Board of Directors
Meet the dedicated volunteers who guide Camp Watcha-Wanna-Do with heart, purpose, and a whole lot of camp spirit.
Our board is made up of people who grew up with camp — former campers, counselors, and friends who turned their love for this place into a lifelong commitment. They bring professional expertise and personal passion to everything they do.
Officers
The leadership team guiding our mission forward
Carmen DeBruce
President & FounderCarmen has been the heart of Camp Watcha-Wanna-Do since the very beginning. A nurse at Lutheran Hospital, she pours her passion into making sure every camper, volunteer, and fellow nurse feels the magic of camp week. When she’s not at camp, you’ll find her with family, crafting, or planning her next Disney adventure.
Mary Baker
Co-Vice PresidentMary has been part of our camp family for over 20 years, first introduced through her daughter. Known as the ‘Art Barn Queen,’ she brings creativity and warmth to everything she touches. She loves spending time with her kids and grandkids, and volunteering at a local pet shelter.
Kenny Thomas
Co-Vice PresidentKenny joined camp as a counselor through a friend who was a cancer survivor—and he’s been here ever since. A coach and teacher by profession, he brings energy and heart to the board. He loves cooking for family and friends, and spending time with his daughter Kora Jean and significant other Sam.
Conner Hoagland
SecretaryConner’s camp story started when he was a kid battling cancer. He and his twin graduated from the camper program, became counselors, and now Conner serves on the board. When he’s not being the world’s best uncle, you can find him water skiing or rock climbing.
Ting Kellerman
TreasurerTing joined our camp family through a friend who was already volunteering. She brings a wealth of financial knowledge that has moved our organization forward with her attention to detail. Outside of camp, she loves golf and spending time with her husband, son, and pets.
Program Director
Jennyfer Balkema
Program DirectorJennyfer brings dedication and energy to everything she does for our campers. As Program Director, she helps shape the experiences that make camp week unforgettable. Full bio coming soon!
Board Members
The passionate volunteers who make camp possible
Garrett Bastin
Board Member
Garrett and his brother first came to camp as counselors through a buddy with a connection to camp. A family physician by trade, he’s passionate about the health and happiness of our campers. He enjoys IU sports and spending time with his wife and three kids.
Heather Blasius
Board Member
Heather leads our Kinder Camp program and recently finished her degree in counseling. Her journey started as a camper, then counselor, and now board member—she’s excited to have more time for camp, her two sons, and her husband.
Logan Baumgardner
Board Member
Logan first came to camp with his sister who was fighting cancer, and he fell in love with the place. He still spends the week in a cabin as a counselor every year. He’s a project manager who enjoys time with his wife and family.
Beth Clendenen
Board Member
Beth is a retired oncology nurse who has served as our camp nurse for many years. She brings the fun—always chatting with campers and dancing at the camp dance! She and her husband love to travel.
Ben Dehr
Board Member
Ben came to CWWD as a past Camp Potawatomi counselor and brings deep knowledge of resident camp life. He’s our counselor trainer and Co-Leadership staff who helps run camp. A registered behavior technician, he loves spending time with his wife and kids.
Rachel Edwards
Board Member
Rachel owns a photography and wedding flowers business and brings her creative eye to camp. A former Camp Potawatomi and CWWD counselor, she also volunteers with Big Brothers/Big Sisters. She’s a proud plant mom with the cutest dog!
Kaitlyn Everett
Board Member
Kaitlyn and her mom have volunteered with camp for years, originally connected through Casa Restaurant. Her calm demeanor and steady presence are a gift to the board. She works for Pepsi and is a devoted mom to two kids.
Joey Hain
Board Member
Joey joined camp as a counselor alongside his cousins Bethany and Ben, and his energy is contagious. He shines with the kids and brings fresh ideas to everything he does. A stand-up comedy enthusiast, he’s also a huge marketing and social media asset for camp.
Chloe Hines
Board Member
Chloe’s camp journey spans every role—camper, counselor, counselor trainer, board member, and Co-Leadership staff. She works as a counselor outside of camp too and is a huge advocate for the siblings of cancer survivors.
April Steffen
Board Member
April has been our camp nurse for many years, handling paperwork, meds, and late-night cabin runs with grace. Her organizational skills and fun spirit keep everything running smoothly. She loves crafting, bingo, and family time—and her husband is a past camper!
“To be a counselor at camp means everything to me, these kiddos have showed me countless times about real perseverance. I am FOREVER grateful for finding this camp and being accepted.”
— Kenny
Board Member & Past Counselor
Governance & Transparency
Our Commitment
Camp Watcha-Wanna-Do is committed to the highest standards of governance, transparency, and accountability. Our board meets regularly to oversee operations, review financials, and ensure we're fulfilling our mission effectively.
We are members of the Children's Oncology Camping Association (COCA-I) and maintain accreditation with the Better Business Bureau.
Financial Stewardship
Our board ensures responsible use of donated funds with regular financial reviews. We're committed to making sure donations go directly to supporting our campers and programs.
Annual financial reports and Form 990s are available for public review.
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We're always looking for passionate individuals who want to help guide our mission. If you love camp and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
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