The camp was founded in 1977 by the Evanston/Skokie District 65 Council of PTAs. In 2023, Safety Town became an Illinois not for profit corporation. The 501C3 designation by the IRS is applied for. 

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The fee is $150 for the 20 hours of camp time. 

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4 sessions are scheduled.  50% Scholarships are available for campers who qualify for free/reduced lunch. Documentation is required with the forms.