Catherine is board chair of the J. F. Maddox Foundation, based in Hobbs, New Mexico. The JFMF is a geographically concentrated foundation that innovates primarily in education, economic development, and social services. Catherine, her brothers, and cousins represent the third generation of this commitment to family philanthropy and to the county where they grew up. Their board is also supported by community-based trustees and members of the fourth generation will be joining the board in the new year.
Outside of her philanthropic work, Catherine is an experienced educator who is committed to discovering effective ways to improve instructional outcomes for students. In her current role as an education consultant with TNTP, she works with clients across the country to identify gaps in literacy instruction and support leadership strategy to address it.