Stephanie E. Smith has over 15 years of experience in community health, education, and nonprofit fundraising and management. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Health Science and has worked for organizations such as Borrego Community Health Foundation, Riverside Community Health Foundation, and Riverside County Department of Public Health. Her roles have included director positions focused on development, fundraising, program development, and health education. She has managed multi-million dollar grants and programs, led community partnerships and coalitions, and presented at national conferences.

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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Health Science. A special emphasis on Community Health, California State University
San Bernardino, December 1999.
EXPERIENCE
November, 2014 – May, 2016
Borrego Community Health Foundation San Diego, CA
Director of Development
Responsible for the seeking, developing, reporting Federal, State and Foundation grant proposals for the
overall organization, which serves the uninsured and underserved populations in San Diego, Riverside and
San Bernardino Counties. Funding sought, was to support primary care services, education and special needs
within all fifteen clinics within all three counties. Community engagement, local collaborations and initiatives,
and funder relationships were imperative to my position at Borrego Health, to support and establish positive
partnerships within the communities served. Responsibilities also included developing, managing, and
evaluating a youth health education program in Coachella Valley and Desert Hot Springs. Primary
responsibility was to support staff and develop an effective youth and community education program that
meet Borrego Community Health Foundation’s mission and vision objectives.
February 2004 – October, 2014
Riverside Community Health Foundation (RCHF) Riverside, CA
Director of Fundraising and Program Development (4/12 – 10/14)
The scope of work as the Director of Fundraising and Program Development was multifaceted.
Responsibilities included management of fundraising and marketing staff, oversight of yearly fundraising
events, development of program and management of resource center for women and men with breast cancer
(Pink Ribbon Place) and its fundraising arm, Thrift Store. Participated and maintained community
partnerships in support of program development and initiatives for the community. Developed and provided
leadership in a community-wide health initiative (Start RIGHT) in partnership and under the direction of the
Fit, Fresh, Fun initiative with the City of Riverside, Mayors Office.
Accountable for seeking all potential funders or funding opportunities to support objectives set forth by the
community and Riverside Community Health Foundation. Developed community assessments, evaluated
community needs and designed program initiatives. Prepared and submitted state and foundation RFA grant
applications. Once awarded, responsibilities included assuring major objectives were met, managed all
budgetary requirements, evaluations and reporting measures. Prepared and managed a substantial 1.8 million
dollar grant award from the State of California, Maternal Child Health, Cal PREP, which required substantial
reporting and management of objectives and staff.
Provided leadership guidance to the fundraising staff and provided direct supervision to the development
team, and health education staff. Lead and facilitated multiple community coalitions and advisory boards that
include Riverside Challenges of Youth Coalition, Pink Ribbon Advisory Board, and Start RIGHT Advisory
Group.
Director of Health Education (04/09 – 4/12)
Responsible for planning, implementing , managing, and evaluating effective education programs to seniors,
adults, youth and children in Riverside. Developed community assessments, evaluated community needs and
designed theory based educational curriculum to support all program initiatives. Provided direct supervision
management to the health education team, which included health educators, promotoras, and Pink Ribbon
support staff. Facilitated and directed youth coalitions, and advisory committees and boards.
Teen Health Service Coordinator (2/04 – 4/09)
Responsible for planning, developing, and implementing community presentations as it relates to adolescent
health. Managed and evaluated Community Challenge Grant (CCG) objectives and goals, and created expansion

2. potential for overall program. Additionally, planning, implementing and evaluating all adolescent education
classes, projects, and activities were conducted. Developed and managed positive relationships with local
government, school districts, and community leaders in Riverside that created opportunities for growth and
expansion of programs.
March 2000 – February 2004
Riverside County Department of Public Health Riverside, CA
Health Care Social Worker, Department of Maternal Child Adolescent Health (6/03 – 2/04)
Provided case management services to pregnant or parenting teens to ensure clients receive comprehensive
services including medical, psychological, nutritional and health education assessments. As a case manager,
clients were monitored monthly through two state funded programs, Adolescent Family Life Services (AFLP)
and Cal Learn. These programs assisted clients and their children in obtaining the required services and
referrals needed to assure well being for both the parent and the child. Participated and lead public health
coalitions and community groups and developed various community health education projects in partnership
with local groups.
Health Educator, Department of Family Planning (3/00 – 6/03)
Determined Family Planning educational needs and participated in the planning, development, and evaluation
of the program. Maintained community coalitions, advisory councils and other partnerships, which provided
a collaborative approach in implementing positive health practices to the community. Facilitated and
organized educational sessions on various health issues including: birth control, sexually transmitted
infections, women’s health, and relationship building. Group facilitation was implemented countywide in
schools, community groups, agencies and public health departments.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS / ACCOMPLISHMENTS
American Public Health Association (APHA) – Lead Investigator and Presenter at Conference
 Senior Fit, Fresh and Fun Program Initiative, 2012
 Challenges of Youth (5-year) Program Initiative, 2010
California Parks and Recreation Conference Co-Presenter in partnership with City of Riverside, Community
Services and Recreation
 Building Community Partnership with Non-Profit and Government Departments, 2011
Keeping it Real, Young Men’s Conference
 Co-Developer/Co-Organizer in partnership with City of Riverside, Community Services and
Recreation, 2007-2012
Dr. Charles Kane Award for Excellence in Academics and Leadership
Gift of Life Award for Leadership in the Community
AFFILATIONS/COMMITTIES
Oral Health Coalition, Borrego Health Representative, 2015
Counsel of Community Clinics San Diego, Borrego Health Representative, 2015
American Public Health Association Member, 2009-2014
Start RIGHT (Fit, Fresh, Fun) Subcommittee Chairperson, RCHF Representative 2011-2013
Riverside Challenges of Youth Coalition Chairperson, RCHF Representative 2005-2012
Alvord School District SARB, 2009-2012
Jurupa School District SARB, 2010-2012
TeenNow California Executive Board Member – 2006-Present
Youth Accountability Board, Riverside County Office of Probation, 2007
Eta Sigma Gamma – Honors Society
CERTIFICATES
NACHC Community Health Institute (CHI) National Association of Community Clinics – August, 2015
Basic Life Support (CPR), American Heart Association, 2014-2016
The Grantmanship Center Grant writing Training (40 hours), March 2011
Rockhurst University Certificate of Management & Leadership for Managers, 2007
California Department of Health Services Understanding Adolescents, 2006
California Family Health Counsel, Risk Reduction through Client Centered Counseling, 2001