A NEW DAY IN ACTION

Band Camp

Experience the Ultimate Week of Music & Learning!

A New Day Foundation Band Camp

August 4 – 8, 2025 | Columbia College Chicago

Hosted by Dr. Dawnn Lewis & Chuck Webb

Free for All Participants | Limited to 40 Students

What is the ANDF Band Camp?

The A New Day Foundation Band Camp is a FREE five-day immersive musical experience designed to inspire and elevate talented young musicians. From August 4 to August 8, 2025, students will dive into an unforgettable week of hands-on training, dynamic workshops, and unforgettable collaborations—all led by top industry professionals at Columbia College Chicago.

This camp is open to exceptional student musicians, with only 40 spots available, ensuring a focused, high-quality experience for all.


Why Join the Band Camp?

  • 100% Free for Participants

  • Guidance from Accomplished Music Professionals

  • Daily Instrumental & Vocal Ensemble Rehearsals

  • Workshops on Music Industry, Black & Latino Music History

  • Creative Collaboration in a Supportive Space

  • Camp Finale Concert & Recording Session

Explore diverse genres, develop new skills, and build lifelong connections through music.

ORIGIN MOVIE SCREENING

FULL INTERVIEW

Check out the full interview with Dawnn to learn more about her inspiring journey and what exciting projects she has in store. Click the link below to watch!

OUR MISSION

The A New Day Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, founded by Award Winning Actress, Musician, Producer & Activist Dawnn Lewis. The foundations mission is to provide financial and programmatic support toward the empowerment and education of underserved youth; provide capacity building pro bono services to assist small/grassroots non-profits; and to provide general support services in underserved communities.

OUR MISSION

The A New Day Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, founded by Award Winning Actress, Musician, Producer & Activist Dawnn Lewis. The foundations mission is to provide financial and programmatic support toward the empowerment and education of underserved youth; provide capacity building pro bono services to assist small/grassroots non-profits; and to provide general support services in underserved communities.

OUR MISSION

The A New Day Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, founded by Award Winning Actress, Musician, Producer & Activist Dawnn Lewis. The foundations mission is to provide financial and programmatic support toward the empowerment and education of underserved youth; provide capacity building pro bono services to assist small/grassroots non-profits; and to provide general support services in underserved communities.

PROGRAMS

The A New Day Foundation’s program is designed to benefit Low to Moderate Income (LMI) students and parents by providing them with access to the Focused N Financially and Technology Informed (F.I.T.) For A Different World program… [MORE]

A BRIEF HISTORY

The A New Day Foundation was formally founded in 2017 by Dawnn Lewis. For decades Ms. Lewis has used her celebrity platform for mentoring, lecturing, giving concerts and donating her time and talents to causes across America and abroad… [MORE]

EVENTS

FOCUSED N F.I.T. CONFERENCE

On June 10, 2023, we invite College-Bound High School Juniors & Seniors, Parents, and
College Freshmen & Sophomores to come join us for a full day of workshops.
Location: To be announced
Los Angeles, CA
Must Register to Attend. Please email info@anewdayfoundation.net to RSVP.

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