Volunteer for MDA Summer Camp
Make an impact on the lives of children with neuromuscular diseases during the best week of the year.
Apply TodayCamp can change your life just as it changes the lives of campers.
MDA Summer Camp wouldn’t be possible without people like you. Each summer, hundreds of volunteers serve as counselors and medical team members during weeklong, overnight Summer Camp program to help make it a safe, fun, and memorable experience for all participants.
As a volunteer, you will support campers as they participate in adaptive camp experiences, games, dances, mealtime and more. You also will take on the role of 24-hour caregiver, friend, and confidence-builder.
In-Person Camp – Volunteer’s Role
Create a fun, safe and inclusive environment for campers.
Act as a companion and encourager of campers, promoting strong self-esteem.
Assist campers, as needed, with camp activities and activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting and feeding. Work with cabin leaders, program directors or other staff to meet the needs of the campers.
Assure campers are properly supervised at all times.
Have fun and participate in daily activities with enthusiasm.
Set a good example to campers and others by upholding all camp rules.
Set a high standard of cooperation.
In-Person Camp – Application requirements & time commitments:
18+ years old
Be of sufficient ability to lift and care for campers and assist with campers' personal care. Must be able to independently lift 25 pounds.
Commit to attending the entire week of MDA Summer Camp
Completed online application through UltraCamp system
Criminal Background Check through Sterling Volunteers
Interview with MDA Staff
Two Professional References
Provide record of physical examination completed within 12 months of camp, a copy of insurance card, and immunization record (including proof of COVID vaccination)
Participate in trainings both in-advance of camp and upon arrival to Camp.
• Includes training on HIPAA, Risk Management, and the MDA program
Virtual Camp – Volunteer’s Role
Assist in facilitating the virtual Summer Camp Program with the support of MDA Staff.
Act as a companion, encourager, and message board moderator.
Create a fun, safe and inclusive virtual environment for Campers.
Encourage positive conversation that promotes strong self-esteem.
Have fun and participate in daily activities with enthusiasm.
Set a high standard of cooperation.
Virtual Camp – Application requirements & time commitments:
18+ years old
Online application through UltraCamp system
Criminal Background Check through Sterling Volunteers
Interview with MDA Staff
Training (~1 hour)
• HIPAA
• Risk Management
• Volunteer Orientation
2023 MDA Summer Camps
Use the search below to find a camp near you. Click the camp name to begin your application on our Summer Camp Registration site, UltraCamp.
NEW! The Volunteer and Medical Team applications have been combined into a single process. All volunteers interested in applying to a session will do so using the same link. Eligible individuals who are interested in applying to the Medical Team will be prompted to complete an additional form as a part of this application.
Interested in volunteering in other ways with MDA?
Apply to volunteer at Virtual Camp or complete our general volunteer inquiry form. We’ll be in touch!
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