Chris McSwain

Chris McSwain is the Director of Corporate Relations at United to Learn, a nonprofit organization based in Dallas, Texas, focused on transforming the relationship between schools and the community. In her role, she acts as the lead strategist and relationship manager, overseeing a portfolio of corporations that contribute significant financial investments to the organization.45

With a background as a communications strategist, writer, and storyteller, Chris has experience in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Her career has included impactful roles in community engagement and philanthropy, particularly in North Texas, where she has contributed to raising over $100 million for local nonprofits through various initiatives.13

Chris's work emphasizes collaboration and cultural competence, aligning with United to Learn's core values of optimism, nimbleness, and effectiveness in addressing educational challenges in the community.24