CAMP BB Volunteer Registration

November 13-15, 2026

Day Spring Episcopal Center, Ellenton, FL

Camp Blue Butterfly is a transformative weekend camp for kids and teens ages 8-17 who have experienced the death of a significant person. This free camp combines fun activities, grief education, counseling, and emotional support. Led by Master's-level grief professionals and trained volunteers, Camp Blue Butterfly provides a unique opportunity for youth to heal, find hope, and connect with others like them.

We welcome you to consider volunteering at Camp Blue Butterfly!
Expect a busy, hot weekend filled with memories that will impact a child’s life. Below is a brief description of the roles you could have at camp. Please mark your interest in one or more of the roles.

Please select any that apply:

Cabin Leaders/Group Facilitators: Provide essential emotional support and guidance to their assigned cabin group. As a Cabin Leader, you will facilitate grief group time, accompany campers to meals and activities, and report on each camper's progress to the Clinical Director. You will also lead your team of volunteers and sleep in the cabin with your campers. *To qualify for this role, you must have a masters degree in a mental health or related field and be committed to attending the entire camp. Must be available Nov.13th at 2 PM until Nov. 15th at 3 PM.*Cabin Big Buddies: Provide essential support and supervision for their assigned cabin group approximately 8-12 campers This includes eating meals with campers, participating in grief and recreational activities, and providing guidance and appropriate discipline as needed. Cabin Big Buddies must be present for the entire camp and sleep in the cabin with their campers. *Must be available Nov. 13th at 2 PM until Nov 15th at 3 PM.*Support: Day Time Volunteers are not assigned to a cabin but play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth running of the camp. Responsibilities will vary, but may include assisting with registration and parking, supporting recreational and grief-related activities, and overseeing setup and teardown. *Must be available Nov.13 at 2 PM until Nov. 15 at 3 PM. This is not an overnight position, but you must support all three days of camp.*

Are you physically able to participate in camp activities in the sun for two or more hours? Activities would include: long walks to and from cabins, and outdoor recreation.

Are you willing and able to spend the night at camp for the weekend (November 13-15, 2026)?

Please acknowledge the following:

Name

First NameLast Name

Preferred Name for Badge

Date of Birth

Date

Gender

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email Address

example@example.com

Daytime Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Home Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Are you an Empath Health Colleague?

Position

Place of Employment & Position

Are you an Empath Volunteer

Where do you Volunteer

Please share your previous experience working with children:

Do you have Youth Grief Camp experience?

Please share:

Have you experienced the death of a significant person in your life?

Please share: Who died and how long ago?

Please share, briefly, what led to your desire to volunteer with Camp Blue Butterfly?

Please Select One:

Please Select a Preferred Cabin:

Boys Ages 8-10

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