sam@elevatedthought.org

Sam is the Director of Advancement at Elevated Thought, where she leads fundraising, partnerships, and strategic growth efforts to expand opportunities for youth and families. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Lawrence, Massachusetts, Sam brings a deeply rooted, community-centered perspective to her work and is passionate about empowering young people to reach their full potential.

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She is especially driven by work that centers mentorship, education, and long-term impact, and believes sustainable change happens when communities are resourced, heard, and invested in. In her role, Sam collaborates closely with donors, community leaders, and nonprofit partners to advance Elevated Thought’s mission and strengthen its reach.

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Sam holds a degree in Business Management and Sociology from Stonehill College and is known for building authentic relationships, securing mission-aligned funding, and turning vision into action.