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Ohio Military Kids
Partnership between Ohio State University Extension 4-H and the Ohio National Guard Family Readiness and Warrior Support that supports the youth of military families throughout the deployment cycle. It delivers recreational, social, and educational programs — including hero camps, troop and family camps, teen and youth residential camps, and parent workshops — and also serves Gold Star Families; veterans' children and families are eligible up to 12 months after separation from service.
- Cost
- Varies by event — some events are free, while family camps are listed at $60–$100 per person depending on branch or component (own site)
- Coverage
- Ohio (statewide, including Kelleys Island and multiple Ohio 4-H camp locations) (Ohio)
- Eligibility
- Youth and families of current or recently separated service members (within 12 months of separation), any branch or component; Gold Star Families are eligible (own site)
- Last Verified
- October 9, 2026
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