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)