Shelby Vraspier
About Shelby Vraspier
Shelby Vraspier serves as a Senior Engagement Associate at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in volunteer coordination and engagement, with previous roles at various Habitat for Humanity organizations and international internships.
Current Role at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
Shelby Vraspier serves as a Senior Engagement Associate at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on enhancing community engagement and fostering relationships with constituents. Her work contributes to the organization's mission of providing affordable housing and community support in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Previous Experience at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity
Prior to her current role, Shelby Vraspier worked at Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity in various capacities. She served as the Education and Group Engagement Associate from 2018 to 2020, and as the Constituent Engagement Associate from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, she held the position of Constituent Relations Intern from 2016 to 2017. Her experiences at the organization have equipped her with a deep understanding of community needs and engagement strategies.
Early Career and Volunteer Coordination
Shelby Vraspier began her career in the nonprofit sector as a Volunteer Coordinator at Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity in 2016. She also contributed as an AmeriCorps Volunteer Services member at the same organization from 2015 to 2016. These roles provided her with foundational skills in volunteer management and community outreach.
International Experience and Internships
Shelby Vraspier has gained international experience through internships in diverse settings. In 2014, she worked as a Child Development NATO Intern at Camp Adventure in Brunssum, Netherlands, and as a Department of Social Welfare Intern with ProWorld Ghana in Cape Coast, Ghana. These internships allowed her to develop a global perspective on social welfare and community development.
Education and Academic Background
Shelby Vraspier earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Leisure, Youth & Human Services from the University of Northern Iowa, where she studied from 2011 to 2014. During her time at university, she also served as a Resident Assistant, which helped her develop leadership and communication skills. Her educational background supports her work in community engagement and social services.