Traci Donnelly

Traci Donnelly has been Chief Executive Officer of The Child Center of NY since 2014. A New York State certified teacher, she has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and criminal justice, a master’s in education, and 25 years of experience in nonprofit management, substance abuse treatment, and education—including as a special education teacher. She is a Member of the Board for the Council of Family and Child Caring Agencies and serves as a Board and Executive Committee member for the Coalition of Behavioral Health. Traci is also a Strategic Committee member for the Human Services Council. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY is a leading nonprofit children’s agency that serves more than 26,000 children and families each year with services in five main program areas: early childhood education; behavioral health and substance abuse; health homes and integrated care; child abuse prevention; and youth development. Its mission is to strengthen children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives.