Communities Foundation of Texas
Stefanie Valenzuela is a seasoned professional in philanthropy with extensive experience at the Communities Foundation of Texas since August 2013, currently serving as a Senior Analyst in Philanthropy. Stefanie has also held positions as Philanthropy Operations Manager, Operations Associate, and Grants Associate, where a strong focus on client success and tech support has led to 100% client retention. Previous experience includes serving as a Board Member at Promise House from August 2017 to December 2021 and working as a Senior Administrative Assistant at The Meadows Foundation, where Stefanie enhanced operational efficiency and trained staff in new procedures. Early career experience includes serving as an Executive Assistant at The Amend Group, supporting high-level executives. Stefanie holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Spanish from the University of North Texas.
Communities Foundation of Texas
Communities Foundation of Texas has been a partner with donors for raising the quality of life in our community for more than 60 years. CFT provides effective ways to make meaningful charitable contributions while realizing significant tax advantages. CFT handles the investment of the gift, listens to the donor's priorities and manages charitable grants to worthwhile causes. The value of a gift can be granted out completely in a short period of time or it can be nurtured to provide a long legacy of charitable support. The foundation's experience in the nonprofit community and with donors results in a unique relationship with powerful benefits. A community foundation, as the name implies, is a public charity created as a vehicle for charitable giving. The defining characteristic of a community foundation is that it represents the donors' charitable interests and adds value through its wealth of community knowledge, along with the leadership of its board of trustees and the services of a professional staff.