Our Team

Foundation Leadership

The Camp Ohana Foundation is run by individuals who are compassionate in providing opportunities for under privileged children in Kenya. The Foundation governance structure includes a Board of Directors, an Advisory Council and various committees charged with key functions.

Board of Directors

Amos Balongo

Founder & Chairman

Amos is both the Founder and Chairman of the Camp Ohana Foundation.

Laurel Capobianco

Vice Chair

Laurel is passionately engaged in service to the nonprofit sector with over 15 years of leadership experience.

Fred Musinde

Treasurer

Fred serves as the Treasurer for the Camp Ohana Foundation.

Jonathan Rechner

Secretary

Jonathan serves as the Secretary for the Camp Ohana Foundation.

Advisory Council

Steve McLeod

Creative Director

Steve's background includes volunteering for a number of international organizations including the YMCA and various youth programs in his native New Zealand.

Peggie Chen

Research & Development

Peggie Chen serves as the Director for Research and Development for the Camp Ohana Foundation.

Stephanie Arne

Micro-Donations & Social Media

Stephanie serves as the Director of Micro Donations for the Camp Ohana Foundation.

Kap Te'o- Tafiti

Cultural Ambassador

Kap serves as the Cultural Ambassador for The Camp Ohana Foundation.

Eric Nicolarsen

Marketing & Partnerships

Eric serves as the Director of Marketing and Partnerships for the Camp Ohana Foundation.

Rachel Morel

Communication & PR

Rachel is an integral member of the Advisory council and is responsible for the development of The Camp Ohana Foundation’s communication strategy.

Nicole Hinzie

Health & Wellness

Nicole serves as the Director of Health and Wellness programs for the Camp Ohana Foundation.

Joel Brown

Finance & Business Strategy

Joel serves as our Director of Finance and Business Strategy. He is a seasoned finance executive with over 15 years experience.

Hank Bauer

Curriculum & Development

Hank serves on the Curriculum and Development team for the Camp Ohana Foundation.

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