SERVE WITH CAMP IN THE COMMUNITY
there is a place for you to help
SERVE
Camp in the Community is made possible by people who choose to show up.
Some serve at camp. Some pack supplies before summer ever begins. Some repair, build, organize, collect, cook, pray, or encourage.
Every act of service helps us get ready for the next camper.
You do not have to give an entire summer to make a meaningful difference.
Whether you have a few hours, a Saturday, a Sunday school class, a youth group, a workplace team, or a particular skill to share, there are many ways to serve alongside Camp in the Community.
FIND YOUR PLACE TO SERVE
just you
SERVE AS AN INDIVIDUAL
Share a skill, encourage our staff, help at an event, or pray.
your people
BRING A GROUP
Pack supplies, take on a service project, or host a supply drive.
camp week
HELP DURING CAMP
Welcome campers, serve meals, and support the week at a local site.
SERVE BEFORE SUMMER
long before campers arrive
A great camp week starts long before campers arrive.
Each year, hundreds of supplies have to be sorted, prepared, packed, labeled, and organized before our teams can hit the road.
These projects are especially well suited for Sunday school classes, youth groups, small groups, families, and service organizations.
ways to help
Groups and individuals can help by:
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Assembling craft, STEM, or activity kits
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Preparing camper supplies
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Sorting and packing program totes
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Organizing equipment and storage areas
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Labeling and preparing materials for summer
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Helping load and prepare supplies for travel
many hands
GATHER A GROUP FOR A SERVICE PROJECT
Looking for a meaningful project for your church, youth group, workplace, civic organization, or community group?
We often have hands-on projects that can be completed in a few hours or during a service day.
Past groups have helped improve property, organize camp equipment, prepare summer supplies, and pack materials that travel with our teams throughout the season.
HANDS-ON PROJECTS
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Landscaping and outdoor improvements
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Painting
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Cleaning and organizing
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Light maintenance
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Building or repairing program equipment
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Preparing storage and program spaces
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Seasonal setup and cleanup
We are happy to work with your group to find a project that matches your size, schedule, and abilities.
PROJECTS MAY INCLUDE
HOST A SUPPLY DRIVE
One of the easiest ways to get an entire church, workplace, school, or community involved is by hosting a supply drive. Camp uses a tremendous amount of everyday materials each summer.
Your group can help collect items such as:
everyday materials
Craft supplies
STEM materials
Sunscreen
Water bottles
Snacks
School supplies
Hygiene items
Program materials
Staff care items
current needs
We can help you identify current needs so your collection directly supports the upcoming camp season.
SERVE DURING CAMP
Camp weeks require a lot of people working together.
working together
At many of our local sites, volunteers support the week by helping with things like:
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Camper check-in and check-out
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Meals and snacks
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Setup and cleanup
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Hospitality
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Program support
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Special activities
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Behind-the-scenes logistics
welcoming & connected
Opportunities vary by community, but local volunteers are an important part of helping camp feel welcoming, safe, and connected to the neighborhood.
USE YOUR SKILLS
Sometimes the best way to serve is simply by sharing something you already know how to do.
something you know
We regularly depend on people with a wide variety of skills and experience.
If you have a skill you would be willing to share, we would love to hear from you.
that might include
PHOTOGRAPHY OR VIDEOGRAPHY
GRAPHIC DESIGN
CARPENTRY OR CONSTRUCTION
ELECTRICAL OR PLUMBING WORK
AUTO OR TRAILER MAINTENANCE
LANDSCAPING
MEDICAL OR FIRST-AID EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION OR STEM EXPERTISE
EVENT SUPPORT
ADMINISTRATIVE HELP
SEWING, CRAFTING, OR FABRICATION
all year long
MORE WAYS TO SHOW UP
Camp staff give an incredible amount of themselves each summer.
They travel, lead activities, care for campers, build relationships, solve problems, and pour energy into their communities week after week.
Churches, families, and groups can help encourage them by preparing:
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Notes and cards
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Prayer cards
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Snacks and care packages
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Small staff appreciation gifts
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Meals
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Encouragement for especially busy weeks
Sometimes a simple reminder that people are praying for them and cheering them on can make a tremendous difference.
ENCOURAGE OUR SUMMER STAFF
Throughout the year, Camp in the Community hosts fundraisers, gatherings, and special events that help sustain the ministry.
Volunteers may help with:
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Registration
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Setup and teardown
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Hospitality
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Food
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Decorations
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Event logistics
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Participant support
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Fundraising activities
These are often great opportunities for people who want to serve but cannot participate during the summer.
HELP WITH EVENTS
PRAY WITH US
Prayer is an important part of serving Camp in the Community. We invite you to pray for:
we invite you
Campers and their families
Summer staff
Host churches and community partners
Safe travel
Strong relationships
from anywhere
Children experiencing camp for the first time
Returning campers
Opportunities for faith and spiritual growth
The communities we are invited to serve
You can pray from anywhere, and your prayers are a meaningful part of this ministry.
BIG OR SMALL, YOUR SERVICE MATTERS
There is no single right way to serve.
you might
You might spend an afternoon packing totes.
Your Sunday school class might assemble 300 craft kits.
Your youth group might spend a weekend improving a property.
Your company might host a supply drive.
You might volunteer for a few hours during a camp week.
You might offer a professional skill we desperately need.
it all matters
Every box packed, every project completed, every meal served, every prayer offered, and every hour volunteered helps us prepare to welcome another child to camp.
