Special Friends Camp Volunteers
Be a caring presence in the lives of special needs adults
NOTICE: Special Friends summer camps for 2021 are canceled, to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) as per Snohomish County health officials. Please check back in January 2022.
Spend an amazing week by being a camper “buddy” for a special needs teen/adult at Special Friends Camp. Volunteers share Christ’s love by being a caring presence in the lives of campers, helping them participate in fun summer camp activities. This is a great local mission opportunity for individuals or groups. Camp staff take care of training, registration and program content so volunteers can focus on serving and having fun with their campers.
Serve, Stay, and Care
Unique camp experience
This unique camp experience brings a special blessing to volunteers!
As a “buddy” for a special needs camper, volunteers help them participate in summer camp activities like swimming, climbing tower, crafts, worship, games, and more!
Volunteers are welcome to stay overnight for their week of volunteering free of charge.
Details and Requirements
No experience necessary
Come individually or as a group
- Volunteers must be at least 15 years old.
- Stay overnight or commute. Meals are provided.
- Volunteer sessions are Sunday morning through Friday evening.
- Training provided.
- Students can earn community service hours for school.
Dates & Application 2020
Volunteer for one or more weeks this summer.
NOTICE: Special Friends summer camps for 2021 are canceled, to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) as per Snohomish County health officials. Please check back in January 2022.
Stay overnight or commute. Meals are provided. Note: Volunteer sessions are Sunday morning through Friday evening. Camp staff take care of all training, registration, and program content so you can focus on serving and having fun with your camper!
| Session | Dates |
|---|---|
| Session #1 | June 28-July 3 |
| Session #2 | July 5-10 |
| Session #3 | July 12-17 |
| Session #4 | July 19-24 |
| Session #5 | August 2-7 |
| Session #6 | August 9-14 |
| Session #7 | August 16-21 |
Personal Development
Learn from others while gaining life skills.
Have fun
Participate in fun activities with your buddy.
Develop Relationships
Make friends as you get to know campers, staff, and volunteers.
Application Process
Notes: Read the volunteer information pdf before proceeding to the application.
Camps are postponed until summer 2022 because of COVID-19.
Special Needs Program Leadership
Laurie Fertello
Special Needs Program Director
Laurie has worked at Warm Beach Camp for over 37 years. Her passion is seeing people come to Christ. Laurie strives to create an atmosphere where campers feel accepted, encouraged, and loved! She enjoys watching people experience transformation through God’s love in the Special Friends Camp and Day Camp programs.