| Dear Capital Camps Community, We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Nate Strauss to the role of Camp Director for Capital Camps. Nate brings a profound dedication to a bright Jewish future, a hands-on approach, and deep professional experience within the Jewish community to this role. He will be joining the team beginning on March 4, 2024. Nate is a firm believer that strong Jewish experiences lead to unique and inspired Jewish identities. He served in multiple roles at the Michigan State University Hillel including Director of Jewish Student Life and Assistant Director, and understands the nuances of being a young adult in today’s Jewish and secular societies. His leadership style is heavily influenced by a passion for team-building and guiding teams towards achieving collective goals and fostering a collaborative atmosphere. He is passionate about working with teens and addressing their needs as it relates to mental health, social dynamics, and engaging in creative Jewish and Israel-focused experiences. He is excited to work with our younger campers and help them explore what it means to build community and embrace independence apart from their home life. A core mission for Nate is to cultivate an environment where campers can develop their own Jewish identity and competence, autonomous of their secondary or Jewish day schooling. An outdoor enthusiast, Nate can’t wait to leverage every acre of camp for camp programming, self- and group-discovery, and appreciation of nature. Fun fact: he is a certified yoga instructor! Recognizing the significant step it is for a child to attend camp and for a family to invest and reinvest in Capital Camps, Nate is committed to parent partnerships, and guiding the growth of our campers and staff. He is excited to partner with the year-round team in each of these areas including Adina Golob (Community Care Manager), Melissa Grossman (Family + Community Engagement Director), and Ilana Kornblatt (Assistant Camp Director) as well as Max Nozick (Program Associate) and Penny Hartzman (Camp Registrar and Office Administrator). Please join us in welcoming Nate to the Capital Camps family. We are excited for the future and are confident that under his leadership, camp will continue to be a place where children, teens and staff can grow in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment anchored in Jewish values. Warmly, Havi Goldscher Sarah Barnett CEO Board Chair  |