2025-05-15T09:15:34-07:00 2024-06-30 990 2023-07-01 200814999 LIFE CAMPS INCORPORATED LIFE 6462580936 111-12 SUTPHIN BLVD JAMAICA NY 11435 ERICA FORD Executive Director 2025-05-15 true 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Erica Ford 111-12 SUTPHIN BLVD JAMAICA NY 11435 8498966 false X www.peaceisalifestyle.com X 2002 NY LIFE CAMP PROVIDES YOUTH AND FAMILIES THAT HAVE BEEN IMPACTED BY VIOLENCE WITH THE VALUABLE TOOLS THEY NEED TO STAY IN SCHOOL AND OUT OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM. WE APPROACH VIOLENCE AS A PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE, PROVIDING PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS ITS UNDERLYING CAUSES. 7 6 66 50 0 6941278 8133403 101806 134 12381 -195707 6953659 8039636 14824 0 0 4220749 4118084 154355 81924 81924 3388583 3175992 7778511 7376000 -824852 663636 2886609 2512241 2611003 1572999 275606 939242 LIFE CAMP PROVIDES YOUTH AND FAMILIES THAT HAVE BEEN IMPACTED BY VIOLENCE WITH THE VALUABLE TOOLS THEY NEED TO STAY IN SCHOOL AND OUT OF THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM. WE APPROACH VIOLENCE AS A PUBLIC HEALTH ISSUE, PROVIDING PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS ITS UNDERLYING CAUSES. false false 2833570 2000 The Cure Violence (CV) Team actively engaged with over 20,000 community members within the catchment area we serve and its surrounding regions. This outreach included initiatives such as Hood to the Woods, Peace Week, and Gun Violence Awareness Month, all aimed at promoting peace and raising awareness about the impact of gun violence. 1445980 The Therapeutic Wellness Department (TWS) provided direct services and wellness activations to 10,000 community members, in schools, churches, CBOs and communities across the nation. Those impacted included high-risk youth affected by trauma, parents coping with the loss of children to gun violence, and frontline staff facing stress. These services encompassed a range of events such as advocacy, education, and public outreach. Additionally, 1000 referrals were made to essential services like mental health support and emergency housing, addressing critical needs within the community. 1127581 99806 Youth Program - Throughout the period from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, LIFE Camp consistently provided support to NYC youth and young adults, schools and the community in Southeast Queens. This significantly enhanced the safety of students, staff and the community as a whole. Our enrichment programs have been successful in addressing high rates of violence in our community. Programs include, but are not limited to: Giant Thinkings Mind Up class provided participants with a program that utilized physical exercise to alleviate stress and enhance mental clarity. Participants benefited from the opportunity to engage in activities aimed at reducing stress levels and improving cognitive function. Financial Literacy: Participants acquired invaluable insights into the principles of saving and wealth management, transcending mere material possessions. This knowledge equips them with essential skills to navigate personal finances, make informed decisions, and cultivate long-term financial stability, empowering them to achieve their goals and secure their financial futures. Urban Yogis: Participants deeply engaged in meditation and yoga sessions, cultivating a profound sense of inner peace and overall well-being. For participants, this practice serves as a powerful tool for managing stress, trauma, and challenging emotions, offering a pathway to healing and resilience amidst adversity. Animation Initiative: An 8-12 week program heavily concentrated on arts education, DJing, composition and recording, graphic and fashion design, animation, and film and TV production. Programming offers opportunities for social interactions while creating a space for personal exploration of each individual's personal interests.Anti Gun Violence Employment Program The Anti-Gun Violence Employment Program (AGVEP) operates as a year-round employment initiative tailored for individuals aged 14 to 24 who face the risk of either perpetuating or falling victim to gun violence. Participants engage in projects crafted to foster social, educational, and professional advancement, aiming to break the cycle of violence while nurturing personal development. Work Learn Grow: This program provides paid internships and career readiness training to youth and young adults. There is a focus on building upon skills learned through the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). The program offers opportunities for students to explore career paths, develop essential work skills, and even earn college credit. Summer Youth Employment Program initiative for youth employment, fostering connections between NYC youth aged 14 to 24 and invaluable career exploration opportunities alongside paid work experience during each summer. SYEP empowers participants to delve into diverse interests and career paths, fostering the development of effective workplace habits while engaging in enriching learning experiences that bolster their social, civic, and leadership proficiencies.Supervising five schools, LIFE Camp served a cumulative total of 3,000 students across multiple programs. 5407131 true true false false false false false false false false true false false true true true false true false false false false false true true false false false false true false false false true false false false false false false false false true false false false false true 56 0 true 66 true false false false false false true true false 0 false false false false false false false X 7 6 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true false false false NY X ANN-KERRY JEAN-CHARLES 6462580936 111-12 SUTPHIN BLVD JAMAICA NY 11435 X Erica Ford Executive Dir. 40.00 0.00 X X 194177 0 6675 Robin D Kearse CWO 40.00 0.00 X 134178 0 6727 Ann-Kerry Jean-Charles CFO 40.00 0.00 X 134742 0 5335 Tiffany Lamela Co-Exec. 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