FAQs
Everything you may need to know before coming to camp!
Who can be a counselor or volunteer?
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We welcome applications from anyone who falls into the following groups!
Counselors - those currently in 8th-12th grade.
Alumni Volunteers - those who are in college or are of the typical age of a college student.
Adult Volunteers - those who have already graduated from college.
What are the application requirements?
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Counselor Application
To apply to be a counselor, you must submit a written application and letter of recommendation. If you will be 18 years old or older by the date of camp, you will be required to pass a background check. For those accepted, there will also be a required fee that must be paid or fundraised.
Alumni Volunteer Application
To apply to be an alumni volunteer, you must submit a written application. If you will be 18 years old or older by the date of camp, you will be required to pass a background check. For those accepted, there will also be a required fee that must be paid or fundraised
Adult Volunteer Application
To apply to be an adult volunteer, you must submit the volunteer form. You will also be required to pass a background check. If you will be staying on camp, you will also be required to pay or fundraise a fee.
What is the counselor and volunteer fee for?
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The counselor and volunteer fee is $500. This fee covers your food for the week as well as merch and a portion of your lodging. All counselors and volunteers are required to cover this fee but may either pay or fundraise the amount.
We do not want this fee to be the reason you are not able to attend Camp Impact. Please reach out to directors@campimpact.org to talk about other options.
Want to sponsor a counselor? Let us know and we can make it happen!
What is the commitment for counselors and volunteers before camp?
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Accepted counselors and volunteers are required to attend two meetings prior to camp. They are also required to meet with their assigned groups as needed, help with fundraising efforts, and plan any assigned activities. Additionally, all counselors and volunteers must complete a Harassment Training prior to camp.
Can I earn community service hours for camp?
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Absolutely! You will earn 112 hours for the week of camp. Additional hours may be earned by participating in fundraising activities prior to camp.
How do I get to camp?
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Those located in the DFW area will meet up in Arlington (address to be sent out to accepted counselors at a later date). They will then be picked up and taken to the camp location.
Counselors located in Houston will be taking a bus up to Dallas where they will be picked up and taken to the camp location. Bus information will be provided to accepted counselors at a later date.
If you are located somewhere else, please email directors@campimpact.org so that we can coordinate with you!
Alumni and adult volunteers will be responsible for their own transportation to camp.
Can I drive myself to camp?
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Counselors may not drive themselves to or from camp. You must be dropped off at the designated meeting locations for their respective city.
Alumni and adult volunteers may drive themselves to camp.
What do I need to pack for camp?
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A packing list will be provided to accepted counselors and volunteers.
Where do I stay for the week of camp?
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Counselors and alumni volunteers are required to stay on camp for the entire week. You will stay in air-conditioned cabins on the campgrounds. Counselor cabins will be staffed by alumni or adult volunteers.
Adult volunteers may stay on camp if space is available. Please indicate in the volunteer form if you would like to stay on camp.
Do I have to come for the whole week of camp?
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Yes, all counselors and alumni volunteers are required to be at camp for the entire duration of camp.
Adult volunteers must indicate the days that they will be at camp on their volunteer form.
I have dietary restrictions. Will there be food for me?
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Absolutely! We accommodate all dietary restrictions. Please reach out to Lynda Friedensohn (lfriedensohn@gmail.com) before camp to ensure that we have an accurate understanding of your needs.
What do I do if I have medications or other medical requirements?
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Counselors and volunteers are able to bring any sort of medications or medical equipment that they may need. We will also have a nurse on staff should more extreme medical needs arise.
What am I not allowed to bring to camp?
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You may not bring any drugs, alcohol, or weapons. This includes vapes, e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches, marijuana, tobacco, or any other illicit substance. Any counselor or volunteer found with any of these will be asked to leave Camp Impact immediately.
When is the counselor and volunteer fee due and how do I pay it?
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The counselor and volunteer fee is due May 15th, 2026. You may either pay or fundraise the fee. If you would like to fundraise the fee, you can do that through a Flipcause Peer-to-Peer fundraising page that will be set up after acceptances are sent out. If you would like to pay the fee, you may do so by check, Zelle, or through Flipcause.
I'm a past Camp Impact camper. Do I have to pay the counselor and volunteer fee?
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Past Camp Impact campers are not required to pay the $500 fee. However, you are strongly encouraged to work towards fundraising that amount. It will not be counted against you if you don’t make the $500 mark, but we want to see some effort that it was attempted!