The Good Bunny Foundation is bringing back Un Verano Contigo, its annual educational and cultural camp for Puerto Rican youth, and this year’s edition is its most dynamic yet. Hosted at the Universidad del Sagrado Corazón, the 2025 program marks the first time the camp will fully integrate art, music, and sports into one shared space for hands-on learning and community growth.

The camp continues to be offered completely free to participants, prioritizing youth from underserved communities across the island. This year, 43 young people from towns including Cabo Rojo, Juana Díaz, Juncos, Yauco, and Hormigueros will take part in a residential program designed to spark creativity, encourage collaboration, and build confidence.

Benito’s Vision: Creativity as a Tool for Change

For global artist and Puerto Rican icon Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (aka Bad Bunny), this camp isn’t a side project—it’s part of a bigger commitment to Puerto Rico’s next generation.

“My commitment to Puerto Rico’s youth is lifelong,” he said in the foundation’s announcement. “This camp is a way to give back everything that art, music, and sports have given me. We want young people to see themselves as change-makers.”

With that in mind, Un Verano Contigo goes beyond surface-level programming. It’s built on the idea that creative expression and movement can change the way young people see themselves—and the future they can build.

What’s New This Year: Fashion, Photography, Mental Health

This year’s program expands into new territory, offering workshops in fashion design, photography, and mental health alongside its established curriculum.

• Fashion: Local designers lead students through the creative process, helping them develop original pieces from concept to execution.
• Photography: Hands-on workshops in both digital and analog formats focus on storytelling and documenting community life.
• Mental Health: Safe spaces and group sessions explore emotional wellness, self-esteem, and stress management, led by trained professionals.

These new additions reflect a growing understanding of the needs and realities facing youth today—especially when it comes to emotional well-being and the power of self-expression.

Learning Through Mentorship, Movement, and Expression

The camp brings in a cross-disciplinary team of mentors including muralists, music producers, visual artists, athletes, and coaches. These professionals don’t just lecture—they engage youth in collaborative workshops, immersive projects, and real-time feedback, creating a space where learning is active and deeply personal.

Participants live together during the program in a temporary residence, making room for cultural exchange, late-night conversations, and lifelong friendships that go beyond the classroom.

Building a New Model for Community Learning

Che Juan Torres, executive director of the Good Bunny Foundation, says the camp represents more than a summer experience—it’s a model for what inclusive, accessible education can look like.

“We want to create a space where young people not only learn, but are inspired to dream big and act with purpose,” he shared. “This project has already impacted hundreds of lives, and with this new phase, we’re taking it even further.”

That future includes new collaborations, more mentor involvement, and expanding the camp’s reach. With every edition, Un Verano Contigo keeps evolving—just like the young people it’s designed for.