Volunteer camp counselors are needed to support a one-week summer camp program and earn more than 140 service hours.
MDA Summer Camp offers a unique experience for both campers and volunteers. These week-long residential programs give children ages 8–17 living with neuromuscular disease an inclusive environment where they can fully participate in adaptive summer camp activities and freely express who they are.
Counselors play a key role in the camp experience by participating in activities, games, dances, mealtimes, and more while also supporting campers’ physical, emotional, social, and personal care needs. Counselors remain onsite for the full session, and housing and meals are provided.
This opportunity also offers valuable field-based experience for students interested in physical therapy, occupational therapy, medical professions, education, recreation, and family social sciences.
While volunteers may apply to any MDA Summer Camp session across the country, the session closest to UW is listed below.
- Location: YMCA Camp Seymour, Gig Harbor, Washington
- Dates: Saturday, June 20–Friday, June 26, 2026
- Application deadline: Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Camp director: Meg Elliott
Apply to volunteer for the Washington MDA Summer Camp session
Learn more about the program and its impact on families and volunteers at MDA Summer Camp.