Camp RISE will be held June 22-August 7, 2026 (closed June 26-July 3, 2026).
Applications
New and returning participants must complete an application form to be considered for Camp RISE. Applications for Camp RISE 2026 close Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4pm CST. You will receive an email response to your application by May 15.
As part of Camp RISE this year, we are conducting a study to better understand how youth programs support young people’s development and well-being. The study is being conducted in collaboration with BIT, an independent research organization that works with cities around the world to evaluate and improve public programs. To participate, please take the 5-minute survey below.
Camp RISE youth must meet the following qualifications:
NEW THIS YEAR: Camp RISE will enroll returning campers that meet the qualifications above. Remaining camper slots will be selected through a randomized lottery system.
About the Program
Camp RISE is a free summer enrichment and career exploration program that aims to provide Milwaukee youth with the tools to become leaders in their community. Camp RISE is an Earn & Learn initiative developed in partnership with Milwaukee Public Schools and the City of Milwaukee.
Camp RISE includes evidence-based youth leadership curriculum to empower participants to help them make positive decisions and contribute to a better society. The 6-week camp programming includes:
We believe in the transformative power of early career exposure and hands-on experience. We invite you to support life-changing experiences for Milwaukee's youth and young adults by donating to Camp RISE. Your support will fund unique opportunities for participants to explore career paths, develop essential life skills, and engage in activities that positively impact their communities—laying the groundwork for lifelong success and economic stability.
This project is funded in part through a City of Milwaukee grant of federal community development funds.
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