Experience. Lead. Change: Welcome to Camp LEAD
**Registration will open January 1, 2026!**

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Ignite a Lifelong Passion for Social Justice and Leadership

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What is Camp LEAD?

Camp LEAD is more than just a summer camp--it's a transformative experience designed to awaken the changemaker in every student. Modeled after our award-winning high school and middle school programming, Camp LEAD offers a condensed, age-appropriate curriculum that focuses on increasing cultural awareness, creative self-expression, honing leadership skills, and instilling a passion for social change. Your child will engage in hands-on activities, participate in enriching field trips, and connect with a like-minded community, all while learning the fundamentals of activism and leadership.

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Program Overview:

Camp LEAD creates an immersive educational environment that fosters social and emotional learning, community building, and leadership skill development to help campers challenge inequity and injustice. This summer we’re offering four different one-week-long day camp sessions (Monday- Friday), each with a unique theme designed to empower youth in Greater Saint Louis to become advocates for positive change in their communities.  Campers can participate in one or all of these sessions!

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When and Where

 **2026 Session Dates**: 

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  - Session 1: July 6 – July 10, 2026

  - Session 2: July 13 – July 17, 2026

  - Session 3: July 20 – July 24, 2026

  - Session 4: July 27 – July 31, 2026

Session Descriptions: 

To Be Announced

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Timing:

9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday

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For families needing additional care, we offer Before Care services from 8:00 to 9:00 am and After Care services from 3:00 to 5:00 pm for an additional fee.

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Who Should Apply?

Camp LEAD is open to 6th - 8th graders who are eager to learn more about their community and the world around them and make a positive impact. After submitting an application, campers and their families will be contacted within a few days with info on next steps.  Campers and families are required to attend an info session to learn more about Camp LEAD and review details and expectations. 

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Costs and Scholarships

Each week of Camp LEAD costs $350, which includes admission to all field trips, transportation, and supplies.

To ensure camp is accessible to all families, we offer an equitable sliding scale contribution based on household income. Families interested in sliding scale tuition submit income documentation as part of their registration.

A non-refundable deposit of 10% is required to reserve your child’s spot, with the remaining balance due before the camp session begins.

Ready to Ignite Change?  

For more information or specific inquiries, please contact:

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Email: info@LEADSTL.org  
Phone: 314-354-8236

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Experience the world. Lead the way. Change the future. Welcome to Camp LEAD.