Building Bridges Camp

Building Bridges Camp, formerly known as Brotherhood Sisterhood camp has been in existence since 1965. It is the region’s most transformative program for high school youth who are looking to make the world a better place.

What:  Opportunity for youth to discuss social justice topics in a safe and brave environment with high school students from across the region. We use interactive workshops, activities, and dialogues, as tools to learn and reflect. Our goal is to encourage students to be a change maker in their school and leaders in their communities.

When:  3-day residential camp offered in November and March.

The next camp will be in March, 2025 and the focus is Racial Justice. Stay tuned for dates and registration information!

Where: Pilgrim Pine Camp Center, Yucaipa, CA. Transportation provided.

Cost: The total cost per student is $150 which includes sleeping accommodations, meals, and transportation to and from the Camp.

How: Students attending a school without a specific camp recruiter, may apply using the online application. Please see below for the schools in which we have designated school recruiters.

Questions: Contact Sarah Rana, Building Bridges Program Coordinator at srana@cacej.org.

The application to Building Bridges Camp can be filled out online, but if you would like to hear more about the Camp experience and talk with your school Recruiter, please see their names listed below. *It is also important to notify your school Recruiter if you apply for Camp so that they can be aware of all youth attending from their schools.

2024 - 2025 School Recruiters:

  • Augustus Hawkins High School | Cynthia Castillo

  • Browning High School | Carolyn Doll and Tomika Romant

  • Cabrillo High School | George Walton

  • Esperanza Marquez High B Libra Academy | Thania Rodarte

  • Jordan High School | Octavio Mojica

  • Lakewood High School | Ms. Whitaker

  • McBride High School | Kati Hoover

  • Mendez High School | Emily Grijalva

  • Millikan High School | Jeanette Sanchez and Sandra Gutierrez

  • Long Beach Polytechnic High School | Rob Shock

  • Poly Academy of Achievers and Leaders | Ms. White

  • Reid High School | John Nahn

  • Renaissance High School for the Arts | Ryan Noble

  • Woodrow Wilson High School | Marianne Drummond, Ted Hollister, and Susan Cavelary

Video production: Taizin Barnhardt, CCEJ Alumni, and current Youth Mentor for Building Bridges for Youth Programs.

“What is one word to describe Building Bridges Camp?”

We asked Building Bridges youth leaders, mentors, and staff to describe Building Bridges in one word. Hear their words.

Video production: Taizin Barnhardt, CCEJ Alumni, and current Youth Mentor for Building Bridges for Youth Programs.

“What do you love about Building Bridges Camp?”

We asked Building Bridges youth leaders, mentors, and staff what they love about Building Bridges Camp. Listen to their stories.