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The core of our outreach work is our performances and workshops for kids in the community and around the Northwest.
Every summer, we take Jet City Improv across the state of Washington to perform summer camps for kids with life-altering illnesses or disabilities (such as cancer, Muscular Dystrophy, juvenile diabetes, physical disabilities, or developmental disabilities), or kids recovering from the loss of a loved one. We bring laughter to kids that need it the most, at no cost to the organizations that operate the camps. |
These kids have to deal with hardship all year round, but at these camps they can laugh, play, be with one another, and just get to feel like being a kid. As the camp counselors tell us, Jet City Improv’s performances are one of the highlights of their stay at the camps, and they always greet us with excitement, smiles and cheers, because they know that as soon as we arrive, they are just minutes away from laughing at a great show, shouting out suggestions for our improv scenes, and sometimes even joining us in the fun on stage.
In 2025, Jet City Improv continued its mission of bringing laughter, connection, and moments of joy to youth across Washington. Our teams traveled throughout the region to perform at camps and community programs that serve young people with serious medical conditions, disabilities, trauma histories, and other life challenges.
These kids face hardship throughout the year, yet during these programs they get to laugh, play, be silly with their peers, and simply feel like themselves. Counselors often tell us our visit is one of the highlights of their camp session, and campers greet our performers with excitement, big smiles, and eager suggestions for scenes.
Camps and Programs Served in 2025:
Camp Discovery, Stanwood WA
A camp for youth with epilepsy and their siblings. Our June 29 performance brought together more than one hundred campers for an evening of supportive, high-spirited fun.
Seattle Parks and Recreation Specialized Programs, Seattle WA
A series of shows for youth and adults with developmental disabilities at Ravenna Park, Seward Park, and Camp Long. These daytime performances help build community through inclusive recreation.
Camp Leo for Children with Diabetes, Auburn Black Diamond Camp
A long-standing partner serving youth with Type 1 Diabetes. We performed for both the high school and middle school programs this summer, bringing laughter to over two hundred campers combined.
Camp Eyabsut, Auburn Black Diamond Camp
A healing and peer-support camp for young burn survivors. We returned again in 2025 to bring levity and connection to this remarkable community.
Kiwanis Camp Casey, Blaine WA
A mobility-focused camp serving youth with neuromuscular and physical disabilities. We visited both the younger and older camper sessions, receiving heartfelt messages from counselors who shared how much the annual show means to their campers.
REACH Ministries at Camp Korey, Mount Vernon WA
A supportive community for kids and families impacted by medical trauma. Our August performance welcomed campers into a morning of laughter and shared joy.
Camp Leo Family Camp, Stanwood WA
A fall season program that invites entire families living with Type 1 Diabetes to connect, learn, and play. Camper numbers are still being finalized.
Hunger Intervention Program, North Seattle
A five week workshop series bringing improv skills and confidence building to food insecure teens across multiple Seattle Housing Authority partner sites.
2025 Totals at a Glance:
• 647 campers served
• 172 staff engaged
• 11 improv shows
• 5 workshops through Hunger Intervention
• 60 teens served in workshops
• 8 partner organizations supported
• Fully donated programming, free for all camps
In 2025, Jet City Improv continued its mission of bringing laughter, connection, and moments of joy to youth across Washington. Our teams traveled throughout the region to perform at camps and community programs that serve young people with serious medical conditions, disabilities, trauma histories, and other life challenges.
These kids face hardship throughout the year, yet during these programs they get to laugh, play, be silly with their peers, and simply feel like themselves. Counselors often tell us our visit is one of the highlights of their camp session, and campers greet our performers with excitement, big smiles, and eager suggestions for scenes.
Camps and Programs Served in 2025:
Camp Discovery, Stanwood WA
A camp for youth with epilepsy and their siblings. Our June 29 performance brought together more than one hundred campers for an evening of supportive, high-spirited fun.
Seattle Parks and Recreation Specialized Programs, Seattle WA
A series of shows for youth and adults with developmental disabilities at Ravenna Park, Seward Park, and Camp Long. These daytime performances help build community through inclusive recreation.
Camp Leo for Children with Diabetes, Auburn Black Diamond Camp
A long-standing partner serving youth with Type 1 Diabetes. We performed for both the high school and middle school programs this summer, bringing laughter to over two hundred campers combined.
Camp Eyabsut, Auburn Black Diamond Camp
A healing and peer-support camp for young burn survivors. We returned again in 2025 to bring levity and connection to this remarkable community.
Kiwanis Camp Casey, Blaine WA
A mobility-focused camp serving youth with neuromuscular and physical disabilities. We visited both the younger and older camper sessions, receiving heartfelt messages from counselors who shared how much the annual show means to their campers.
REACH Ministries at Camp Korey, Mount Vernon WA
A supportive community for kids and families impacted by medical trauma. Our August performance welcomed campers into a morning of laughter and shared joy.
Camp Leo Family Camp, Stanwood WA
A fall season program that invites entire families living with Type 1 Diabetes to connect, learn, and play. Camper numbers are still being finalized.
Hunger Intervention Program, North Seattle
A five week workshop series bringing improv skills and confidence building to food insecure teens across multiple Seattle Housing Authority partner sites.
2025 Totals at a Glance:
• 647 campers served
• 172 staff engaged
• 11 improv shows
• 5 workshops through Hunger Intervention
• 60 teens served in workshops
• 8 partner organizations supported
• Fully donated programming, free for all camps
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We don’t want to turn down any camp that requests a visit from Jet City Improv and a chance to laugh in addition to a great summer camp experience. Please help us make that goal a reality. |
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Dear Mike,
Just wanted to send you a note to thank you and your group for coming to Camp Discovery. You are a real treat for the kids and they always look forward to seeing you guys! I personally have been to Jet City several times and always appreciate your hilarious performances! Thanks again for donating the time and energy to making camp a special experience for our kids! Best Regards, Kevin Program Director Epilepsy Foundation Northwest |
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