TRACY EMERY
MANHATTAN
Summary
Experienced nonprofit leader with 5+ years directing community resource mobilization, volunteer management, and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record managing large-scale donation campaigns, building community partnerships, and coordinating services for vulnerable populations including refugees and families in need. Strong background in project management, team leadership, and mission-driven organizational development.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
The Dusty Bookshelf
04.2024 - Current
- Manage sales operations and staff development for local business
- Oversee inventory management, vendor relations, and customer experience initiatives
- Train and onboard new team members, creating welcoming community environment
Board Member
Flint Hills Wellness Coalition
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Participated in organizational governance and strategic planning for community wellness initiatives
- Contributed to policy development and resource allocation decisions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary stakeholders on community health programming
Community Care Team Member
Flint Hills Community Care Team
08.2019 - 04.2024
- Served on multidisciplinary team connecting individuals in need with community resources
- Coordinated care services and resource referrals for vulnerable populations
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, social services, and community organizations
Director
USD 383 FIT Closet
05.2019 - 04.2024
- Directed comprehensive resource mobilization program serving 800+ students and families annually
- Managed and recruited 45+ member volunteer team, ensuring consistent service delivery
- Coordinated large-scale community donation campaigns for clothing, hygiene items, and school supplies
- Developed strategic partnerships with community organizations to expand program reach and capacity
- Maintained stakeholder communications through social media management and Board of Education reporting
- Established equitable access protocols for registered families, ensuring dignified service delivery
- Established FIT Closet as key community resource for MART's expanding refugee resettlement efforts, initially supporting Afghan families during 2021 withdrawal and continuing to provide essential clothing and hygiene kits for refugee families from multiple countries as MART's mission evolved and expanded
Administrative Assistant to CEO
Mercy Health Center
07.1999 - 02.2001
- Provided executive-level administrative support and project coordination
- Collaborated with medical staff coordinator on organizational initiatives
- Managed complex scheduling and stakeholder communications
Administrative Assistant / Mental Health Assistant
St. Mary's Hospital / Mercy Health Center
08.1990 - 07.1999
- Developed training protocols and career advancement pathways for mental health staff
- Provided direct patient care and support within multidisciplinary treatment team
- Generated statistical reports on treatment outcomes, diagnoses, and recidivism rates
- Managed all administrative functions including transcription and data management
Education
Immigrant Connections Training Certification -
USD 383 Professional Development Program
01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05.1990
Skills
- Resource Development & Fundraising
- Community donation campaign management
- Volunteer team leadership and recruitment
- Donor relations and stakeholder engagement
- Partnership development and maintenance
- Project Management & Operations
- Large-scale program coordination (800 beneficiaries annually)
- Team management and volunteer coordination
- Database management and reporting
- Compliance and organizational protocols
- Community Engagement & Communications
- Social media management and public outreach
- Cross-sector partnership building
- Cultural competency and inclusive service delivery
- Board relations and organizational reporting
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- Direct service provider for Afghan refugee resettlement efforts
- Active participant in Manhattan nonprofit and social services network
- Experienced in serving diverse populations including refugees, low-income families, and students
Timeline
General Manager
The Dusty Bookshelf
04.2024 - Current
Board Member
Flint Hills Wellness Coalition
04.2023 - 04.2024
Community Care Team Member
Flint Hills Community Care Team
08.2019 - 04.2024
Director
USD 383 FIT Closet
05.2019 - 04.2024
Administrative Assistant to CEO
Mercy Health Center
07.1999 - 02.2001
Administrative Assistant / Mental Health Assistant
St. Mary's Hospital / Mercy Health Center
08.1990 - 07.1999
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Kansas State University
Immigrant Connections Training Certification -
USD 383 Professional Development Program
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