Belle Cantor

Belle Cantor is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in program development and implementation in the education and community development sectors. Currently serving as the Senior Program Officer for Education at The Oregon Community Foundation since October 2008, Belle leads a multi-million dollar portfolio focused on creating equitable early childhood through post-secondary education opportunities, with emphasis on K-12 strategies for marginalized youth. Previous roles include the Youth Leadership for Community Action Program Coordinator at SOLVE, where Belle co-developed a leadership program for rural students, and Program Director at the American Indian Education Foundation, overseeing outreach and programming for Native American students. Belle's early career also includes positions at Mercy Corps and the Environmental Careers Organization, complemented by advanced education in Sustainable Development from the School for International Training and a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Antioch College.