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Volunteer Opportunity: August Bereavement Retreat

Join Our Support Team for a Meaningful Retreat Experience

Make a profound difference in the lives of individuals and families navigating grief. We need a compassionate, reliable, and dedicated crew of volunteers to work behind the scenes, helping us create a safe, comforting, and healing environment for our upcoming Bereavement Retreat. If you have a heart for hospitality, empathy, and community support, we would love to have you join us.

Shift Details & Logistics

  • Dates: August 14 – August 16, 2026

  • Location: Camp Because I Said I Would, 3483 McCament Rd, Walhonding, OH 43843

  • Flexibility: You can sign up for specific days or individual shift windows that best fit your schedule.

Friday, August 14th (Retreat Kickoff & Welcome)

  • Shift A (Afternoon Welcome): 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • Shift B (Dinner & Evening Support): 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Saturday, August 15th (Healing & Activity Sessions)

  • Shift C (Morning/Lunch Support): 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

  • Shift D (Afternoon Sessions): 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Sunday, August 16th (Closing & Departure)

  • Shift E (Morning Farewell & Cleanup): 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

*Register below to secure your time slot

Volunteer Requirements & Attire

  • Age: All volunteers must be 18 years old or older for this event.
  • Attire: “Camp Casual.” Please dress comfortably, respectfully, and appropriately for the weather. If you have a Camp t-shirt, you are highly encouraged to wear it!
  • Footwear: Comfortable, clean, closed-toe shoes are required for safety across the camp terrain.
  • Background Check:  All volunteers working directly with our bereavement retreat guests will be required to have a completed background check

A Note on Tone: While we always value high energy, this specific retreat requires a gentle, grounded, and empathetic presence. Our goal is to provide a peaceful, stress-free space for our guests.

 

Volunteer Responsibilities

As part of the Bereavement Retreat Support Team, your behind-the-scenes tasks will include:

  • Warm Welcomes: Greeting arriving families, assisting with parking flow, and directing guests to registration with a warm, welcoming presence.

  • Hospitality & Meals: Helping serve nourishing meals/refreshments, keeping dining areas clean, and maintaining a welcoming refreshment station throughout the day.

  • Activity Support: Assisting staff with the setup and coordination of healing activities, reflection spaces, and craft workshops.

  • Camp Comforts: Maintaining the peaceful atmosphere of the camp grounds, keeping common areas tidy, and tending the evening remembrance bonfire for the guests.

Hourly Schedule

  • 1Select Ticket
  • 2Attendees
  • 3Payment
  • 4Confirmation
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Friday, August 14th/Shift A 9AM-2PM
Friday, August 14th/Shift A: 9AM-2PM
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Available Tickets: 4

Shift A (Afternoon Welcome): 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM : Camp because I said I would This ticket is for volunteers only and does not include participation in the event itself. Volunteers help with event setup, cleanup, logistics, registration, and more. During downtime, you may be asked to assist with other tasks around camp. Shifts may be available over multiple days. After signing up, we’ll email you to confirm your availability and coordinate a shift time that works best for you. Thank you for your support!

The "Friday, August 14th/Shift A 9AM-2PM" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
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Friday, August 14th/Shift B 2PM-8PM
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Available Tickets: 4

Shift B (Dinner & Evening Support): 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM : Camp because I said I would This ticket is for volunteers only and does not include participation in the event itself. Volunteers help with event setup, cleanup, logistics, registration, and more. During downtime, you may be asked to assist with other tasks around camp. Shifts may be available over multiple days. After signing up, we’ll email you to confirm your availability and coordinate a shift time that works best for you. Thank you for your support!

The "Friday, August 14th/Shift B 2PM-8PM" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
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Saturday, August 15th/Shift C 830AM-2PM
Saturday, August 15th/Shift C: 830AM-2PM
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Available Tickets: 4

Saturday Shift C: (Morning/Lunch Support): 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM : Camp because I said I would This ticket is for volunteers only and does not include participation in the event itself. Volunteers help with event setup, cleanup, logistics, registration, and more. During downtime, you may be asked to assist with other tasks around camp. Shifts may be available over multiple days. After signing up, we’ll email you to confirm your availability and coordinate a shift time that works best for you. Thank you for your support!

The "Saturday, August 15th/Shift C 830AM-2PM" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
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Saturday, August 15th/Shift D: 2PM-8PM
Saturday, August 15th/Shift D: 2PM-8PM
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Available Tickets: 4

Shift D (Afternoon Sessions): 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM : Camp because I said I would This ticket is for volunteers only and does not include participation in the event itself. Volunteers help with event setup, cleanup, logistics, registration, and more. During downtime, you may be asked to assist with other tasks around camp. Shifts may be available over multiple days. After signing up, we’ll email you to confirm your availability and coordinate a shift time that works best for you. Thank you for your support!

The "Saturday, August 15th/Shift D: 2PM-8PM" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
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Sunday, August 16th/Shift E: 830AM-2PM
Sunday, August 16th/Shift E: 830AM-2PM
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Available Tickets: 4

Sunday, Shift E (Morning Farewell & Cleanup): 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM : Camp because I said I would This ticket is for volunteers only and does not include participation in the event itself. Volunteers help with event setup, cleanup, logistics, registration, and more. During downtime, you may be asked to assist with other tasks around camp. Shifts may be available over multiple days. After signing up, we’ll email you to confirm your availability and coordinate a shift time that works best for you. Thank you for your support!

The "Sunday, August 16th/Shift E: 830AM-2PM" ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
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Date
Aug-14 - 16-2026
Time
This is in Eastern Time!
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Grand Hall Event Venue
Grand Hall Event Venue
3483 McCament Road Walhonding Ohio 43843

Organizer

Alice Watson
Phone
7405015619
Email
[email protected]
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