Summer 2024 Staff Awards
Summer Camp closed on August 3, 2024, and the staff celebrated with the traditions of “MegaClean” (yes, deep cleaning EVERYTHING), staff banquet served by the Camp Greenville Board of Directors, staff awards ceremony, staff video, and closing thoughts with slow songs. Congratulations to the annual summer staff award winners!
Chad Fossen Award
(formerly the “Rookie of the Year” Award)
Presented to Katy Harvill, Division Leader - D1
Mr. Chad Fossen was presented with the Camp Greenville “Rookie of the Year” award in 2022, following his first season as the Food Service Director. Sadly, Chad passed away in the spring of 2023, and his spirit is honored through the naming of this award.
The Chad Fossen Award is presented to a first time Camp Greenville staff who quickly embraced and embodied the culture and mission of camp and exceeded all expectations by their contribution to the camp community and continuously putting campers first.
Katy graduated from Oklahoma State University in 2023, with a Bachelors degree in Recreation Management and Recreational Therapy. Leading up to summer camp season, she worked at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly. Katy has worked previously at both YMCA Camp Classen and YMCA Camp Loma Mar. She brought boundless energy and fresh ideas to her role as a Division Leader!
Greg McKee Award
Presented to Cameron Plummer, Base Camp Cabin Leader from the United Kingdom
Mr. Greg McKee served as the Camp Greenville director from 1990-2010, leading camp through a period of growth in enrollment, adventure programs, and mission impact. Greg is beloved by generations of camp alumni and he continues to serve as a volunteer, mentor, and inspiration.
The Greg McKee Award is presented to an outstanding international staff member that exemplifies our Camp Greenville goal of providing safe, fun, magical experiences for children by putting campers first through our core values, as well as leaves a positive footprint on camp through their cultural exchange.
Cameron graduated from University in 2019 and has worked in Supply Chain and Logistics at home in the UK. Leading up to this summer, he worked at a large sportswear and apparel company for just over 2 years. He is a sports enthusiast, who loves soccer, football, cycling, trail walking, and any sports with a racquet or a bat. Cameron thrived as the leader of boys in their cabin groups this summer.
Sudie Mulligan Award
Presented to Jonathan Borges, Kitchen Staff
Sudie Mulligan served camp as a cook, nurse, naturalist, and female role model to all the boys (at the time) of Camp Greenville, during her husband Monk Mulligan’s tenure as Director from 1944-1967.
The Sudie Mulligan Award is presented to the Support Staff Member best exemplifying Sudie’s passion for supporting camp's mission through dedication and collaboration behind the scenes.
Jonathan has served in many roles at Camp Greenville, including for the last 3 Summers in the Dining Hall as part of our food service staff. Jonathan has a particular focus on assisting Cabin Leaders in preparing “Magical Moments” for their campers - anything food related. From camper-made cookies, sushi, or smoothies, Jonathan was prepared to lend a helping hand and make the experience memorable for everyone involved.
Monk Mulligan Award
Presented to Alyssa Graham, Dining Hall Coordinator
Mr. Monk Mulligan served as the Camp Greenville Director from 1944-1967. Alumni remember Monk for not only his leadership of camp, but moreso his interactions with campers, particularly related to ping pong competition. The “Monk’s Old Timer’s” honor is bestowed upon campers to attend camp for at least 5 years.
The Monk Mulligan Award is presented to an individual who relentlessly pursues the little things to make sure that campers are always put first. Every single day and every single decision is to keep Monk’s vision alive of serving children and allowing a camper to learn and grow and be impacted far beyond their week at Camp Greenville. This individual embodies what is means to live and perform out the “Camp Greenville spirit”.
After 1 year as a camper and 2 years as an LDP, Alyssa celebrated her 3rd year on staff this summer. And in a role that is brand new to Camp Greenville! As the Dining Hall Coordinator, Alyssa ensured every mealtime was special for campers, and all the logistics were in place for a restful and entertaining dining hall experience.
Alyssa attends the University of Georgia, majoring in Cognitive Science and Spanish, with a minor in Law and a certificate in Personal and Organizational Leadership on the Pre-Law track. She's a member Georgia's club soccer team, loves spending time with friends and family, snowboarding, hiking, going to the beach, and pickle ball!
Uncle Johnny Holmes Award
Presented to Scot Baddley (President and CEO of YMCA of Greenville) by camp executive director, Cory Harrison.
John M. “Uncle Johnny” Holmes served as General Secretary of the Y beginning in 1914 and continued as Camp Director through 1944. He saw camp through massive transitions from offering camp at its past location near Blythe Shoals to securing the land of Standing Stone Mountain for Camp Greenville’s current location between 1921 and 1925. Camp Greenville simply would not exist without the service, vision, and hard work of Uncle Johnny Holmes.
The Uncle Johnny Homes Award is presented for outstanding long term service to Camp Greenville.
The award is presented this year to Mr. Scot Baddley, President and CEO of YMCA of Greenville, who is slated to retire this fall after 20+ years of service to the Greenville community. We at YMCA Camp Greenville are immensely grateful for Scot’s ongoing leadership and support of the camping programs of the Y.
