Maria Fields

Accomplished and mission-driven Program Manager with extensive experience in nonprofit educational programs and scholarship administration.

Manage the foundation’s full portfolio of scholarship programs, ensuring efficient application, selection, and award processes

• Serve as primary liaison with scholarship donors, maintaining ongoing relationships and ensuring donor intent is upheld
• Supervise and support college advisors across multiple high school campuses, providing training, strategic direction, and resources
• Oversee data management and reporting through AwardSpring and other systems, ensuring accuracy and transparency
• Collaborate with faculty, school officials, and community partners to expand scholarship access and promote educational initiatives
• Provide technical support and process optimization using platforms such as Boomerang and Microsoft Office
• Represent the foundation at public events and maintain strong ties with community stakeholders

Skills

• Scholarship Program Management
• Donor Relations and Stewardship
• Team Leadership & College Advisor Supervision
• Community Outreach & Engagement
• AwardSpring Scholarship Platform
• Boomerang for Gmail
• Microsoft Word & Office Tools
• Data Management and Analysis
• Strategic Communication

University of Texas at Arlington

Bachelor’s Degree

Certified Non-Profit Professional (CNP)