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The Louis August Jonas Foundation

About Us
Our Mission and History
Our Staff
Board of Directors
Financial Reports
Strategic Plan
Contact Us
Work With Us
Programs
Our Programs
Camp Rising Sun
The Ethical Leadership Experience
Custom Programs for Schools & Groups
Curriculum
Apply
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Apply to be a Second Year
Legacy Campers at CRS
Summer Staff
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Get Involved
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Events
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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
October 8, 2025
Emily Barnard
11th Annual NYAA Picnic in Central Park

This year was the 11th Annual CRS NYAA Picnic in Central Park! Thank you to the New York Alumni Association for hosting and for everyone who joined us. Click the post to check out photos from the event.

11th Annual NYAA Picnic in Central Park
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December 13, 2019
From the Staff, Camp Life

The Importance of Teamworks at Camp

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December 13, 2019
From the Staff, Camp Life
The Importance of Teamworks at Camp

What are teamworks at Camp and why are they important? Learn all about teamworks through the words of the Program Director, Laura Wondra.

Tagged: Camper for Life, Teamworks, Laura Wondra, Staff

Development Assistant
November 29, 2019
Alumni Spotlight, Women Leaders

Emilia - Climate Change Campaign

Development Assistant
November 29, 2019
Alumni Spotlight, Women Leaders
Emilia - Climate Change Campaign

Meet Emilia Laine, a former camper (‘12 ‘13) and Camp counselor at CRS (‘18 ‘19), who is ambitiously creating global changes by promoting women’s health and climate change education. Read about her inspirational post-Camp impact.

Tagged: Alumni Beings & Doings, Camper for Life

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November 15, 2019
Alumni Spotlight

The Female Pioneers of CRS 1989

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November 15, 2019
Alumni Spotlight
The Female Pioneers of CRS 1989

In celebration of this year's 30th Anniversary of Clinton and CRS girls' programming, we will be sharing the life stories and life lessons of some of our remarkable alumnae. Meet Trina, a 1989 alumna and an Actuary residing in Burlington, Vermont.

Tagged: Camper for Life

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November 8, 2019
Friday Blog Post

Staying Connected with CRS

Guest User
November 8, 2019
Friday Blog Post
Staying Connected with CRS

We are interested in you for life. As you progress through the life stages post Camp, we are here to offer you several resources for connection with Camp and your fellow alumni. We have the College Student Network (CRS CSN), the alumni database, Alumni Associations, and you can become an Advocate.

Tagged: Engagement Opportunity, College Network, Alumni Association Spotlight

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November 1, 2019
Camp News, Friday Blog Post

Camp Rising Sun 2020 Applications Are Open!

Guest User
November 1, 2019
Camp News, Friday Blog Post
Camp Rising Sun 2020 Applications Are Open!

Applications for the Camp Rising Sun 2020 season are now open. Apply today! Check out the details and share the news.

Tagged: Incoming Campers, Camp News, Summer 2020, Staff

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October 25, 2019
Board Meeting, Camper for Life

LAJF Board President’s Remarks

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October 25, 2019
Board Meeting, Camper for Life
LAJF Board President’s Remarks

Camp Rising Sun is coming up on 90 years of service. President Tim Conners has taken time to reflect on the mission of the organization and is looking forward to our sustainable future

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October 18, 2019
Alumni Spotlight

The Female Pioneers of CRS 1989

Guest User
October 18, 2019
Alumni Spotlight
The Female Pioneers of CRS 1989

Happy 30th anniversary of CRS’s Clinton campus! In 1989, the first women of CRS stepped onto Clinton! In celebration of this momentous event, we will be sharing their life stories and life lessons. Meet Lenore Graham, a Market Development Manager in Aviation & Aerospace.

Tagged: Camper for Life

Development Assistant
October 4, 2019
Alumni Spotlight, Camper for Life, Women Leaders

Living the Mission- Jennifer

Development Assistant
October 4, 2019
Alumni Spotlight, Camper for Life, Women Leaders
Living the Mission- Jennifer

Meet Jennifer Montalvo, an alumna of CRS ‘98. From camper to financial recruiter mogul, read about how Jennifer has climbed up the financial services ladder and has become a major asset to Global Banking & Markets.

Tagged: Camper for Life

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Dec 22, 2025
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Be the Roots that Support Ethical Leaders - Letter from Executive Director, Barry Fulton
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95th Anniversary Reunion and Gala Photo Gallery
Oct 30, 2025
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Oct 30, 2025
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11th Annual NYAA Picnic in Central Park
Oct 8, 2025
11th Annual NYAA Picnic in Central Park
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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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Louis August Jonas Foundation, 6 Rising Sun Lane, Rhinebeck, NY, 12572, United States(212) 686-1930contact@lajf.org