SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP APPLICATION 2026

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Summer Adventure Camp aims to engage children in grades Kinder-12th living at our family shelter sites in fun science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) activities.Camp supports each child’s growth and education, while allowing parents to focus on securing work and permanent housing.

This year's camp runs from June 29, 2026 through July 31, 2026
Orientation required for all positons. 

Volunteer Lead Counselor must be 16 years and older. 
2 week training required
5 week commitment
Total commitment: 7 weeks
Training Dates: June 15th - 26th 

Volunteer Counselor must be 14 years and older.
2 week commitment (
consecutive weeks preferred but not required) 

Location: This is an in-person volunteer opportunity. Our family sites are located throughout the Bay Area in Menlo Park, San Mateo, Daly City and Santa Clara.

Camp Counselor Eligibility Criteria:
  • Be a high school student between the ages of 14-18 
  • Demonstrate ability to work with children ages 5-14 
  • Volunteer during your scheduled volunteer weeks
  • Attend an orientation session 
  • Complete the full LifeMoves Volunteer application packet
  • Must be vaccinated
Camp Counselor Responsibilities include:
  • Assist in organizing and planning activities, crafts, and games during the program 
  • Ensure the safety of children at all times
  • Maintain general order and consistency during the program
  • Work effectively with other counselors, volunteers, staff, and children
  • Report to Summer Camp Leads and Children’s Services Coordinators
  • Abide by and enforce camp rules and LifeMoves policies 
  • Enforce, support, and adhere to Summer Camp rules and regulations and all COVID-19 protocols

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Summer Camp Logistics

Mandatory Orientation

All Camp Counselors must attend an orientation to participate in this year's Summer Adventure Camp. These orientation sessions will cover LifeMoves volunteer policies, our mission statement, summer camp procedures, and commonly asked questions.

Orientation sessions will be offered on the following dates:
  • Sunday, June 7th from 1:30 PM - 3 PM at LifeMoves | Homekey Mountain View (Mountain View)
  • Saturday, June 13th from 10:30 AM - 12 PM at LifeMoves | First Step for Families (San Mateo)
  • Tuesday, June 16th from 6 PM - 7:30 PM via Zoom


Summer Camp Sites

This year, Summer Adventure Camp will be hosted at four locations:
  • Summer Camp @ Family Crossroads | Daly City
  • Summer Camp @ First Step for Families | San Mateo 
  • Summer Camp @ Haven Family House | Menlo Park 
  • Summer Camp @ Salvation Army | Santa Clara
Reminder: Camp Counselors must commit to at least 2 weeks minimum (consecutive or non-consecutive) of volunteering.



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