Help Provide Lakota Children a Summer to Remember
At St. Joseph's Rising Eagle Day Camp, Native American children in need enjoy activities designed to give them a carefree summer where they can just be a kid.
For four weeks, St. Joseph's bus travels more than 120 miles — EACH DAY — to local reservations. At the meeting spot, up to 100 Lakota (Sioux) children wait, hoping they will have one of the limited seats on the bus. Back at St. Joseph's campus, the boys and girls enjoy traditional arts and crafts, Lakota games and more. Two hearty meals and snacks complete the day … all in a safe, stable environment.
"I like that we get lunch every day. I like the food a lot. It's good!"
— Evana, day camp attendee
— Evana, day camp attendee
Because camp is always free to those who attend, we need to raise $60,000 by June 28 to cover all the costs. Please give a gift today!