Our Team

Shelby Donaldson is the Strong York Road Schools Americorps VISTA at Loyola’s Center for Community, Service, and Justice (CCSJ). She oversees the tutoring program at Govans Elementary and works to strengthen relationships among teachers and parents at both Govans and Walter P. Carter. A Baltimore native, she holds a B.S. in Psychology from Bowie State University. Previously, she held a role as a clinical assistant at Kennedy Krieger Institute’s Neurobehavioral unit and completed her senior practicum at BSU Office of Counseling Services as a freshman intake counselor.  Passionate about child development and psychology, she plans to pursue a career as a pediatric neuropsychologist. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, reading and trying new coffee shops.

Ida Sylvia Drummond is a Program Coordinator for the Center for Neighborhood Resilience. A recent high school graduate, Ida is passionate about helping members of the community and learning about people’s different experiences and perspectives. In her free time, Ida enjoys reading, writing, and collecting cute knick-knacks

Abigael Hartlieb is the Food Access AmeriCorps VISTA at Loyola’s Center for Community, Service, and Justice. She recently earned her B.A. in International Studies, with a minor in Peace and Justice Studies, from Fordham University. Prior to working at Loyola, Abigael has interned with various non-profits and NGOs focused on food security and community impact. She is passionate about equitable access to food and healthcare, with published research on period poverty’s impact on girls’ education in New York City and a thesis exploring opportunities and limitations of social enterprises in addressing period poverty. Fun fact: Abigael was previously her college’s mascot and continues to work for a professional team!

Brandin Prater serves as a Program Coordinator at the Center for Neighborhood Resilience through the Maryland Corps Service Year Option. In his role, Brandin supports community engagement initiatives along the York Road corridor, including the Govans Elementary tutoring program, the Govans Farmers Market, and the Govans Community Fridge.

A 2025 graduate of Bethune-Cookman University, Brandin earned a bachelor’s degree in communication. He brings experience in marketing, storytelling, and outreach to his work, helping connect Loyola students, local residents, and community organizations through creative communication and service.

Originally born in Florida & raised in Fort Meade, Maryland, Brandin is passionate about using media, service, & collaboration to strengthen communities, promote food access, equity, and education in Baltimore. In his free time, he likes being active in sports, music, animals, and exploring new scenery with friends.