Ann Richards School Foundation
The Ann Richards School Foundation secures resources to ensure the success of Ann Richards School students and builds a sustainable and effective public-private partnership that supports the school.
The Ann Richards School Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax-deductible and support the school’s enhancement programs that provide opportunities and support for our students. Enhancement Programs include our College Bound program with full-time college advising staff and college visits at every grade level, summer programs, after-school programs, speakers and field experiences, scholarships for students, and curriculum and professional development.
Upcoming Events
The Ann Richards School Foundation hosts events and fundraisers throughout the year to help support the young women leaders of the Ann Richards School. Learn how you can help.
Join our Governors Council Today!
The school’s enhancement programming would not be possible without the generous support from the Governor’s Council. Contributors give an annual donation of $1,000, $2,500, $5,000, $10,000 or more. Members receive special recognition and are invited to attend events throughout the year. Join the Governor’s Council here.
Board of Directors
The Ann Richards School Foundation's Board of Directors provides critical leadership and oversight of the investments in programming at the school.
Jenny Ahearn Foundation for the Education of Young Women
Amy Bean Executive Director, Foundation for the Education of Young Women
M'Lou Bell Shareholder, Munsch Hardt Kopf and Harr, P.C.
Kathy Bolner Community Bank President, Wells Fargo
Dr. Meria Carstarphen Superintendent, Austin ISD
Dr. Paul Cruz Chief Schools Officer, Austin ISD
Jeanne Goka Principal, Ann Richards School
Stacey Hadash Manging Director, Bank of America
Janet Harman Founder and President, KDK-Harman Foundation
Mary Herman Executive Director, LBJ Library Foundation
Claire Korioth Attorney, Retired
Rick Mendoza CPA, Shareholder, R. Mendoza & Company, P.C.
Lynelle McKay President, Leadership Essentials LLC
Michele Moore Former Dell Executive
Nona Niland President, Niland Foundation
Chula Reynolds Director, Alice Kleberg Reynolds Foundation
Ellen Richards Chair Emeritus, Ann Richards School Foundation
Celina Romero Partner, Duggins Wren Mann & Romero, LLP - Ann Richards School Foundation Board Chair 2012-2013
Alejandro Ruelas CMO & Managing Partner, LatinWorks
Stuart Smith Partner, Maxwell Locke & Ritter LLP
Janet Wright Vice President - Corporate, Securities & Finance Counsel, Dell, Inc.
Doyle Valdez President, Valco Resource Management, Inc.
