Volunteer at Nebowa
Make Camp Possible
Camp Nebowa has always depended on people who are willing to serve.
Every summer, volunteers from churches throughout our region give their time to lead small groups, wash dishes, supervise dorms, lead worship, teach God's Word, run activities, fix things, encourage campers, and fill countless other needs.
You don't have to be a pastor, Bible teacher, or longtime camp veteran to make a difference. Some volunteers spend their week directly investing in campers. Others serve behind the scenes making sure meals are ready, buildings are cared for, and the day runs smoothly.
Every role helps create the kind of camp experience where campers can have fun, build relationships, hear God's Word, and take their next step with Jesus.
Whether you've served at Nebowa for years or you're wondering if there's a place for you, we'd love to help you find a way to serve.
Already Applied to Volunteer?
Use the Volunteer Portal to update your information, add or withdraw from a camp, or request other changes to your application.
Serve Together
You don't have to volunteer alone. Serving at Nebowa can be a great opportunity to bring a friend, family member, small group, or others from your church with you.
Whether you serve during a week of camp or come together for a work day, there's something special about serving alongside people you already know—and you'll probably meet a few new ones along the way.
Want to bring a group? We'd love to help you find a place to serve together.
Serve at Summer Camp
It takes a team of people with different gifts to make each week of summer camp happen. Some roles put you right in the middle of a camper's day. Others happen behind the scenes. Both matter.
You don't have to be able to do everything—you just need to be willing to use what God has given you to serve.
Applying to volunteer does not guarantee a placement. Each camp's dean is responsible for building the volunteer team for that week and will determine whether volunteers are needed and where each person can serve best.
Small Group Leaders
Build relationships with campers, lead conversations and devotions, participate in activities, and help campers engage with what they're learning throughout the week.
Dorm Parents
Provide an adult presence in the dorms, help campers settle in, and help keep the dorm clean, organized, and ready for each day.
Kitchen & Meals
Help with meal setup, serving, dishes, dining-room cleanup, and the many behind-the-scenes jobs that keep meals running smoothly. Kitchen service is one of the best places for younger volunteers to begin serving at Nebowa.
Worship
Use your musical gifts to help lead campers and volunteers in worship throughout the week.
Speaking & Teaching
Help communicate God's Word through messages, lessons, devotions, or other teaching opportunities.
Recreation
Help lead games, activities, waterfront recreation, sports, and other parts of the camp day that make Nebowa fun.
Maintenance & Grounds
Keep camp running by helping with repairs, maintenance, landscaping, setup, cleanup, and the unexpected needs that come with a busy week of camp.
Anywhere Needed
Not sure where you fit? That's okay. Some of our most helpful volunteers are simply willing to jump in wherever the need is greatest.
What We Ask of Camp Volunteers
Serving at camp means being entrusted with the care and example we provide to children and students. Because of that responsibility, Nebowa asks camp volunteers to meet a few important expectations.
Follow Jesus & Set an Example
Camp volunteers should be prepared to support Nebowa's Christian mission and live in a way that provides a Christlike example for campers.
Follow Nebowa's Volunteer Standards
Volunteers are expected to understand and follow Nebowa's policies, code of conduct, and expectations for working with campers.
Complete Required Training
Volunteers serving with campers must complete Nebowa's required child-abuse awareness training and any other training required for their role.
Complete a Background Check
Adult volunteers serving during camp must have a current, approved background check before serving.
Serve Where You're Needed
You can tell us which camps and roles interest you when you apply. Each camp's dean builds the team for that week and makes the final decision about volunteer placement.
Coming for a work day or service project? The requirements above are primarily for volunteers serving during our camps. Requirements for other service opportunities depend on the project and who will be on the grounds.
What It's Like to Volunteer at Nebowa
Volunteering at summer camp means becoming part of the camp community for the week. You'll serve alongside people from different churches, share meals together, worship together, and help create an environment where campers can grow.
Meals & a Place to Stay
Volunteers serving during an overnight camp are provided meals and a place to sleep while they serve.
Your Camp Shirt
Every volunteer receives a Camp Nebowa T-shirt for the summer.
Late-Night Waffles
One of our volunteer traditions happens after the campers have settled in for the night: late-night waffles. It's a simple chance to sit down, eat together, and spend some time with the other people serving that week.
Be Part of Camp
Volunteers aren't just there to fill a job. You become part of the week—sharing in worship, camp traditions, conversations, laughter, and the relationships that make Nebowa what it is.
Serve Alongside Others
Camp brings together Christians from different churches and communities. You'll spend the week serving alongside people you may not have known before you arrived.
Camp can mean long days and hard work. It also means good people, meaningful ministry, a camp shirt, and probably more than one late-night waffle.
Where Does Nebowa Need Help?
Volunteer needs change throughout the season as camp deans build their teams. See the positions we're currently looking to fill for each week of camp.
Ready to Serve?
Whether you want to spend a week serving at summer camp or give a few hours helping with a project, we'd love to have you involved.
Volunteer at Summer Camp
Start in the Volunteer Portal. Tell us which camps and roles interest you, complete the required information, and we'll begin the volunteer approval process.
Apply to VolunteerWork Days & Service Projects
Want to help with a project or bring a group to serve? Contact us and we'll help connect you with current needs at Nebowa.
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