Our Mission
Founded in 2014, Camp S.W.A.G. (Students With Ambitions & Goals) empowers tweens and teens to reach their full
potential through leadership development, STEM education, and character-building experiences. Serving youth in Los Angeles, CA, Raleigh-Durham, NC, and Indianapolis, IN, our programs—including the Girls Are Phenomenal (GAP) Academy and Youth Leadership Academy (YLA), STEM workshops, and personalized mentoring—provide opportunities that combine academic learning, career exploration, and personal growth.
At Camp S.W.A.G., we are committed to delivering inclusive, hands-on programs that welcome youth from all cultural, ethnic, and financial backgrounds. Through immersive leadership workshops, STEM labs, and mentoring programs, participants gain practical skills, confidence, and resilience to thrive in school, career, and life.
Our mission is to help youth build character, leadership, and self-confidence while fostering respect for themselves, others, and their communities. We cultivate future innovators and community leaders who are prepared to make a meaningful impact in their local communities.
Our Vision
Camp S.W.A.G. strives to be a recognized leader in youth empowerment, innovation, and leadership development. We go beyond traditional youth programs by creating transformative learning experiences where teens develop integrity, discipline, and the drive to succeed.
Through our GAP and YLA Academy leadership initiatives, STEM workshops, mentoring programs, and annual residential camps, Camp S.W.A.G. provides immersive experiences that blend education, career readiness, community service, and adventure-based learning—preparing youth in Los Angeles, Raleigh-Durham, and Indianapolis to thrive as leaders in their communities.
At Camp S.W.A.G., we don’t just prepare teens for the future—we empower them to create it.