The mission ofSunriseDay Camp-Long Island is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings through our Day Camp, Year-Round,andIn-Hospital Programs, all offeredfree of charge.
More than just a walk,SunriseWALKSis an event filled with music, face painting, games, prizes, and more! Through your generosity, you have the power to give children with cancer a gift that will change their lives forever: the magic of summer.
A WALK TO GIVE SUMMER BACK TO CHILDREN WITH CANCER
By joining us, you will be playing a key role in sending children affected by cancer to Sunrise Day Camp, where they can forget about hospital beds and needles, and enjoy a summer camp filled with excitement, friendship and fun.
2. Take a picture and post it on your social media – be sure to use hashtags #WhyIWalk #WhyIWalkChallenge #SunriseWALKS #SunriseDayCamp and link your Team Page.
3. Be sure to tag a friend to challenge them to join the #WhyIWalkChallenge.
MEET OUR 2019 NATIONAL WALK AMBASSADORS
Click HEREto learn about The Schaefer Family's story and magical experience at Sunrise Day Camp!
Social media is one of the fastest growing and most effective ways to fundraise.
One exciting new tool is the Social Media Punch Card! Sure, it looks pretty, but how does it work?
1. Save the Punch Card to your phone by taking a screenshot or holding down the image until "save image" pops up. If you have any issues downloading the image, please email emily.tedesco@sunriseassociation.org.
2. Upload the Punch Card to your Instagram or Facebook story (add your Venmo name so people know where to send the money).
3. Share a short explanation so people know what you're asking for and why.
4. As people Venmo you a donation, tag their social media handle on the Punch Card and "cross off" the amount they donated.
5. Every time a donation is received, re-post the updated Punch Card. People appreciate being recognized for their good work!
6. If you're using Instagram stories, search "Sunrise Day Camp" in the Gif section - we have adorable Sunrise Gifs for you to use!
7. Make sure to say thank you and add the URL to your SunriseWALKS Team page!
Please keep in mind you'll have to make a donation to your Team page using the money that was donated to your Venmo account.