Camp Boggy Creek accepts children ages 7-16 that have been diagnosed with chronic or life-threatening illnesses such as cancer, sickle cell anemia, and epilepsy. Many children are still under active treatment, while others are in remission. Sessions are divided among 15 different illness groups. Summer Camp allows the camper to experience camp for one week in a medically safe environment, while Family Weekends allow the camper's entire family the chance to enjoy camp for a weekend stay.

We accept volunteers from all walks of life who are from all over the USA. Students, professionals, retirees, husbands and wives, ages 19 years and older, are welcome to apply. We also encourage groups to volunteer with us. These camp sessions offer great opportunities for team-building, college credit, and service hours.
*Medical volunteers are also needed for each session. Please click here for more information about becoming a medical volunteer.

During the fall and spring…
You may volunteer during our Family Weekends as a Family Pal, Activity Pal, Certified Lifeguard, Support Group Facilitator or Dining Hall Assistant. Generally there are 65 pals needed for each weekend. Volunteers participate in a range of camp activities, assisting our campers and their families in reaching the main goal....having FUN!  NOTE: Certified Lifeguards are always needed, so please help us spread the word.
During the summer…
You may volunteer as a Cabin Counselor, Equestrian Assistant or Dining Hall Assistant. Generally, there are 25 male volunteers and 25 female volunteers needed for each session. Volunteers participate in the full range of camp activities, assisting our campers in reaching the main goal....having the week of their life!  Ask your friends and family to join you this summer! NOTE: While we need both MALE and female volunteers during the summer, we have a great need for MALE volunteers. If a summer session fills, we do have waitlists and encourage applicants to be placed on the waitlist as we may have cancellations.

During the fall and spring…
All Family Weekend Volunteers will stay in one of two air-conditioned Staff Lodges while the families stay in the cabins with their campers.
During the summer…
As a Summer Cabin Counselor, you will join two full-time summer staff and live in one of our 16 duplex cabins adjoining 8-10 campers. All other volunteers stay in the Staff Lodges. Medical volunteers will stay in the Medical Duplex.

You will need to arrive at camp by 1pm on Volunteer Arrival Day of your selected session. (Check Volunteer Calendar of Events for arrival dates). This will enable you to settle into your cabin and meet for the Mandatory Volunteer Orientation. Departure is usually at 2 pm on the last day of your session. (Check Volunteer Calendar for dates). Family Weekend and Summer Camp volunteers must commit to the entire session they have chosen.

YES! Each volunteer must take part in an intensive training session prior to the camper’s arrival. Orientation is your toolbox for the week or weekend. You would be at a great disadvantage without it. We discuss the schedule of activities for the week or weekend, review camp policies and procedures and present a general medical overview of the session illness. You will also take a tour of camp and receive other important information regarding your volunteer role with our campers. You will be asked to attend a second orientation upon returning for another session.

Nothing! Food and lodging are provided. Volunteers only need to provide their own transportation to and from camp along with their personal belongings.

You will need to provide your own transportation to camp. However, if you fly into Orlando, we will provide limited shuttle service to camp. Plan to fly into Orlando International Airport before 11am of your scheduled Arrival Day and depart after 5pm on Departure Day. We are located one hour from the airport and will make one trip each way. Please purchase airline tickets AFTER you have completed the application process and been accepted.

After you have completed the application process, you will receive an Acceptance Packet via email. There will be packing tips, a map to the camp, a mock schedule of the week’s or weekend’s activities, and during summer months a manual that will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about Camp Boggy Creek. We suggest you bring an alarm clock as we start each day at 7:30 am! We also strongly encourage you to bring a wrist watch, as you will be asked to leave your cell phones in the staff lodges/cabins while you are playing with kids.

YES! You may volunteer for up to two sessions with an evaluation made after the second session if additional sessions are desired. After you have completed the volunteer application process, your name will be added to our volunteer database and you will receive a seasonal Return Volunteer Update form via email. Simply complete and return this form to us to volunteer again and to help keep our database current.

You should complete the four-page application, including the two-page Background Check, ASAP. After we have received the completed application, you will be contacted, closer to your scheduled session, to participate in a telephone interview. You will be accepted after your background check clears, your Medical Forms with TB test and immunizations has been turned in along with your Service Agreement, and three personal reference emails are contacted. (NOTE: an additional Summer Physical signed by a physician is required for summer camp volunteers only.) The volunteer process typically takes 4 to 5 weeks. If you are interested in a particular session, you should submit your application at least 6 weeks prior to the session to insure placement. Groups should contact the Volunteer Coordinator for special instructions. We do have waiting lists for all sessions that may fill.

We do! Please see the Staff Opportunities page for more information.