Abby McGrail

Worked with young adults ages 18-28 with differing abilities to assess their current practices and needs and implement mental health and personal hygiene educational resources and practices as a Clinical Nurse Leader quality improvement project.

Led a team of nine women to open a space for weekly bible studies and worship nights for over 30 women on Wheaton College’s campus while organizing other community fun events for the same group.

I am currently running for Team Reeve in the Chicago Full Marathon to raise money for progressing research and improving the quality of life for families impacted by paralysis.

Stocked, organized, and managed the “Giddy Up” coffee cart for both on site and off site guests creating creative quality espresso drinks.

Organized and ran hospitality in cabin and guest care managing a team of housekeepers to maintain a quality experience for the guests at the ranch.

Worked in the backroom organizing materials for the refugee women who work at Re:new. Engaged in weekly classes with these women to build community and learn from those with different life experiences.

Photographed life in international non-profit work and blogged weekly for Adventures in Missions putting equitable storytelling into practice.

Led a group of six other women as they served in varying capacities and lived together in Guatemala and Costa Rica. Learned to manage a tight budget for the team, communicate with hosts, and care for the women while also caring for self.