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Welcome to our Volunteer Opportunities page!
Here you'll find information about our volunteer needs and links to our applications! Whether you want to volunteer with our Campers or help with a special event that raises funds for our programs to be possible, you are in the right place to play a role in pushing our mission forward.
Take a look around and when you are ready, please fill in our online application form.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Our Current Volunteer Opportunities
Camp Counselor: Overnight Camp
Program Type: Residential Overnight Camp
Duties:
- Supervise and support a group of Campers in a camp setting
- Participate in daily camp activities alongside Campers and fellow Camp Counselors
- Provide encouragement, guidance, and create a positive camp experience
- Assist with additional needs such as meal service and activity set-up/clean-up
Commitment:
- 5-6 consecutive days (full duration of camp session)
- Volunteers must stay on-site for the entire program
- Volunteers arrive the night before their assigned program starts
- View Summer Camp Session Dates
Location:
- Camp Good Days Recreational Facility on Keuka Lake (housing & food provided)
Camp Counselor: Day Camp
Program Type: Day Camp/ Field Trip-Based Program
Duties:
- Partner one-on-one or in a small group with Campers
- Provide supervision, encouragement, and engagement throughout the day
- Participate in daily field trips to local attractions
Commitment:
- 4-day program (flexible participation)
- Volunteers may choose to attend as many days as they are available (in Buffalo & Roc only)
- Typical hours are 8:15/8:30 am - 4:30/5:00 pm (may vary by day and region)
Locations:
- Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse regions
Camp Counselor: Year-Round Programs
Program Type: Ongoing Recreational & Social Activities
Duties:
- Support and engage with Campers during events such as laser tag, farm visits, fishing, mini golf, and more.
- Help maintain connections and community beyond the summer camp season
- Provide encouragement and a welcoming presence at events
Commitment:
- Fully Flexible
- No Minimum requirements
- Choose activities that fit your schedule (even one event per year is impactful)
Locations:
- Local events in Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse areas
Mission Statement
The mission of Camp Good Days & Special Times is to enrich the lives of children, adults and families who have been impacted by cancer or sickle cell anemia, through summer recreational camping experiences and year-round support services.
