Roneshia Ray

Director of External Relations

Roneshia Ray joined TXPOST in 2025, bringing over a decade of experience in strategic marketing, community engagement, and nonprofit advocacy. She focuses on elevating TXPOST’s external presence through strong partnerships, dynamic storytelling, and impactful advocacy efforts that enhance out of school time (OST) opportunities for youth across Texas.

Throughout her career, Roneshia has developed comprehensive outreach strategies that bridge communications, government relations, development, and stakeholder engagement to drive awareness and increase investment in education equity. She has worked with mission-driven organizations, corporate partners, and community leaders to expand access to high-quality educational experiences beyond the classroom.

Prior to joining TXPOST, Roneshia held leadership roles at Teach for America Houston, Be A Champion, and Southwest Schools, where she led marketing and development efforts, amplifying organizational impact and strengthening relationships with funders, policymakers, and the broader community. Her expertise in multi-channel communications, donor engagement, and coalition-building has played a crucial role in securing resources and driving visibility for youth-serving programs.

She is committed to ensuring that every child in Texas has access to high-quality, enriching OST experiences that prepare them for a bright future.