Love No Ego Foundation and Elements of Peace Summer Camp

Dates: Monday, August 3rd 2026 to Friday, August 7th 2026

Ages: 12-14 recommended; Mature & enthusiastic 11 year olds as well as 15 year olds who may like to become mentors/counselors for future Elements of Peace programs are also encouraged to apply!

Location: Contemplative Sciences Center and field trips to other nature locations around Charlottesville.

Daily schedule:  9-3PM. Please drop your child off at the Contemplative Sciences Center as our starting location for each day. Pick up times may vary depending on afternoon adventure.

Values and Expectations: Elements of Peace emphasizes the values of loving-kindness, compassion, and care toward self, others, and the natural world. Please read the Program Values and Expectations. Attendance on all five days is expected given the importance we place on cultivating a safe and connected community and on the progressive learning of knowledge and skills. Please only apply if the youth is able and committed to attend all five days.

Cost: $500. Limited partial and full need-based scholarships are available. To apply, please specify need on the application below. Youth may be waitlisted for the scholarship in case we receive more funding or a spot opens up. Please apply for the scholarship only if the youth is able and committed to attending all five days of the program.

What to bring/wear:

• Bag, such as a Backpack

• Closed toe shoes

• Reusable Water Bottle

• Sunscreen

• Journal (provided to youth on the first day)

Please note that Elements of Peace is not a mental healthcare provider or licensed childcare provider according to VDOE Code 22.1-289.030.

If you have any issues or questions about attendance, cost, or participation in any of the activities, please email us at elementsofpeaceprogram@gmail.com, and we will do our best to respond within 1 week. We are a primarily volunteer run organization and appreciate your patience with our response time.