Volunteer Opportunities
There are so many ways to support Camp as a volunteer, with opportunities to work directly with children and families at Camp or through other outreach programs, as well as opportunities at events or in our office. Learn more about onsite residential opportunities or regional day opportunities in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Hampshire, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Have questions? Let us know.
Onsite Residential Opportunities
Summer Camp Program
Volunteer Cabin Counselors and Residential Chaperones
Our volunteer cabin counselors and residential chaperones work alongside our seasonal summer and full time staff to provide a safe and fulfilling experience to our campers. As part of the cabin team, you will help provide 24-hour supervision to 8-10 campers for a full Camp session. Over the course of a typical day, you will help ensure that campers are making friends and trying new things, engaged and having fun during activity times, and singing and dancing after meals. New volunteers - We are currently at capacity for new female applicants. Male applicants - Click here to apply! Returning volunteers - We have only a limited number of spots left (mostly for male volunteers). Please contact Evan Welsh prior to registering online.
Medical Volunteers - MD and RN
Medical Volunteers work alongside our Medical Staff to provide routine and acute care to our campers. We need licensed physicians, nurses, and nurse practitioners, both specialists and general medicine practitioners who can share their medical/clinical expertise with us to create a safe and fun environment. Pediatric experience is preferred. We guarantee this will be a life-changing experience, just as it is for the children who attend Camp. New volunteers - Click here to apply! Returning volunteers - follow this link to register!
Medical Volunteers - Day Nurses
Our nurse volunteers can support our infirmary during the Summer Camp Program outside of our traditional week-long volunteer opportunities. These "Day Nurse" opportunities offer a unique way to join in the summer fun and allow us to provide the routine and acute care that our campers need. If you are a returning nurse volunteer and this sounds good to you, then follow this link to register!
Hero's Journey Volunteers
Our Hero's Journey Program provides an opportunity for our 16 year-old campers to continue participating in our Summer Program, challenge themselves, and learn more about who they are and what they are capable of. We still have a few volunteer spots during our Session 8 Hero's Journey programming (8/21-8/25). As a Hero's Journey volunteer, you will work alongside our seasonal summer and full-time staff to provide a safe and fulfilling experience for our campers. Together, you will bath in the river, cook your own meals, and sleep in our luxurious yurts. Returning Volunteers - follow this link to register!
Fall Weekend Programs
Volunteer Family Pals
Our Family Weekends offer our campers an opportunity to bring their siblings, parents, and caregivers to Camp. Together, they get a chance to bond, unwind, and experience all that Camp has to offer. As a Volunteer Family Pal, you are assigned to a family for the weekend and able to share in the experience. Alongside our amazing crew of returning volunteers, you will work to get to know your family, show them around Camp, and to see that their weekend is as fun and fulfilling as possible. New volunteers - Follow this link to apply. Returning volunteers - Check back in July to register.
Medical Volunteers
Medical Volunteers work alongside our Medical Staff to provide routine and acute care to our campers. We need licensed physicians, nurses, and nurse practitioners, both specialists and general medicine practitioners who can share their medical/clinical expertise with us to create a safe and fun environment. Pediatric experience is preferred. We guarantee this will be a life-changing experience, just as it is for the children who attend Camp. New Volunteers - the application window will open up on July 1st. Returning volunteers - check back in July to register.
Weekend Program Team
Our Weekend Program Team (WPT) is a trained subset of our Weekend Program Volunteers. WPT members have the knowledge and experience to see that each weekend's activities are innovative, safe, and fun and they ensure that our participants have the support and guidance needed to experience all that Camp has to offer. Each year, we run a training in early September that prepares a new batch of WPT members to run activities for the following Fall and Spring Weekend programming. If you would like to be a part of our 2017-2018 WPT - Check back in August to register.
Beyond The Gates: Massachusetts
Program Support
Pool Party - July 22 - Springfield
Volunteer with the CampOut program to create an afternoon of summer fun! We will be swimming, eating and playing lawn games! Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Program or attended an Outreach Orientation. Register Here!
Jimmy Fund Picnic - July 23 - Boston
Volunteer with the Hospital Outreach Program (HOP) at their craft tent at the Jimmy Fund hosted event. We will be assisting children with various craft projects! Volunteers must have previous experience at either Camp's Summer/Weekend Program or attended an Outreach Orientation. Register Here!
