What if the future leaders of New Orleans became friends at age 9?
Apply to Live Oak
Applications are open now for returning campers. New camper applications open November 1, 2026. Campers are in 1st–9th grade, CITs are in 10th–11th grade, and Staff are 18+.
Apply using the links below.
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Our Mission
At Live Oak, we are reimagining leadership for our people and our community. We connect diverse, values-aligned youth from New Orleans at sleepaway camp and then invest in their success all year round.
The Live Oak Journey
It starts at camp and keeps going all year. Live Oak grows with young people from 1st grade through college and career.
Beyond Camp
September to May, in New Orleans · free or low cost, with aid · 579 young people in 2025–26
Gatherings for Connection
Hangouts for 6th grade and under, Mystery nights for 7th–8th grade, and four family events a year.
Trainings for Leadership Growth
A Leadership Seminar course for each year of high school.
Programs for Flourishing Lives
Mentors, ACT tutoring, college visits and paid internships, 9th grade and up.
What Our Families Are Saying
"My children have grown in independence and resilience but mostly confidence: confidence to be themselves, confidence to find new parts of themselves, confidence to serve others and most importantly to me in this world where children grow so fast - confidence to be the silly, wiggly kiddos they are."
Ready to Join the Live Oak Family?
Applications are open now for returning families. New camper applications open November 1, 2026. Take the first step toward a transformative experience.