Kelcie Parra

Kelcie Parra brings nearly two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, strategic program development, and community engagement. She currently serves as Executive Director at Crisis House, where she leads efforts to provide housing, safety, and critical services to individuals experiencing domestic violence and homelessness. Previously, Kelcie held leadership roles at San Diego Pride, The Arc of San Diego, and Special Olympics Southern California, where she launched inclusive programming, strengthened community partnerships, and advanced organizational growth. She has also directed arts and culture initiatives, including her time managing the Poway Center for the Performing Arts.   At The Arc, she oversaw a $16 million budget and 300 staff members, guiding the department through the pandemic with a focus on equity, adaptability, and servant leadership.

Kelcie earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees magna cum laude from Texas Tech University and holds certifications in SHRM‑CP, Fundraising Management, and Lean Six Sigma. Passionate about systems change and sustainable impact, Kelcie is known for building collaborative networks, increasing access to life-changing resources, and championing person-centered approaches across all her work.