Camp Days - August 7 & 8 - Boston
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp's Hospital Outreach Program is set to take over the Boston Children's Hospital for 2 days of Camp fun! We have some opportunities to help support the afternoon program. Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Programs, attended an Outreach Orientation or be an existing Boston Children's Hospital volunteer. Register Here!
Ongoing Support
Street Teams - various locations throughout MA
Assist our fundraising team to distribute flyers and Camp materials to advertise our 2017 athletic events! Click here to let us know you want to join the fun in your area!
Beyond the Gates: Rhode Island
There are no opportunities currently in this area.
Beyond The Gates: Connecticut
Program Support
Drive-in @ Wickham Park - July 28 - Manchester
Volunteer with the CampOut program to create an evening of entertainment as campers, families and volunteers work together to build cardboard cars to enjoy a movie under the stars! Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Program or attended an Outreach Orientation. Register Here!
Drive-in @ Alexion - August 24 - New Haven
Volunteer with the CampOut program to create an evening of entertainment as campers, families and volunteers work together to build cardboard cars to enjoy a short movie and activities! Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Program or attended an Outreach Orientation. Register Here!
Event Support
Travelers Championship - June 21-25 - Cromwell
As one of the charity beneficiaries of the Travelers Championship, Camp staffs a family-friendly craft activity tent in the FanZone and provides Hole Marshals out on Hole 7. Full and half day opportunities for the FanZone and Hole Marshals are available each day. These volunteer opportunities are for ages 16 and older. The registration has closed for this opportunity.
Fairfield Road Races - June 24 & 25 - Fairfield area
The historic Fairfield Road Races wind through gorgeous Fairfield County back roads finishing with live music at Jennings Beach. Come help support our awesome runners as they fundraise for Camp! Volunteer opportunities include staffing Camp info tables, handing out water, and cheering on runners! Opportunities for all ages. Click here to register!
Ongoing Support
Office Support - New Haven
Assist our New Haven office with mailings, projects, thank you cards, phone coverage, filing and more to support the fundraising efforts that underwrite Camp's programming! Register now!
Office Support - Ashford
Assist our Ashford office with mailings, phone coverage, projects and more to support the Camp programs! Register now!
Massage Therapists
Are you a certified Massage Therapist that is interested in volunteering your time at Camp programs or events throughout the year?! Click here to let us know you want to join the fun!
Street Teams - various locations throughout CT
Assist our fundraising team to distribute flyers and Camp materials to advertise our 2017 athletic events! Click here to let us know you want to join the fun in your area!
Beyond the Gates: New York
Program Support
Slime Day - July 10 - Pomona
Camp's Hospital Outreach Program (HOP) is hosting a Slime Day area at Ronald Mcdonald House's Summer Bash! Come volunteer to assist children and families to enjoy a day of Slime themed activities. Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Program or been through an Outreach orientation. (Transportation is available) Register Here!
Slime Day - July 12 - Manhattan
Camp's Hospital Outreach Program (HOP) is hosting a Slime Day event at Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital! Volunteer to assist the HOP team to provide an enjoyable day of slime-themed activities for children and families. Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Program or attended an Outreach Orientation. Register Here!
Ongoing Support
Street Teams - various locations throughout NYC
Assist our fundraising team to distribute flyers and Camp materials to advertise our 2017 athletic events! Click here to let us know you want to join the fun in your area!
Beyond the Gates: New Jersey
Program Support
Slime Day - July 28 - New Brunswick
Camp's Hospital Outreach Program (HOP) is hosting a Slime Day event at Bristol-Myers Squibb Children's Hospital! Volunteer to assist the HOP team to provide an enjoyable afternoon of slime-themed activities for children and families. Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Program or attended an Outreach Orientation. Register Here!
Summer Picnic - July 29 - Verona
Volunteer with the CampOut program to assist campers and families to enjoy an afternoon of summer themed fun (fishing, lawn games and crafts)! Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Program or been through an Outreach Orientation. Register Here!
Ongoing Support
Street Teams - various locations throughout NJ
Assist our fundraising team to distribute flyers and Camp materials to advertise our 2017 athletic events! Click here to let us know you want to join the fun in your area!
Beyond the Gates: Pennsylvania
Program Support
Camp Week @ CHOP - July 16-21 - Philadelphia
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp's Hospital Outreach Program is set to take over the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for a week of Camp fun! We have many opportunities to help support the various programs throughout the week. Volunteers must have previous experience at either the Summer/Weekend Programs, been through a HOP orientation or be an existing CHOP volunteer. Click here for more info and to register to help!