about

Camp Fire Walla Walla is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping youth find their spark and discover who they are.
We believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, enjoy nature, and thrive, so we offer a variety of programs, camps, events, and service learning projects meant to engage youth and inspire them to be themselves. Young people want to shape the world. Through Camp Fire, they can see immediate action and discover that they have what it takes to make a difference now.
As part of the Camp Fire national organization, which dates back to 1910, Camp Fire Walla Walla has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in preparing young people for the bright futures ahead of them. We are an inclusive organization, welcoming all youth, and believe that our co-ed programs allow young people to lay strong foundations for exceptional social skills.
OUR MISSION
Camp Fire Walla Walla is a community based nonprofit organization with a mission to build caring and confident youth and future leaders. We provide quality out-of-school programming that fosters growth within the children of our community. In our After School Camp and Super Summer in the Park programs, we focus on helping children to LEARN, GROW, EXPLORE, CREATE, BUILD FRIENDSHIPS, AND HAVE A LOT OF FUN!
OUR PROMISE
Young people want to shape the world. Camp Fire provides the opportunity to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are. In Camp Fire, it begins now.
WHAT IS CAMPFIRE? IT'S A WAY OF LIFE.
We know the youth of today want to shape the world. Camp Fire provides the experience everyone needs to discover who they are - find their spark - and become a leader now.
FOCUSED PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE!
Our programs encourage personal exploration by incorporating a researched based approach to youth development that ensures participants gain the skills necessary to thrive throughout their lives.
In order to make Camp Fire Walla Walla programs available to all children, regardless of socioeconomic background, we depend on the support of a generous community. Camp Fire would like to thank all supporters who are impacting the lives of children in Walla Walla!
OUR VALUES
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OFFICE STAFF
BOARD MEMBERS
President:
Maria Fondahn
Vice President:
Peter Thorson
Secretary:
Marissa Waddell
At Large:
Amanda Lemus
Anne Swant
Nancy Abel
Kevan Gifford
Reyna Walker
Join our volunteer Board of Directors!
Serve as a voting member of the board with the authority and responsibility to develop policies, procedures, and regulations for the conduct of Camp Fire Walla Walla. Help shape the direction of the organization and contribute to its financial sustainability. If you're interested in applying for a position on the Camp Fire Walla Walla Board of Directors, please contact us for more information.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Current Openings:
Looking to gain experience in the youth development field AND have a ton of fun!? We are currently hiring for summer positions. Come join our team of awesome role models, motivators, educators, caregivers and spark champions.
Working at Camp Fire through both our after school program and summer program is an extremely rewarding experience. It’s an opportunity to help the youth of our community thrive and become leaders within their communities and peer groups.
At Camp Fire it is more than a way of life for the youth—it’s a way of life for everyone.
Camp Fire Walla Walla accepts employment applications at all times. To submit an application, please download and fill out the employment application and mail or bring in to our office at 414 S Park St, Walla Walla, WA 99362.
Join our team to help light the fire within.