Staff Directory
Executive Staff
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Marketing, Development & Sponsorships
Accounting & Operations
Health, Wellness & Engagement
Youth Services
Alyssa Fox
Youth Services & Athletics Program Director, Sampson County YMCA
910-251-9622 x236
Sports & Play
Camp Kirkwood Staff
Savanah Standifer
Executive Director
910-726-9789 x290
My favorite part of camp is watching campers do something brave — often small, personal moments that lead to big smiles, excited stories, or amazed tears. Those moments remind me why camp is so special. My favorite spot is the outdoor chapel because it’s peaceful, beautiful, and full of the sounds of camp. Camp matters to our community because it’s one of the last magical places where kids can truly be kids — swimming, exploring, laughing, and growing in confidence and character. Campfires, s’mores, and silly songs really do spark growth, helping kids build friendships, find support, and discover who they are.
Lex VonBrockdorff
Director of Camping & Outdoor Education
910-726-9789 x291
My favorite part of camp is hanging by the campfire, singing silly songs, and making lasting friendships. My favorite spot is relaxing in a hammock by Cabin 7. Camp is important to our community because it offers a safe, welcoming space where everyone can grow, learn, and try new things. It builds strong bonds, helps young people gain confidence and empathy, and fosters a sense of belonging that carries far beyond camp. It truly shapes how we care for and support one another.
Katrina Harrison
Camp Engagement & Registration Coordinator
910-726-9789 x316
My favorite part of camp is watching campers grow through challenge, adventure, and connection in an unplugged, natural setting. I especially love the fishing pier. It overlooks the lake, offers beautiful views of camp, and feels like the perfect place for reflection and admiring God’s creation. Camp matters deeply to me because it gives youth and retreat groups a space to build courage, connection, and hope. I’ve seen incredible growth here — kids discovering new strengths and adults rediscovering the playful parts of themselves. I truly believe these experiences are essential for our communities.
DeQuan Williams
Director of Outdoor Aquatics & Retreats
910-726-9789 x315
My favorite part of camp is helping people discover their full potential through the camp experience. My favorite spot at Camp Kirkwood is the outdoor chapel. Camp is important to our community because it’s a rare space where people learn about themselves, grow into their best selves, work through conflict, support each other, and build lifelong connections.
Donna Halsell
Food Service Director
My favorite part of camp is watching campers build confidence, make friends, and try new things. I also enjoy meeting new people. My favorite spot is the kitchen! Camp matters because it pushes kids to step outside their comfort zones and discover their strengths, and that confidence ripples back into our community.
