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▌ Specialty · Ages 3–16

Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago

Lake Zurich, IL · ★ 4.7 (39 reviews)

Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago provides a free, inclusive summer day camp experience for children with cancer and their siblings, fostering a sense of normalcy and...

▌ Editor's read The website for Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago loads successfully and clearly outlines its mission to provide a free summer day camp for children with cancer and their siblings. The camp is a program of the Sunrise Association, a non-profit organization, and operates in partnership with the JCC Chicago. While not ACA accredited, the camp emphasizes medical supervision and a high staff-to-camper ratio, though a specific number is not published. The 'Staff' page mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive extensive training. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 10 reviews, with parents praising the supportive environment and the joy it brings to their children. The program is exclusively a day camp, offering a variety of activities tailored to the campers' needs. Social media handles are active on Instagram (@sunrisedaycampchicago) and Facebook (SunriseDayCampChicago), showcasing camp activities and community engagement.
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Who thrives here Ages 3–16

Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 3–16
  • Address: 23280 N. Old McHenry Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
  • Cost notes: Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago is 100% free for families.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago

What ages does Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago accept?
Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago is open to children ages 3–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago cost?
Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago is 100% free for families. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago?
Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago provide lunch?
Sunrise Day Camp-Chicago does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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