family and long-standing memories of good times.

Camp JORI loves celebrating the community and people in it. They are deeply rooted in Rhode Island history and have served generations of families in this area, creating fun and lasting memories for children. While they operate as a camp during the summer, they operate year-round to provide a fun and scenic backdrop for our community. As a company that also has deep roots in the community, Washington Trust has helped Camp JORO navigate some of the most complicated times in history. As a non-profit in this unstable time, Camp JORI is thankful that Washington Trust provided the assistance they needed to help them remain stable and functioning.

Camp JORI is the gem of Rhode Island and employs an amazing and diverse staff to create a place that is magical and memorable for everyone. To find out more about new camper and referral discounts, visit their website at www.campjori.com, or contact them at [email protected] or 401-783-7000.