Fort Worth, TX – Center for Transforming Lives, one of Tarrant County’s largest family safety‑net nonprofits, welcomed six distinguished professionals to its Board of Directors on October 6, 2026. The new members will guide the organization’s continued growth as it serves roughly 4,000 women and children each year with housing, early‑childhood education, economic‑mobility services and counseling.
New board members and their expertise
Daniel E. Berce joins after a 35‑year career in automotive finance, most recently as CEO of GM Financial. Under his leadership the company grew from about 3,000 employees to nearly 9,000 worldwide and increased revenue from $1.4 billion to $15.9 billion.
Dr. Stacy Landreth Grau is Associate Dean and Professor of Professional Practice at Texas Christian University’s John V. Roach Honors College. She is a recognized authority on human‑centered design, corporate social responsibility and influencer marketing, author of three books and over 30 scholarly articles.
Amy Knight serves as Chief Administrative Officer of Cook Children’s Health Care System, overseeing strategy, community health, patient experience and communications. Previously she led the Children’s Hospital Association, advocating for pediatric health policies nationwide.
Marti Lowe is Senior Vice President and Senior Relationship Manager for Commercial Banking at Bank of America in Fort Worth. With 17 years at the bank, she focuses on delivering strategic financial guidance to local businesses.
Dr. Karen Molinar is CEO of the REV Partnership, a collaborative of seventeen Tarrant County school superintendents. Formerly superintendent of Fort Worth ISD, she brings three decades of experience as a teacher, principal and administrator.
Glen Whitley, a retired Tarrant County Judge, presided over the Commissioners Court from 2006 to 2023. He is known for his work on transportation, sustainable communities, veteran support and addressing the region’s child‑care crisis.
Why the board matters
Center for Transforming Lives was founded in 1907 and operates a two‑generation, trauma‑informed model that helps families break the cycle of poverty and homelessness. The organization’s $26.4 million budget supports a Riverside Campus headquarters opened in May 2025 and a suite of services that include affordable housing, early‑learning programs, job‑training and counseling.
Board President Catherine Oliveros (Texas Health Resources) and the returning board members praised the new appointments, noting that the diverse professional backgrounds will enhance strategic planning, fundraising and community partnerships.
Community impact
With the added expertise in finance, education, health care and public service, Center for Transforming Lives is positioned to expand its reach amid a regional child‑care shortage—only nine child‑care spots are available for every 100 families seeking care. The board’s focus on sustainable growth and efficient government aligns with the values of traditional families and individual liberty championed by the community.
Local leaders and faith‑based organizations have expressed support, emphasizing the nonprofit’s role in strengthening families and preserving the moral fabric of Tarrant County.
For more updates on Center for Transforming Lives, visit their website or follow the organization’s “On the Move” announcements.
Original reporting: Fort Worth Report — read the source article.
