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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
Apply
Apply to be a Second Year
Legacy Campers at CRS
Summer Staff
Frequently Asked Questions
Alumni
Get Involved
Our Global Community
CRS Alumni Directory
Alumni Networks
Alumni Scholarships
Alumni Opportunities
Alumni Publications
Events
Upcoming Events
Private Events
Media
Blog
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Why Give
2025 Impact Stories
Why Give?
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CRS Sustainers
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Donate
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
Emily Barnard
February 10, 2025

CRS Women's Brunch 2025

Emily Barnard
February 10, 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.

Emily Barnard
January 29, 2025

A Message from Helene

Emily Barnard
January 29, 2025
A Message from Helene

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

Emily Barnard
December 18, 2024

A Special Message from Rick Richter

Emily Barnard
December 18, 2024
A Special Message from Rick Richter

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

Emily Barnard
December 12, 2024

Give to Ethical Leadership this Giving Season!

Emily Barnard
December 12, 2024
Give to Ethical Leadership this Giving Season!

Make a gift to Camp Rising Sun this giving season and support ethical leadership! Click to read a special message from LAJF Executive Director, Helene Mattera.

Emily Barnard
November 4, 2024

10th Annual NYAA Picnic in Central Park

Emily Barnard
November 4, 2024
10th Annual NYAA Picnic in Central Park

This year was the 10th Annual CRS Alumni 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.

Emily Barnard
October 30, 2024

Annual LAJF Board Retreat 2024

Emily Barnard
October 30, 2024
Annual LAJF Board Retreat 2024

Read the highlights from our annual LAJF Board Retreat at Camp! Big thanks to the incredible members of our Board of Directors who volunteer their time and give their energy to ensure the foundation and CRS continue to thrive.

Emily Barnard
September 25, 2024

CRS World Reunion 2024 in Poland

Emily Barnard
September 25, 2024
CRS World Reunion 2024 in Poland

Thank you to all of the CRS Alums who gathered together in Poland for the World Reunion in September 2024! Click to check out photos from the weekend.

Emily Barnard
August 28, 2024

CRS Session II Photo Gallery

Emily Barnard
August 28, 2024
CRS Session II Photo Gallery

Check out photos from CRS Session II (Boys/Non-Binary) during the Summer 2024 season!

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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