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ASPYRE Leadership Camp 2026
Organized by LGBT Center of Raleigh
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Deadline: Oct 10, 2026 11:59 pm
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Oct 08, 2026 5:00 pm - Oct 11, 2026 2:00 pm
About
ASPYRE Leadership Camp
Is a weekend-long (Thursday-Sunday) retreat for LGBTQ youth and allies ages 13-17 or 18 and still in high school. They will be learning skills needed to enact change in their communities. Campers will also have the opportunity to network with other LGBTQ youth from across the state, make new friendships, and get inspired!!!
Camp costs around $400 a camper/volunteer; donations like yours help us to keep camp affordable and offer scholarships for campers in need.
Camp cost breakdown examples:
Lodging and meals: $12,000
Workshop facilitators: $5,000
Activities (archery, fishing, etc.): $650
Snacks: $500
Swag (water bottles, lanyards, shirts): $1,500
All donations, no matter how big or small, help us to continue to offer this amazing opportunity to youth each year!
What are the levels
| Custom | Any Amount |
| Provide snacks for a camper | $10.00 |
| Cover activities for a camper | $15.00 |
| Provide swag for a camper | $30.00 |
| Provide general support | $50.00 |
| Provide general support | $100.00 |
| Cover lodging and meals for a camper | $250.00 |
| Sponsor total cost for a camper | $400.00 |
| Cover the cost of a facilitator | $500.00 |
About the event
ASPYRE brings together youth into an inspiring, engaging space where they can discover their strengths and build the confidence to lead meaningful change in their communities. Throughout the weekend, campers develop growth, resilience, and community awareness while exploring essential leadership values like wellness, communication, goal‑setting, and ethical problem‑solving. Interactive workshops, team‑building activities, and knowledgeable guest speakers help youth deepen their understanding of social justice, activism, and community organizing, giving them practical tools and confidence to make an impact in the world.
This year, youth can expect a more challenging, curriculum-based program while integrating traditional nature camp experiences like archery, campfires, physical movement activities, and music. Participants should prepare to be engaged throughout the camp. There will be periodic breaks and social activities to give campers time for connection. There will be adult support and spaces provided for participants who may become overwhelmed.
At the heart of ASPYRE is connection. Participants form new friendships, build supportive networks, and engage with adult community leaders who share their commitment and interest in making a difference. Together, they will explore intersectionality and learn how their voices and actions could positively affect many groups facing oppression and marginalization. By the end of camp, youth will leave with unforgettable memories, new leadership skills, clear goals to integrate their learning from camp, and the inspiration to step into their communities as caring, capable ASPYRE leaders.
