Resident Camp Programs

• Summer Camp - JULY 26 - AUGUST 1, 2024

  We are thrilled to unveil a brand-new initiative program for this upcoming summer at Camp Laurel. Considering valuable input from all our stakeholders, (campers, parents/caregivers, volunteers, staff, donors, and our Board of Directors, it’s evident that our youth aged 13-17, impacted by HIV/AIDS, would greatly benefit from a program that specifically emphasizes leadership, career development, life-skills education, and a supportive environment to openly discuss HIV/AIDS.

  Throughout the existence of Camp Laurel, our overarching goal has consistently been to empower young individuals to navigate the challenges associated with living with HIV/AIDS. With the introduction of this innovative program, we believe we can more effectively fulfill our mission and successfully achieve our desired outcomes.

  We are calling this new program TEEN ADVENTURE CAMP. This week-long residential camp will house the youth (aged 13-17 affected by HIV/AIDS), on the college campus of California State University Northridge and focus on teaching the youth leadership skills and introducing them to various career paths. Housed in the campus dorms in cabin groups with counselors, each day the youths will venture out to visit a company or organization in Los Angeles and have a project to complete.

  While it is all a surprise each day, examples could be a trip to a sound studio, where the youth are taught how to produce a song or public service announcement by writing, recording, and editing it. At the end of the day, they will have completed a project and experienced first-hand what it is like to have a career in the field.

  Samples of daily projects could be in the field of photography, social media influencers, animation, music, sports, acting, and more. We will also introduce the youth to the importance of giving back and have them complete an activity with a local non-profit. Each day will be filled with additional fun activities that will allow the youth to experience something they might never have had the opportunity to experience.

  In the evenings we have support groups with the youth facilitated by licensed social workers. Our finale will be a celebration at a very special venue in Los Angeles where the youth can dance and celebrate their success of the week.

  We hope you will join us as a volunteer this summer for this new program!

  In addition this year, we have updated our volunteer training to make camp more accessible for everyone. Training will be a combination of online and in-person training.
  APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 1, 2024
  Important Training Dates:
  Camp July 27- Aug 1
  CAMP LAUREL Mandatory Counselor Trainings
  May 1 – Online Training Available (approx. 6 hrs)
  July 26 (8:30 AM -5:30 PM) In-Person Training in Pasadena
  Zoom mandatory meeting (you must attend at least one of these meetings:
  Dates are: July 9 (7-8 PM) or July 14 (11 AM-12 PM) or July 18 (7-8 PM)

  Find out what it takes to be a volunteer – Volunteer Job Description.

  Medical Director Job Description.

  Medical Staff Job Description.

  Help Team Staff Job Description.

  Contact us for more information on how to get involved!

  Click the link below if you are a returning volunteer to complete an application. If you are a new volunteer please email us to get set up in our system.

CAMP LAUREL LEADERSHIP TEAM 2024