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Welcome to Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago

See the Sunrise Magic for Yourself…

Who We Are

Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago, a program of JCC Chicago, brings the simple pleasures of childhood back to children struggling with cancer, changing months of loneliness and isolation into summers filled with sunshine, laughter and happiness. And because Sunrise is a day camp, it does all this while allowing the children to continue their medical treatment and enjoy the comfort and safety of their own homes at night.

Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago is a proud member of the Sunrise Association, whose mission is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings worldwide. Sunrise accomplishes this through the creation and oversight of welcoming, inclusive summer day camps, year-round programs and in-hospital recreational activities, all offered free of charge.

Sharing Happiness

Since 2022, we have brought joy to over 500 kids with cancer and their siblings across Chicagoland. Check out our impact from our last camp season.

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Impact in Every Donation

Every dollar raised supports local children and families facing pediatric cancer. Thank you for your generosity!

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Will sponsor one day of camp per child

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Covers one week of daily popsicle treats

What We Do for Children with Cancer and their Siblings

Summer Day Camp & Virtual Camp

Sunrise is an 8-week summer day camp for children with cancer and their siblings ages 3 1/2 to 16.

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Year-Round Programs

Sunrise offers year-round fun-days to make summer last.

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In-Hospital Activities

Sunrise on Wheels brings the magic and fun of camp into participating hospitals

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Wheels Up!

Wheels Up! is an exciting program for children and teens where travel, arts and games come together.

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2025 Camp Dates

June 16-August 6

Siblings Welcome

Free transportation on staffed, air-conditioned buses

Medical Support

“The best thing about camp this summer was the abundance of joy and anticipation that all of my children experienced every day!”

– Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago Parent

Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago

23280 N. Old McHenry Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047

General Inquiries

224.633.1975lcohenlavin@jccchicago.org

Sunrise Day Camp – Chicago is a partnership between JCC Chicago and Sunrise Association. Learn more about these organizations.