Support Families During a Meaningful Bereavement Retreat

Help create a safe, welcoming, and peaceful experience for individuals and families navigating grief. Volunteers provide compassionate, reliable behind-the-scenes support throughout our September Bereavement Retreat. If you have a heart for hospitality, empathy, and community support, we would be grateful to have you join us.

Shift Details & Logistics

• Dates: September 11–13, 2026
• Location: Grand Hall Event Venue at Camp Because I Said I Would, 3483 McCament Rd, Walhonding, OH 43843
• Flexible registration: Choose one or more shift tickets below based on your availability.
• Cost: Volunteer registration is free.

Friday, September 11 (Retreat Kickoff & Welcome)

• Shift A—Welcome & Arrival Support: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Shift B—Dinner & Evening Support: 2:00 PM–8:00 PM

Saturday, September 12 (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, September 13 (Closing & Departure)

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

Select one or more shift tickets below to register.

Volunteer Requirements & Attire

• Age: All volunteers must be 18 years old or older for this event.
• Attire: Dress comfortably, respectfully, and appropriately for the weather. If you have a Camp T-shirt, you are encouraged—but not required—to wear it.
• Footwear: Comfortable, clean, closed-toe shoes are required for safety across the camp terrain.
• Background check: All volunteers working directly with bereavement retreat guests must have a completed background check. Contact event manager Alice Watson using the organizer information below if you need to confirm your background-check status.

A note on tone: While we always value positive energy, this retreat calls for a gentle, grounded, and empathetic presence. Our goal is to provide a peaceful, stress-free space for guests.

Volunteer Responsibilities

As part of the Bereavement Retreat Support Team, volunteers may help with:

• Warm welcomes: Greeting arriving families, assisting with parking flow, and directing guests to registration.
• Hospitality and meals: Serving meals and refreshments, keeping dining areas clean, and maintaining a welcoming refreshment station.
• Activity support: Helping staff set up and coordinate healing activities, reflection spaces, and craft workshops.
• Camp comforts: Keeping common areas tidy, helping maintain a peaceful atmosphere, and tending the evening remembrance bonfire for guests.