Camp Counselors Needed at MDA Summer Camp in Portola, CA

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MDA Summer Camp is a magical week-long experience designed for kids with neuromuscular disease. At camp, campers enjoy adaptive activities like swimming, zip-lining, horseback riding, and dancing under the stars-all at no cost to their families thanks to our generous supporters. Each summer, hundreds of volunteers serve as counselors and medical staff to walk alongside campers through the best week of the year.

We’d love for you to apply to join us as a volunteer counselor! As an MDA Summer Camp volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, fun, and unforgettable environment for these incredible 8 to 17-year-olds. You’ll share in the magic of camp through assisting campers with activities, providing emotional support, and supporting daily routines such as dressing and bathing. Volunteers help build friendships, serve as role models, and create lifelong memories alongside their campers!

By volunteering at MDA Summer Camp, you will also: 

• Provide life-changing experiences and memories to last a lifetime. 
• Gain unique skills and inspiration to carry with you.
• Build your resume with up to 144 verified volunteer hours.
• Forge meaningful connections to last a lifetime.

Volunteer Requirements:

A completed application consists of a reservation submitted via UltraCamp, as well as:

• Signed and dated physical form (from within the last 12 months).
• Two completed professional references.
• Copy of your immunization record and COVID-19 Vaccine Card (if separate).