Sunrise Association

Sunrise Association The mission of the Sunrise Association is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer

The mission of the Sunrise Association 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 programs, all offered free of charge. OUR VISION
We work towards a world where cancer will not be the defining fact

or in a child’s life; where children and families navigating the difficult world of pediatric cancer can find hope, love, and an extra ray of sunshine; where cultural diversity is embraced and every child is celebrated for who they are and for the unique gifts they bring into the world. OUR VALUES
Fun Is Mandatory
Sunrise is children just being children - having fun playing and laughing together. We want every child, even if they can attend for only a day, to have the best day ever! Inclusivity and Diversity
Sunrise is a world-wide organization made up of people from every walk of life who recognize and embrace the unique journey of each child. Sunrise actively seeks to create inclusive communities – whether at camp or in the hospitals – that celebrate diversity and equity among all children and staff while respecting both the differences and the commonalities that bind us together as a human family. Hope & Healing
While we may not be able to cure cancer, Sunrise can provide the healing of the heart as well as the hope that each child can experience the true meaning of childhood.

🎤 Get ready for a K-Pop takeover! 🎤🎶Our next Virtual Meet & Greet is coming this May—and we’re bringing the singing voic...
05/11/2026

🎤 Get ready for a K-Pop takeover! 🎤🎶

Our next Virtual Meet & Greet is coming this May—and we’re bringing the singing voice behind the youngest member of the Saja Boys to you! Join us for a special session with Danny Chung, the voice of Baby Saja from K-Pop Demon Hunters.

This interactive show includes:
✨ A live Q&A with the voice behind the character
✨ Stories about life in the recording booth and the world of K-Pop Demon Hunters
✨ A chance to ask Danny your burning questions about the Saja Boys

🗓 May 17
⏰ 5 PM ET | 4 CT | 3 MT | 2 PT
📍 Virtual | Free of charge for children & teens with cancer and their siblings

A high-energy experience full of music, fun, and surprises for all ages — RSVP today!

Save the date: July 10, 2026 💛 Camp Counselor Appreciation Day is back! Last year, 300+ camps signed up to celebrate the...
05/07/2026

Save the date: July 10, 2026 💛

Camp Counselor Appreciation Day is back! Last year, 300+ camps signed up to celebrate the people who make camp magic happen.

👉 Download the toolkit & start planning

💬 Spread the word

Let’s make year four the biggest yet. Be part of it: campcounselor.day

Last summer, our friend Jesse Solomon brought the cast of Bravo's Summer House out to Sunrise Day Camp – Long Island for...
05/05/2026

Last summer, our friend Jesse Solomon brought the cast of Bravo's Summer House out to Sunrise Day Camp – Long Island for a day of friendship bracelets, sports, and a whole lot of joy with our campers.

Jesse has become a true friend of Sunrise. His own cancer journey shaped his commitment to giving back, and watching him share that spirit with our kids was something we won't forget.

Tune in tonight, Tuesday May 5th at 8 PM on Bravo, to see Sunrise on Summer House. Check out the sneak peek here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wep4uRcBmUY

53 likes, 5 comments. "SNEAK PEEK: Jesse Reflects On His Cancer Journey By Giving Back | Summer House (S10 E14) | Bravo"

03/30/2026

At Sunrise Day Camps, children with cancer and their siblings can feel something they rarely do elsewhere — completely normal and fully included.

As Deddy Paz, lead researcher from Tel Aviv University’s School of Public Health, shares on the Sunrise Magic Makers Podcast:
“The focus is not on the illness. The focus is on being kids — surrounded by counselors who make sure they’re safe and having fun.”

Deddy led the landmark study confirming that this environment of joy and inclusion measurably improves children’s resilience and emotional well-being.

Hear Deddy’s full story on the pod and read the findings from the Impact Study here: https://www.sunriseassociation.org/magicmakers/.

03/16/2026

As Deddy Paz, lead researcher from Tel Aviv University’s School of Public Health, shares on the Sunrise Magic Makers Podcast:
“You don’t see the illness, you don’t see the challenges. You just see kids being kids — playing together, laughing together.”

Deddy led the landmark study confirming that Sunrise Day Camps build resilience, ease anxiety, and help children with cancer and their siblings rediscover joy — long after summer ends.

Hear Deddy’s full story on the pod and read the findings from the Impact Study here: https://www.sunriseassociation.org/magicmakers/

Join us for a night of big laughs and even bigger impact! We’re excited to announce that Roy Wood Jr. will headline this...
03/06/2026

Join us for a night of big laughs and even bigger impact! We’re excited to announce that Roy Wood Jr. will headline this year's Rock the River Benefit for Sunrise Day Camp-Pearl River. Get your tickets today at rocktheriverforsunrise.org.
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Roy is a comedian, author, Emmy-nominated producer, and former correspondent on The Daily Show who also headlined the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. He currently hosts Have I Got News for You on CNN and released his fourth stand-up special, Lonely Flowers, on Hulu. His new memoir, The Man of Many Fathers, published by Crown Publishing, was released at the end of 2025.
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Run with purpose and help bring the joys of childhood back to children with cancer and their siblings. 💜 Team Sunrise is...
02/19/2026

Run with purpose and help bring the joys of childhood back to children with cancer and their siblings. 💜

Team Sunrise is heading to the 2026 Chicago Marathon and we have 13 bibs available for Sunday, October 11, 2026!

✨ Apply by Feb 28th using the Team Sunrise Interest Form.
✨ Interested in a different marathon? You can indicate that on the form, too.

https://fs23.formsite.com/B273SV/vovar1px4c/index

So far this year, Team Sunrise runners have raised over $60,000 through the NYC and Chicago Marathons and we’re just getting started.

02/18/2026

For Najma Zanelli’s family, summer doesn’t start until Sunrise does. 🌞

As the parent of a child who battled cancer, she’s found something extraordinary — a place her kids never want to miss. They count down the days until camp, jump out of bed every morning, and fill their summer with laughter, friendship, and joy.

That’s the magic of Sunrise.

Hear Najma’s full story here: https://www.sunriseassociation.org/magicmakers/

This week was a powerful reminder of what Sunrise is all about: people coming together with purpose.At the 2026 Sunrise ...
02/13/2026

This week was a powerful reminder of what Sunrise is all about: people coming together with purpose.

At the 2026 Sunrise Association Staff Conference in Long Beach, we gathered around our theme, The Power of Connection, to strengthen how we show up for kids and families and for each other. From our partner communities and association camps across the US to our friends at Sunrise Israel, we connected, learned, and grew as one team.

Feeling energized, aligned, and ready for what’s next.

On  , we’re reminded why we do what we do.Sunrise Day Camp exists so children with cancer can just be kids — laugh, play...
02/04/2026

On , we’re reminded why we do what we do.

Sunrise Day Camp exists so children with cancer can just be kids — laugh, play, and feel the magic of summer.

We’re honored to be part of their journey. 💛

02/02/2026

When Najma Zanelli’s child was diagnosed with cancer, she never imagined a place where her kids could simply be kids again. 💛

At Sunrise Day Camp, she found that place — a community overflowing with love, safety, and joy. Seeing her children run off laughing, surrounded by people who care so deeply, reminded her what childhood is supposed to feel like.

Hear Najma’s full story here: https://www.sunriseassociation.org/magicmakers/

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11 Neil Court
Oceanside, NY
11572

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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