Leadership

An Interview with Brittany Patterson, PhD

A coworker makes a racially insensitive joke. A board member resists changes that foster inclusion. A supervisor's communication style impedes belonging. Hard conversations within...

LCOL Chair
Dan Reynolds

​Volunteer Development Chair
Marci Hasty
YMCA of Central Ohio
North YMCA

Professional Development Co-Chair
David Baxter
Red Oak Camp

Professional Development Co-Chair
​Jackie Kaminsky
​Domokur Architects

Government Relations Chair
Ryan Brownfield
Director of Youth Protection
The Ohio State University

Membership Co-Chair 
Beth Young

Membership Co-Chair 
Ken Fortuna Jr. 

EPIC Co-Chair
Nick Pangio
Director of Camp Recky Camps
The Ohio State University

EPIC Co-Chair
Open

Communications Chair
Ian Roberts
Camp Ho Mita Koda

At-Large Member
David Faulstich

Nonprofit organizations are nothing if not complex — and nonprofit camps are no exception. While each nonprofit is unique, one thing they all have in common is a board of directors...

As we work to connect with potential camp staff members, it is important to make sure they truly understand the value of working at summer camp.

Mental Health at Camp for Frontline Staff Course will prepare frontline staff to support campers and themselves around Mental Health and Well-Being at Camp. It is a 90+ minute self...

Mental Health at Camp for Leadership Staff Course will prepare camp leadership for supporting both staff, campers, and themselves around Mental Health and Well-Being at Camp. It is...

Hosted by ACA's Not-for-Profit Council Conversations about Boards of Directors ACA's Not-for-Profit Council hosts regular conversations on topics signifcant to nonprofit camps. In...

Transitioning to your very first supervisory role can be a formidable task, and it's only natural to be nervous. While each employment situation is unique, being a camp supervisor...

ACA’ New Director Orientation (NDO) is designed to give you a solid foundation in the competencies and responsibilities necessary to your work as a camp director.  The course has...