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Imagine a world led by ethical and compassionate leaders. This is what we’re building together at Camp Rising Sun.

Your gift to LAJF and Camp Rising Sun helps more than just a single camper—it creates a ripple effect that reaches families, neighborhoods, and our global community at large. Please consider making a generous gift to keep ethical leadership thriving!

 
 
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CRS Women's Brunch 2025
CRS Women's Brunch 2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual CRS Women’s Brunch! Click for photos from the event.

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A Message from Helene
A Message from Helene

Click to read a special message from LAJF Executive Director, Helene Mattera.

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A Special Message from Rick Richter
A Special Message from Rick Richter

A special message from Rick Richter. Click to read in full.

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Upcoming Events

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CRS Winter Camp Day 2025
Mar 1
CRS Winter Camp Day 2025

Join us for a fun-filled day of winter activities at Camp Rising Sun. Share a snack with alumni, family, and friends, hike around our campgrounds, go sledding, and, of course, learn how to make maple syrup!

CRS 95th Anniversary Gala and Reunion
Oct 24
CRS 95th Anniversary Gala and Reunion

Let’s celebrate 95 years of Camp Rising Sun! Join LAJF and CRS in New York City for a 95th Anniversary Gala + Reunion at the TWA Hotel. October 24-26, 2025—stay tuned for more information.

Camp Rising Sun Through the Years

 
 
 

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The Louis August Jonas Foundation (LAJF) and Camp Rising Sun (CRS) have a long-held commitment to the principles of diversity, stemming from our mission. In that spirit, LAJF and CRS do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, nation of origin, gender, sex, or gender identity.