Our
Mission & Values
The coastal area of Georgia is a national treasure. Coastal GreenSpace Guardians will protect and enhance its ecological systems, cultural resources, forest health and wildlife habitats through public education, historic awareness, land management, public advocacy, and land acquisition.
Green spaces are increasingly valuable, cost-effective public health resources that can drive mental, physical, and environmental outcomes for communities.
Coastal GreenSpace Guardians will promote the establishment and improvement of city and county parks as a means to promote health, establish habits for wildlife, protect valuable wetlands, and protect residents from the growing threat of climate impacts.
Our Board
The members of our board of directors are thought leaders who have made a significant contribution to our society. They bring a unique set of skills and expertise to our organization.
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Treasurer
AMY GILLIAM
Chair
Executive Director Chatham County
Amy is responsible for Chatham County and Alliances, The city of Pembroke and the Okefenokee protection Project. Amy Holds a bachelor's degree in business administration. She currently serves as a Materials Manager at Gulfstream Aerospace. She is a results-driven leader with over 25 years in Supply Chain Management in the Aerospace Industry, leading programs from development, sustainment, and through end of life. Previous positions include Change Management Leader at JCB North American and Leadership roles at Sundstrand Aerospace (currently Rockwell Collins).
KELLY HOFFNER
Member
Kelly ran for Effingham County Tax Commissioner in 2024 and garnered a large percentage of votes. She is currently serving as Deputy Clerk, Clerk of the Courts in Effingham County where she supports the judges and attends Superior/State Court trials and sessions; issues and signs subpoenas. Kelly worked in a private security contract business where she administered thirty-five contracts across multiple states. She was employed at Effingham County, as a Tax/Tag Agent, then as Motor Vehicle Supervisor. She has been active in the community and nonprofits.
AVRIL ROY-SMITH
Member
Avril holds three Bachelors Degrees. Avril has a broad background in the retail and service industry while serving on a number of nonprofit LLC's. She also has extensive experience designing and creating websites and electronic media, and designing and creating apps for both commercial and nonprofit organizations. Avri has been a valuable contributor in the formation of Coastal GreenSpace Guardians and has assisted greatly with the legal filings.
KRISTEN STAMPFER
Member
Kristen is the founder and Executive Director of two active nonprofits in coastal Georgia; It’s About Water an environmental group focusing on the water availability and quality for Southeast Georgia and Coastal Communities United a grassroots, nonprofit group aiming to keep our threatened rural communities intact. Her call to action has resonated from Coastal Georgia to Atlanta and most recently to other states.
DON MOFFETT
Member
Holds a BS In Business Administration and a Masters Degree in Public Administration. Worked at Kaiser Permanente, one of the nation's largest not-for-profit health plans, serving 12.6 million members. Held Executive level positions at the Internal Revenue Service, Don also served as Managing Vice President at Wells Fargo and at Charles Schwab. Following retirement he consulted with the Washington D.C. City Government Planning and Zoning Commission.
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