Senate Resolution 934
By: Senators Still of the 48th, Brass of the 6th, Harbin of the 16th, Albers of the 56th and
Anavitarte of the 31st
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Mike Dobbs; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Mike Dobbs joined Camp Southern Ground in early 2016, when the
organization was still in its infancy, to help bring Zac Brown's bold vision to life; and
WHEREAS, Camp Southern Ground was built on the vision of a place where children of all
abilities could experience the magic of an inclusive summer camp, and where veterans and
their families could find renewal, purpose, and growth after extraordinary sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, Mike focused on building a strong and sustainable foundation for the camp,
expanding diversified fundraising, developing an independent and high-caliber Board of
Directors, cultivating a mission-driven team and culture, and designing and launching
transformational programs that would deliver on the camp's promise; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, he led the organization to raise over $77 million to build out
the campus and provide mission driven programming; strengthened the organization's
governance and credibility; expanded the board to include nationally respected leaders across
business, philanthropy, and healthcare; and established Advisory Councils of subject matter
experts to deepen strategic guidance and thought leadership; and
WHEREAS, most importantly, Mike helped transition Camp Southern Ground's fundraising
model from one primarily dependent on its founder to a diversified and sustainable base of
corporate, foundation, and family philanthropy - ensuring long-term stability and growth; and
WHEREAS, beyond the capital raised, the programs launched, and the accolades earned,
Mike considers his proudest accomplishment to be building a curated team of
service-oriented, high-impact professionals who care deeply about the mission and an
organization that recognizes and leverages the unique strengths of every individual it serves
and every individual who serves within it; and
WHEREAS, after ten years of leadership, Mike leaves behind not just buildings or programs,
but a durable culture, a strengthened institution, and a community positioned to scale and
profoundly impact lives for generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Mike Dobbs for his dedicated service to Camp Southern Ground
and extend their sincere best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Mike Dobbs.