The Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC in Staten Island is hosting the annual SunriseWALKS & Carnival fundraiser on June 22, benefiting the Sunrise Day Camp. This free summer camp uniquely supports children with cancer and their siblings. Highlighting its tenth anniversary, the event will feature a brief walk followed by a family carnival with activities like slides, bounce houses, and performances. Orit Lender, JCC CEO, underscored the role of community support. The camp serves over 160 children annually, providing vital joy amid their challenges and financial strains.
The SunriseWALKS & Carnival fundraiser supports the Lucille & Jay Chazanoff Sunrise Day Camp, providing joyful experiences for children with cancer and their siblings.
Orit Lender, CEO of the JCC, emphasized the importance of community support, stating 'None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our community.'
The camp serves over 160 children ages 3½ to 16, making this fundraiser crucial for maintaining the services and joy provided to these families.
This year celebrates the camp's tenth anniversary, highlighting a decade of restoring joy and childhood experiences to children battling cancer.
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