Betsy McDonald is a lifetime resident of Northwest Florida and currently serves as the Director of Programs at Pensacola Habitat for Humanity. Betsy graduated from the University of West Florida in 2015 with her bachelor’s degree in international relations and then in 2016 with her master’s degree in political science. Betsy has worked for Habitat for Humanity at the affiliate level for 5 years. Betsy is interested in program design, social cohesion, and building social capital. Betsy is a HUD Certified Housing Counselor and a Certified Aging in Place Specialist. While not at work, Betsy loves reading a good book, exercising, or playing sports. Betsy serves as a member of the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee in Santa Rosa County, Valerie’s House Community Engagement Council, Chair of the Escambia County Longterm Recovery Group, and is a member of Leadership Pensacola, class of 2024.