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February 25, 2026
Emily Barnard
Congratulations to Our John Litsios Scholars

We’re excited to congratulate three members of our alumni community who were named as John Litsios Scholars and received a special off-cycle GEJ Scholarship award. Click to meet the scholars!

Congratulations to Our John Litsios Scholars
January 28, 2026
Emily Barnard
Announcing LAJF's New Director of Advancement: ...

Please join us in welcoming Victoria Enriquez into the role of Director of Advancement at LAJF. Click to read the full announcement from our Executive Director, Barry Fulton, and a personal letter from Victoria!

Announcing LAJF's New Director of Advancement: Victoria Enriquez
December 22, 2025
Emily Barnard
Why I Give Back to CRS - A Letter from Evan ...

CRS alum and LAJF Board Member, Evan Schwartz, shares why Camp Rising Sun has remained such a meaningful part of his life, and why he continues to give back, year after year.

Click to read his personal year-end note and gift match announcement! Please consider making a gift to LAJF and Camp Rising Sun before 2025 ends. Go to lajf.org/donate to give now.

Why I Give Back to CRS - A Letter from Evan Schwartz
December 16, 2025
Emily Barnard
Be the Roots that Support Ethical Leaders - ...

LAJF and Camp Rising Sun are fortified by strong roots that stretch back 95 years. What began as a summer camp in 1930, is now a global movement that has grown generations of ethical leaders. Click to read the full end of year letter from our Executive Director, Barry Fulton.

Be the Roots that Support Ethical Leaders - Letter from Executive Director, Barry Fulton
October 30, 2025
Emily Barnard
95th Anniversary Reunion and Gala Photo Gallery

Thank you for celebrating 95 Years of Camp Rising Sun! From October 24-26, 2025, we gathered at the iconic TWA Hotel to celebrate 95 years of Camp Rising Sun—and the global community that has made it all possible. Click to view photo highlights from the weekend celebration!

95th Anniversary Reunion and Gala Photo Gallery
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June 28, 2019
Camp News, Friday Blog Post, CRS TIMES

CRS Times: CRS ‘19 Week 1

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June 28, 2019
Camp News, Friday Blog Post, CRS TIMES
CRS Times: CRS ‘19 Week 1

Our 2019 girls’ session has started! Hear from some of our second years, read about Rick Richter’s visit, and read some letters home from Camp.

Tagged: Camp News, Summer 2019

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June 21, 2019
Camp News, Friday Blog Post

Staff Training 2019

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June 21, 2019
Camp News, Friday Blog Post
Staff Training 2019

The Camp Rising Sun team is eager to welcome the first group of campers this weekend! This past week, our counselors and second-year campers have been working hard setting up Camp and participating in valuable training sessions in preparation for the 2019 season.

Tagged: Camp News, Summer 2019

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June 14, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News

Meet the Incoming 2019 Counselors

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June 14, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News
Meet the Incoming 2019 Counselors

Our counselors have traveled from near and far and are currently partaking in a challenging staff training at Camp. Here is a glimpse of a few of the talented individuals who will be engaging with our Campers this year.

Tagged: Camp News, Summer 2019

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June 11, 2019
Friday Blog Post

Volunteer Weekend 2019

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June 11, 2019
Friday Blog Post
Volunteer Weekend 2019

Volunteer Weekend brings together alumni, family, and friends to help ensure Camp is prepared for our campers. The tents are put up, projects are worked on, and the pool is uncovered.

Tagged: Alumni Events & Gatherings, Clinton, Volunteer, Summer 2019

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June 7, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News

Meet Camp’s 2019 Leadership

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June 7, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News
Meet Camp’s 2019 Leadership

Camp is gaining new leadership this Summer. Here is a glimpse at the talented individuals who will be engaging with our Counselors and Campers this year.

Tagged: Camp News, Summer 2019

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May 31, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News, Fundraising

Meet More of the Incoming 2019 Campers

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May 31, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News, Fundraising
Meet  More of the Incoming 2019 Campers

This summer we will welcome campers from 37 different countries and several American states.  Last week, CRS and LAJF introduced some of our incoming 2019 campers. This week, we would like to introduce a few more campers.

Tagged: Incoming Campers, Camp News, Summer 2019

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May 24, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News, Fundraising

Meet the Incoming 2019 Campers

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May 24, 2019
Friday Blog Post, Camp News, Fundraising
Meet the Incoming 2019 Campers

CRS and LAJF are excited to welcome all of our campers to New York City in a few short weeks. This year we will welcome campers from 37 different countries and several American states. Here is an introduction to a few of our 2019 campers.

Tagged: Incoming Campers, Camp News, Summer 2019

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May 17, 2019
Events, Friday Blog Post

Alumni Weekend 2019

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May 17, 2019
Events, Friday Blog Post
Alumni Weekend 2019

Join us at Camp for the 2019 Alumni Reunion, July 19th - July 21st. This summer marks the 30th Anniversary since CRS expanded onto the Clinton campus and the decision to add girls’ programming.

Tagged: Summer Reunion, Alumni Reunion, Alumni Events & Gatherings, Summer 2019

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LOUIS AUGUST JONAS FOUNDATION
6 RISING SUN LANE
RHINEBECK, NY, 12572, UNITED STATES
+1 (212) 686-1930
CONTACT@LAJF.ORG

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. 

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