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The Louis August Jonas Foundation

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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
Emily Barnard
July 9, 2025

Where Our Campers Come From—And Who We Miss This Year

Emily Barnard
July 9, 2025
Where Our Campers Come From—And Who We Miss This Year

Each summer at Camp Rising Sun is a reminder of what’s possible when young people from around the world come together to grow, lead, and connect. This year, we’re thrilled to welcome an incredible and diverse group of campers, but we’re also reckoning with who isn’t here and why.

Click to read this open letter to the CRS community from LAJF Director of Programs, Elyem Chej.

Emily Barnard
July 3, 2025

Meet Chayel, Assistant Camp Director

Emily Barnard
July 3, 2025
Meet Chayel, Assistant Camp Director

Get to know our Summer 2025 Team! Meet Chayel, our Program Coordinator at LAJF and one of this summer’s Assistant Camp Directors.

Emily Barnard
June 27, 2025

Camp Rising Sun Israel 2025 Seminar Program

Emily Barnard
June 27, 2025
Camp Rising Sun Israel 2025 Seminar Program

The CRS Israel Selection Committee hosted a three-day seminar in Jerusalem for incoming 2025 campers. It was a transformative experience, equipping the selected campers with the tools, perspectives, and community to represent Israel thoughtfully at CRS. Click to read about it.

Emily Barnard
June 23, 2025

Meet Nick, Camp Co-Director

Emily Barnard
June 23, 2025
Meet Nick, Camp Co-Director

Get to know our Summer 2025 Team! Meet Nick, who is one of our Camp Directors this year.

Emily Barnard
June 12, 2025

Meet Hrafnhildur, a.k.a Raven, Camp Co-Director

Emily Barnard
June 12, 2025
Meet Hrafnhildur, a.k.a Raven, Camp Co-Director

Get to know our Summer 2025 Team! Meet Hrafnhildur, also known as Raven, who is one of our Camp Directors this year.

Emily Barnard
June 4, 2025

CRS Summer 2025: A Statement from Camp Co-Directors, Nick & Raven

Emily Barnard
June 4, 2025
CRS Summer 2025: A Statement from Camp Co-Directors, Nick & Raven

Hear from Camp Rising Sun 2025 Co-Directors, Nick and Raven, who share their vision for the Summer Season! Click to read more.

Emily Barnard
May 5, 2025

Announcing our next Executive Director: Barry Fulton

Emily Barnard
May 5, 2025
Announcing our next Executive Director: Barry Fulton

It is with great excitement that, after an extensive search, we announce that Barrington (“Barry”) Fulton Jr. will be the next Executive Director of Louis August Jonas Foundation! Click to read the full announcement from our Board President, Cindy Abramson.

Emily Barnard
April 23, 2025

A Letter from Avi Blecherman (CRS '85): Reflections on a Shared Odyssey

Emily Barnard
April 23, 2025
A Letter from Avi Blecherman (CRS '85): Reflections on a Shared Odyssey

Avi Blecherman, CRS ‘95, shares thoughtful and heartwarming reflections from an Old House Fellowship Reunion with former LAJF Executive Director, Billy Dubey.

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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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