More Than Baseball.

IBCD is more than just learning baseball. IBCD is a free, one-week, half-day summer baseball camp for children who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing, 7-14. Campers develop baseball skills alongside Deaf role models, experienced coaches, interpreters, and volunteers in an inclusive environment designed for communication, confidence, and fun.

FREE!

100% free for children who are Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Age 7-14.

ACCESSIBLE

Deaf role models, interpreters, signing volunteers, & an environment where every camper belongs.

REAL BASEBALL

Professional coaching, great facilities, & a special Iowa Cubs experience.

FRIENDSHIPS

One amazing week.
Connections that last a lifetime.

Every Camper Belongs.

For many campers, IBCD is the first place they’ve been surrounded by other children who are Deaf and hard-of-hearing. It’s where lifelong friendships begin, confidence grows, and every child can communicate freely – without feeling different or left out.

See what a week at IBCD looks like through the eyes of our campers, families, and volunteers.

Quick Info

2027 Dates

June 14-18, 2027

Johnston Little League

7501 NW 54th Ave
Johnston, IA 50131

Contact

Camp Highlights

  • One-week, half-day camp for children who are Deaf and hard of hearing children, ages 7-14
  • FREE to attend, thanks to the support of sponsors and donors. Limited spots, so it is on first-come, first-served basis
  • IBCD jersey & hat
  • Free lunches, water/gatorade & snacks
  • Professional coaching and former collegiate/high school players
  • Attend ASL Night with the Iowa Cubs. Campers get FREE tickets. Family & friends welcome too.

Iowa Cubs Support

  • ASL Night with the lowa Cubs – June 17, 2027
  • Support from the lowa Cubs, the Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs
  • Sign the national anthem on the field before the game and Take Me Out to the Ball Game during the seventh-inning stretch at Principal Park
  • Meet lowa Cubs players!
  • lowa Cubs player exclusive Q&A
  • Autographs by lowa Cubs players
  • A private stadium tour and a pick-up game with lowa Cubs players at Principal Park on Friday

Donations

For individuals or groups who would like to make a donation to IBCD, please visit the Support page. 

You can donate via: 

Our tax identification number is #75-3169070

2027 Dates & Locations

June 14-18, 2026

Johnston Little League

7501 NW 54th Ave
Johnston, IA 50131

2027 Registration Date

TBD.

About

lowa Baseball Camp for the Deaf is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, through Iowa Hands & Voices, committed to providing baseball experiences for deaf and hard-of-hearing children in the state of lowa. We aim to provide an instructive, safe and fun environment for the children to learn fundamental baseball skills in addition with fun activities. We are pleased to join lowa Hands & Voices and continue a tradition of teaching the Deaf youth the love of the game.

 

Thank you to our 2026 Corporation Supporters!