The Heart of the Home
Meet the people who make Southeastern Children’s Home a place of care, guidance, and transformation. Each one of them believes that every child and family deserves a champion who nurtures growth, offers encouragement, and walks with them through life’s most difficult challenges
Leadership
Brad Brooks
Executive Director
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Brad has served as Case Manager, Education Instructor, and Director of Social Services at SECH. He holds a Bachelor’s from Lipscomb University and a Master’s from Converse College. A running enthusiast and avid San Francisco 49ers fan, Brad and his wife, Katie, have four children: Reese, Ellie, Hattie, and Will.
Josh Propst
Director of Operations
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Josh Propst serves as Director of Operations and brings more than 28 years of nonprofit executive leadership, youth development, and child advocacy experience to SECH. He holds a bachelor’s from Appalachian State University and master’s from Clemson University. Josh enjoys sharing his love of the outdoors with others and bringing people closer to Jesus Christ through shared outdoor experiences. At church, Josh serves on the worship leader’s team and is a Deacon of Missions. Josh and his wife Stephanie have two children, Zachary and Elijah.
Counseling
Robert Kimberly
Counselor
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Robert serves as a counselor at SECH and brings decades of leadership experience. He holds a B.S. in Social Work from Lipscomb University and an M.A. in Human Services from Nova University. He is a South Carolina Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, National Board Certified Counselor, and Licensed Adoption Investigator.
Foster Care Team
Jon Adams
Foster Care Outreach Coordinator
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Jon leverages his business experience and ministry background to recruit and support foster families. A graduate of USC Upstate and former collegiate baseball player, Jon is passionate about connecting children with loving, Christian homes.
Caitlin Ingle
Foster Care Supervisor
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Caitlin joined the SECH team in 2022. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Charleston Southern University and her Master of Social Work from the University of West Florida. She enjoys coffee, books, and board games, and is passionate about supporting children and families in meaningful ways.
Development & Administration
Page Brannon
Development Associate
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Page has served SECH since 2023, focusing on event planning and engaging with children on campus. She lives in Greenville, SC, with her husband Mitchell, enjoys walking her German Shepherd Raven, and playing pickleball.
Mark Audia
Bookkeeper
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Mark supports the financial health of SECH, ensuring resources are used effectively to serve children and families.
Board of Directors
Darvin Helvy, Chair
Spartanburg, SC
Eric Bitting
Rock Hill, SC
Stephen Bradshaw
Abbeville, SC
Chris Counts
Summerville, SC
Jon Gaminde
Chesnee, SC
Ted Gantt
Aiken, SC
Chip Holton
Lexington, SC
Chuck Thigpen
Simpsonville, SC
Wanda Williams
Simpsonville, SC
Tracy VanHamme
Fort Mill, SC
Be the Change in Someone’s Life
Every family and child deserves love and support. Connect with us today to explore how you can get help or help others to make an enduring difference.
By joining with our Christ-centered programs, you strengthen your own family and bring support to hurting children. Whether you choose to open your home, seek guidance through counseling, or connect with our foster care community, you become a beacon of hope and love.