Every year, UCLA UniCamp gives more than 1,200 kids from urban communities a chance to experience a classic outdoor summer camp, side-by-side with over 400 UCLA student volunteers, like me. It’s a place where campers and volunteers learn from each other, try new things, and discover what they’re capable of.
When I was a volunteer and mentor at this camp, I got to experience so much joy and discovered that giving my time not only changed a child’s summer, but also gave me purpose. Seeing the kids enjoy a summer in the mountains that they otherwise might not have access to was inspirational.
When I was a volunteer and mentor at this camp, I got to experience so much joy and discovered that giving my time not only changed a child’s summer, but also gave me purpose. Seeing the kids enjoy a summer in the mountains that they otherwise might not have access to was inspirational.
Laughing and learning together while finger painting turns into mentoring moments Teaching arts and crafts, sharing skills and stories that spark creativity Campers connecting through games, guided by volunteers who cheer them on.
