Volunteer
Your Hands. God’s Work. Real Impact.
Sugar Creek wouldn't be what it is without an incredible community of volunteers who show up — week after week, season after season — to keep this place running and this ministry thriving.
There are 660 acres to care for, hundreds of campers to welcome, and more events than we can count. Sugar Creek runs on generosity — and not just financial generosity. The volunteers who show up with paintbrushes, hammers, casseroles, and warm smiles are just as essential to this ministry as any donation.
Whether you have a free Tuesday morning, a skilled trade to share, or a whole church group looking for a meaningful service project, there's a place for you here. Every hour you give frees our staff to focus on what they do best: creating life-changing experiences for campers and guests.
Come for a day. Bring your family. Bring your congregation. Stay for lunch. Go home knowing you made a difference.
Why Volunteer at Sugar Creek?
Ways to Volunteer
Tuesday Volunteers: Every Week, All Year
When: Every Tuesday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
What to bring: Work clothes, gloves (optional), a willing attitude
What we provide: Lunch, tools, project guidance, and great company
To get involved: Contact us at (608) 734-3113 or Office@SugarCreekBibleCamp.org
There are 660 acres to care for, hundreds of campers to welcome, and more events than we can count. Sugar Creek runs on generosity — and not just financial generosity. The volunteers who show up with paintbrushes, hammers, casseroles, and warm smiles are just as essential to this ministry as any donation.
Come for a day. Bring your family. Bring your congregation. Stay for lunch. Go home knowing you made a difference.
Event Volunteers: Year-Round Opportunities
Sugar Creek is buzzing with activity every week of the year — and events like the Annual Quilt Auction & Fall Festival, Golf Fundraiser, Winter Fun Days, Yesterday's Youth, and Easter Brunch all depend on volunteers to make them happen.
Beyond major events, there are also weekly opportunities to help host visiting groups — setting up spaces, assisting in the kitchen, supporting housekeeping, and welcoming guests when they arrive. If hospitality is your gift, we need you.
Event Volunteer Roles Include:
Set-up and tear-down crews
Guest check-in and hospitality
Kitchen and meal service support
Housekeeping and facility prep
Event logistics and coordination assistance
Auction support — registration, item handling, checkout
To get involved: Contact us at (608) 734-3113 or Office@SugarCreekBibleCamp.org
Sumer Camp Volunteers — June & July
Summer camp season at Sugar Creek is full, fast, and joyful — and it wouldn't be possible without volunteers who step in alongside our staff to love on campers. Whether you're a retired pastor who wants to lead morning devotions or a retired nurse ready to staff the health office for a week, your experience has a home here.
Summer Volunteer Roles
Chaplain / Devotion Leader — lead morning or evening worship, cabin devotions, or faith conversations with campers
Kitchen Volunteer — assist with meal prep, serving, and kitchen cleanup
Health Office Coordinator — support our nursing staff with health monitoring and camper care (21+, First Aid/CPR required)
Check-in Crew — welcome families on Sunday arrival days and assist with camper registration
Pioneer Town Volunteer — assist with hands-on activities at our heritage learning center
Specialty Skills — teach a class, lead a workshop, or share a trade or talent
A Note on Requirements
Most summer volunteer roles simply require a heart for kids and a willingness to serve. Health office volunteers must be age 21 or older and hold current First Aid/CPR certification. All volunteers working with minors complete our standard orientation and background check process.
To get involved: Contact us at (608) 734-3113 or Office@SugarCreekBibleCamp.org
Volunteer Work Weekend—First Weekend of May
Every spring, before the summer season kicks off, Sugar Creek hosts its annual Volunteer Work Weekend — a multi-day community service event where groups come together to prepare the camp for the hundreds of campers who will arrive just weeks later.
When: First full weekend of May (annually)
Who: Open to individuals, families, church groups, youth groups, and friend groups of any size
Projects: Trail maintenance, cabin cleaning, painting, equipment prep, landscaping, and more — all skill levels welcome
What we provide: Free lodging, hearty meals, and full Sugar Creek hospitality
To reserve your spot: (608) 734-3113 or Office@SugarCreekBibleCamp.org
Reservations for lodging fill up — don't wait to reach out. Bring your group, pick up a hammer (or a rake, or a paintbrush), and help us get ready for the best summer yet.
Custom Volunteer Projects — We’ll Build It With You
Some of our most memorable volunteer projects have come from people who had a specific idea and reached out. A science class that spent a Saturday removing invasive honeysuckle from the bluff trails. Former staff alumni who donated a weekend to upgrade the Nature Center. A church that 'adopted' a cabin village and returns every year to care for it.
Past Custom Projects Have Included:
Invasive species removal and trail restoration
Nature Center enhancements and exhibit upgrades
Church group 'cabin adoption' weekends
Garden and landscaping projects
Technology and AV improvements
Mural and creative arts installations
Custom youth group service trips
Start the conversation: (608) 734-3113 or Office@SugarCreekBibleCamp.org
Ready to Volunteer? Let's Talk.
Not sure which opportunity is right for you? That's okay.
Fill out our volunteer interest form and someone from our team will be in touch to find the best fit for your schedule, skills, and availability.
Other Ways to Support Sugar Creek
Your time is irreplaceable — and so are these other ways to make an impact:
Donate
One-time or recurring financial gifts fuel everything we do — from camperships for families who can't afford camp to facility improvements that keep the place safe and welcoming.
Give Supplies
We maintain a wishlist of supplies and equipment our staff and campers need most. Purchasing an item from the list is a simple, tangible way to make a direct difference.
Thrivent Action Teams
Thrivent members can put their $250 Action Team grants to work at Sugar Creek — funding a project and bringing volunteers along with them.
What Some of Our Volunteers Say
“I volunteer at Sugar Creek Bible Camp because it is one of my ‘happy places.’ I love being surrounded by the beauty of the valley and feeling grounded. It’s fun to see and feel God’s work.”
Dr. Ann Marty
Volunteer Summer Medical Staff,
SCBC Board Member
“We both saw how Sugar Creek changed our daughter’s faith and over the years I have seen the positive effect it has had on a lot of the youth attending camp. The Spirit is still at work here.”
Bob & Kathy Weeks
Year Round Volunteers
Come Be Part of Something That Matters.
Sugar Creek Bible Camp exists because people like you believe in it. Every hour you give, every project you finish, every camper you smile at on a Sunday check-in — it all adds up to something eternal.