About me
Kristi Schulenberg serves as Chief Operating Officer at Maryland Legal Aid (MLA) , where she spearheads operational initiatives that ensure efficient, high-quality legal support for underserved communities. With extensive experience in nonprofit management, Kristi has been instrumental in streamlining processes and implementing strategic improvements that enhance the organization’s service delivery. Kristi's commitment to social justice and operational excellence drives innovative solutions that expand access to vital legal resources, making a tangible difference in the lives of Maryland residents.
Prior to MLA . Kristi served as Director of the Center for Capacity Building at the National Alliance to End Homelessness, providing training, legal and technical assistance, and tools to support organizations and public agencies in ending homelessness. Previous roles include assisting veterans experiencing homelessness through legal services, managing and evaluating multi-million-dollar HUD grants for a national nonprofit, and offering technical assistance to implement evidence-based practices in addressing homelessness. Kristi also served as executive director of a small nonprofit, worked in operations and administration for a large corporation, and acted as training director at Amnesty International USA. Kristi's affiliations include the State Bar of California and the District of Columbia Bar. Kristi hold's a bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton and a law degree from Golden Gate University School of Law.
