The Louis August Jonas Foundation
Camp Rising Sun
Resumen de Camp Rising Sun
Camp Rising Sun is a four-week in-person summer program in upstate New York for high school students from around the world. It focuses on fostering leadership, self-discovery, and global understanding through shared experiences and challenges. Campers engage in activities like Teamworks, discussions on global issues, and outdoor adventures, all while living in a diverse community built on trust and respect. The program emphasizes servant leadership and encourages campers to step outside their comfort zones and make a positive impact.
📍Ubicación
In-Person, New Bremen, NY, US🇺🇸
📅 Fechas límite de solicitud
- 31 dic
Campers are expected to stay with an LAJF provided host family one to two days before camp starts and one or two days after camp ends. Alternatively, campers can make their own arrangements to arrive at the meeting point in New York City on the first day of camp.
💸 Costos y ayuda
- Gratis
- Camp Rising Sun is a full scholarship program, meaning admitted campers pay no tuition. Need-based financial assistance for travel costs may be available, though funds are limited. Families are asked to consider a voluntary contribution based on their financial position.
Requisitos de elegibilidad
📋 Requisitos generales
Applicants must be able to speak English fluently to understand safety instructions and maximize program benefits. Accepted applicants need to complete a full medical evaluation and provide proof of vaccination, including for COVID-19 (exemptions granted).
👥 Requisitos de edad
Applicants must be at least 15 years old when their camp session starts and cannot have turned 17 by the end of their camp session (date of birth between August 25th, 2008 and June 24th, 2010).
🌍 Países elegibles
Worldwide
Proceso de solicitud
Applications open on November 27th, 2024. The process includes submitting a completed application and one reference from a non-family adult (teacher, counselor, coach, etc.). Selected applicants will be invited for an interview. Admissions decisions are sent out starting in March, with registration required within a week of admission. International campers will need a valid passport and visa if applicable.
📅 Campers are expected to stay with an LAJF provided host family one to two days before camp starts and one or two days after camp ends. Alternatively, campers can make their own arrangements to arrive at the meeting point in New York City on the first day of camp.
Duración
4 weeks
Fechas del programa
24 jun 2025 - 22 jul 2025
Fechas límite de solicitud
- 7 ene — Ecuador
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 15 ene — Israel, Netherlands
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 22 ene — All other countries/regions
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 1 feb — South Africa, Greece, Spain, USA-Nebraska, USA-Nevada, USA-DC/Maryland
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 5 feb — USA-California
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 8 feb — Germany
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 9 feb — USA-New York, USA-New Jersey, USA-Connecticut
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 15 feb — Greenland, Finland, Hungary, Denmark, Norway, Latvia, USA-Colorado
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 23 feb — Palestine
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 28 feb — USA-Minnesota, Poland
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 2 mar — France
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 28 mar — South Korea
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 13 abr — Japan
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 31 dic — Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
📅 Campers are expected to stay with an LAJF provided host family one to two days before camp starts and one or two days after camp ends. Alternatively, campers can make their own arrangements to arrive at the meeting point in New York City on the first day of camp.
Duración
4 weeks
Fechas del programa
28 jul 2025 - 25 ago 2025
Fechas límite de solicitud
- 7 ene — Ecuador
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 15 ene — Israel, Netherlands
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 22 ene — All other countries/regions
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 1 feb — South Africa, Greece, Spain, USA-Nebraska, USA-Nevada, USA-DC/Maryland
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 5 feb — USA-California
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 8 feb — Germany
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 9 feb — USA-New York, USA-New Jersey, USA-Connecticut
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 15 feb — Greenland, Finland, Hungary, Denmark, Norway, Latvia, USA-Colorado
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 23 feb — Palestine
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 28 feb — USA-Minnesota, Poland
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 2 mar — France
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 28 mar — South Korea
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 13 abr — Japan
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.
- 31 dic — Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan
Regional deadline
Tarifa de solicitud: GratisFull scholarship program, no tuition fee.