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Tracy Small

Waterford,MI

Summary

Self-directed nonprofit professional with experience defining strategy, leading staff, and supporting governance. Strong grant writing, outreach, and relationship-building skills have helped establish funding, teams, and effective early operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder / Executive Director

Hands to the Future
Denver , CO
02.2022 - Current

Defines mission, long-term goals, and strategic direction. Manages donor relationships, budgets, and grant activity.

Secures funding through networks, grants, & donor relationships.

  • Established administrative and program foundations to support effective early operations and service delivery.
  • Sets multi-year goals aligned with mission and oversees execution.
  • Guides staff, programs, and compliance across daily operations.

Built initial team and board through targeted outreach to staff and advisors to establish strong governance and operational support.

Represents organization in community and media settings.

  • Supports board collaboration through clear communication and updates.
  • Builds staff morale, retention, and inclusive workplace practices.
  • Facilitated board meetings to enhance collaboration and decision-making. — fostering a collaborative, informed, and effective board.

Education

Master of Science - International Education

School of International Training / World Learning
Brattleboro, VT
05-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05-2004

Skills

  • Nonprofit management
  • Grant writing
  • Community outreach
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Relationship building

Affiliations

  • Volunteer: Faith-based communities, environmental organizations, nautical associations / clubs, military sponsored events, and educational initiatives.

Timeline

Founder / Executive Director

Hands to the Future
02.2022 - Current

Master of Science - International Education

School of International Training / World Learning

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education

Arizona State University
Tracy Small