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Camp because I said I would.

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Volunteer at Our December Bereavement Retreat

[email protected]August 31, 2026

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Volunteer at our Dec 4-6th bereavement retreat in Walhonding, Ohio. Choose one or more free shifts and help provide welcoming, compassionate behind-the-scenes support for retreat guests.

Volunteer at Our November Bereavement Retreat

[email protected]August 31, 2026

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Volunteer at our Nov. 20-22nd bereavement retreat in Walhonding, Ohio. Choose one or more free shifts and help provide welcoming, compassionate behind-the-scenes support for retreat guests.

Volunteer at Our October Bereavement Retreat

[email protected]August 31, 2026

People participating in an indoor group activity at camp

Volunteer at our Oct 16-18th bereavement retreat in Walhonding, Ohio. Choose one or more free shifts and help provide welcoming, compassionate behind-the-scenes support for retreat guests.

Volunteer at Camp: October 9โ€“11, 2026

[email protected]August 21, 2026

Volunteer behind the scenes at a multi-day adult retreat at Camp Because I Said I Would in Walhonding, Ohio, October 9โ€“11. Choose the day and shift that work for you.

Help Adults with Disabilities Build Resiliency: Volunteer Crew

[email protected]August 20, 2026

Volunteer behind the scenes at a multi-day Self-Advocate Leadership Retreat for approximately 35 adults with disabilities from Knox and Coshocton counties. Choose one or more shifts across September 9โ€“10.

Volunteer at Our September Bereavement Retreat

[email protected]July 12, 2026

People participating in an indoor group activity at camp

Volunteer at our September 11โ€“13 bereavement retreat in Walhonding, Ohio. Choose one or more free shifts and help provide welcoming, compassionate behind-the-scenes support for retreat guests.

Volunteer Opportunity: Event Crew at Camp 9/17/26

[email protected]July 10, 2026

Volunteer at Camp Because I Said I Would on September 17. Choose a daytime or full-day event-support shift and help welcome corporate picnic guests.

Volunteer Day: Honoring the 14th Anniversary That Inspired Our Mission โ€“ September 4, 2026

Andrea MartinJanuary 25, 2026

Honor the 14th anniversary of the loss that inspired founder Alex Sheen to start because I said I would. Volunteer at Camp on September 4 and turn remembrance into meaningful service.

September Adult Bereavement Retreat: Navigating Grief through Resiliency Skills and Mental Health Habits

Andrea MartinNovember 12, 2025

A three-day retreat for adults navigating grief, featuring guided support, resiliency workshops, meals, activities, and overnight lodging at Camp Because I Said I Would.

Camp Because I Said I Would

3483 McCament Rd
Walhonding, OH 43843
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  • Programs
    • Bereavement Retreats
    • Youth Camp
    • Community Impact Professionals
  • Host Your Group
    • Lodging
    • Corporate Retreats
    • Leadership Development with Alex Sheen
    • Weddings
    • Dining
    • Activities
  • Events Calendar
  • Get Involved
    • Individual Volunteering
    • Group Volunteering
    • Events Calendar
    • Careers
    • Volunteerism Committee
    • Share Your Story
  • Gallery
    • Photo Galleries
    • Facebook
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  • Donate
    • Sponsor a Grieving Family
    • Donate Equipment or Supplies
    • Start a Fundraiser
    • More Ways to Give
    • Donor Recognition & Giving Levels
  • Back to Main Site

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Because I said I would is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering people with resiliency skills and mental health habits to face the adversities of life. We achieve this mission through programs in schools, prisons and at our 92-acre camp in central Ohio with families facing tragedies.. Learn more ยป