Connect With Your Taiwanese American Identity
Become whole person leaders through an understanding of heritage, self, and the world.
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We are a lifelong Taiwanese American community in the Bay Area - built by the current generation of TAs for the next generation.
Our mission is to develop the Taiwanese American community into whole person leaders through an understanding of heritage, self, and the world.
What is LYF Camp?
Leading Youth Forward (LYF) Camp is a weeklong Taiwanese American youth leadership summer camp designed to be a safe environment for youth to discover and develop who they are.
Campers who have completed grades 4 through 12 can register. Although we largely serve Taiwanese American youth, we encourage anyone of any ethnic origin interested in Taiwanese American culture, values, and leadership to attend.
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Goals of LYF Camp
Cultivate their leadership and communication skills
Nurture the campers' interests and passions
Deepen the campers' understanding of their unique cultural heritage
Connect them with other Taiwanese Americans
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Development through the Whole Person Leadership Model
Built by the current TA generation for the next generation
Acceptance & Belonging
A lifelong community of Taiwanese American friends
Identity & Development
A safe space outside of school and family to be themselves and learn who they are
Leadership
A steady pipeline of leadership development opportunities to meet your kid where they’re at over the years
We found out about LYF Camp long ago. We are 2nd generation parents that had friends who were counselors many moons ago, and have been waiting for our kids to be old enough to join!
LYF Camp looks like a lot of fun, but also with a great purpose. Thanks for all the hard work and dedication!
Parent, 2013
I decided to send my child to LYF Camp so they could have the summer camp experience, help build independence, and learn about their culture by reinforcing Taiwanese-American identity and friendships.
All the stars and planets have lined up for them to go, and now they can’t live without LYF Camp. The joy in their eyes, the dance in their steps, and the love they feel in their hearts, tells all.
Parent, 2013
I would recommend this camp because I love all the various lessons and teachings.
Thanks a million to all the camp staff that made camp so awesome!
My daughter had a fabulous time. She's a first time camper and didn't know anyone. On the drive home she talked nonstop about all her new friends, fun experiences and delicious food! She asked to return next year and wants to invite all her friends and cousins. I can't wait to sign her up for next year's camp!
I hope next year's camp will be at Green Mountain Retreat again. Thank you again to everyone who made this camp possible and so special!
Parent, 2022
We found out about LYF Camp long ago. We are 2nd generation parents that had friends who were counselors many moons ago, and have been waiting for our kids to be old enough to join!
LYF Camp looks like a lot of fun, but also with a great purpose. Thanks for all the hard work and dedication!
Parent, 2013
I decided to send my child to LYF Camp so they could have the summer camp experience, help build independence, and learn about their culture by reinforcing Taiwanese-American identity and friendships.
All the stars and planets have lined up for them to go, and now they can’t live without LYF Camp. The joy in their eyes, the dance in their steps, and the love they feel in their hearts, tells all.
Parent, 2013
I would recommend this camp because I love all the various lessons and teachings.
Thanks a million to all the camp staff that made camp so awesome!
My daughter had a fabulous time. She's a first time camper and didn't know anyone. On the drive home she talked nonstop about all her new friends, fun experiences and delicious food! She asked to return next year and wants to invite all her friends and cousins. I can't wait to sign her up for next year's camp!
I hope next year's camp will be at Green Mountain Retreat again. Thank you again to everyone who made this camp possible and so special!
Parent, 2022
We found out about LYF Camp long ago. We are 2nd generation parents that had friends who were counselors many moons ago, and have been waiting for our kids to be old enough to join!
LYF Camp looks like a lot of fun, but also with a great purpose. Thanks for all the hard work and dedication!
Parent, 2013
I decided to send my child to LYF Camp so they could have the summer camp experience, help build independence, and learn about their culture by reinforcing Taiwanese-American identity and friendships.
All the stars and planets have lined up for them to go, and now they can’t live without LYF Camp. The joy in their eyes, the dance in their steps, and the love they feel in their hearts, tells all.
Parent, 2013
I would recommend this camp because I love all the various lessons and teachings.
Thanks a million to all the camp staff that made camp so awesome!
My daughter had a fabulous time. She's a first time camper and didn't know anyone. On the drive home she talked nonstop about all her new friends, fun experiences and delicious food! She asked to return next year and wants to invite all her friends and cousins. I can't wait to sign her up for next year's camp!
I hope next year's camp will be at Green Mountain Retreat again. Thank you again to everyone who made this camp possible and so special!
Parent, 2022