Texas Psychological Foundation

The Texas Psychological Foundation (TPF) is a non-profit organization that operates as the foundation entity of the Texas Psychological Association. Established exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes, TPF plays a critical role in supporting the psychology community in Texas. TPF provides financial assistance to students, psychologists, and researchers who are engaged in projects that promote the field of psychology and stimulate public interest and knowledge.

By fostering educational opportunities, supporting research, and providing scholarships and awards, TPF is committed to advancing the field of psychology in Texas, while also enhancing the career development of the state's psychology trainees.

TPF Priorities

TPF focuses its resources on the following key priorities:

  • Recognizing Excellence in Research: TPF grants awards, scholarships, and fellowships to recognize and support excellence in psychological research.
  • Promoting Basic and Applied Research: TPF funds and promotes both basic and applied research, with an emphasis on encouraging the publication of significant findings in psychology.

TPF's Vision for the Future

  • The TPF Board has established a vision for future success, focusing on the following impacts:
  • Advancing the Careers of Trainees in Texas
  • TPF is committed to recognizing and rewarding trainees for their research achievements. By providing financial support, TPF helps foster the growth of young scholars in the field of psychology.
  • Enabling Research That Might Not Otherwise Occur
  • TPF aims to provide funding that enables students and faculty to engage in research they might not otherwise have the resources for. This helps push the boundaries of psychological knowledge.

Aligning TPF and TPA Missions

TPF ensures that its activities are closely aligned with the mission of the Texas Psychological Association (TPA). TPF is dedicated to maintaining a strong foundation, supported by clear governing documents, staff resources, and the necessary funds to administer its programs effectively.

Get Involved

As part of the Texas Psychological Association, TPF offers various ways for individuals and organizations to get involved, whether through donations or applying for awards and fellowships. By supporting TPF, you are helping advance the field of psychology in Texas and contributing to the development of the next generation of psychological researchers.

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Texas Psychological Foundation Board of Trustees

Courtney Banks, PhD, LP, LSSP
President
Austin, Texas
Board Term Expires: December 2025

Amanda Venta, Ph.D.
President-Elect
Houston, Texas
Board Term Expires: December 2026

Chelsea Ratcliff
Board Member
Huntsville, Texas
Board Term Expires: December 2025

Patrick Stanford-Galloway
Board Member
College Station, Texas
Board Term Expires: December 2025

Leigh Ann Fierro, M.S.
Board Member
College Station, Texas
Board Term Expires: December 2025

David Curtis, Ph.D.
Board Member
Houston, Texas
Board Term Expires: December 2027

Mary Beth Kiser, CAE
Secretary & Treasurer
Austin, Texas