Fcp board of directors

Marcos Rodriguez has dedicated his life and career to uplifting and advocating for at-risk youth. With nearly a decade of hands-on experience in juvenile justice and rehabilitation, his passion for creating positive change is deeply rooted in both professional experience and a personal commitment to serving those often overlooked by socie

Marcos Rodriguez has dedicated his life and career to uplifting and advocating for at-risk youth. With nearly a decade of hands-on experience in juvenile justice and rehabilitation, his passion for creating positive change is deeply rooted in both professional experience and a personal commitment to serving those often overlooked by society.

Marcos began his journey in 2017 as a Juvenile Supervision Officer at the Bexar County Juvenile Probation Department, where he worked within the detention center directly supervising youth in custody. It was there that he developed a foundational understanding of the complex challenges faced by system-involved youth — from behavioral and emotional trauma to lack of consistent support and opportunity. His work in this high-stress environment sharpened his skills in crisis management, trauma-informed care, and youth development.

In 2020, his career took him to Rancho San Antonio Boys Home in Chatsworth, California — a residential treatment facility known for its structured, therapeutic programming for court-ordered male youth. At Rancho, Marcos worked specifically with youth adjudicated for sex offenses, providing close supervision, mentorship, and rehabilitation support within a highly specialized and emotionally demanding program. His role at Rancho required not only resilience and compassion but also a deep understanding of trauma, treatment modalities, and behavior intervention.

These experiences shaped his unwavering belief that every youth, regardless of their past, deserves a real chance at change — not just through punishment, but through opportunity, structure, and positive mentorship.

Marcos earned his Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) in 2022, further strengthening his foundation in youth advocacy, justice reform, and public service.

In 2023, Marcos returned to Texas and began serving as a Juvenile Probation Officer with the Travis County Juvenile Probation Department. It was in this role that he witnessed a recurring and urgent need: system-involved youth lacking access to extracurricular activities, structured outlets, and safe, supportive environments outside of school or probation programming. Recognizing this gap, he founded The Fit Chance Project (FCP).

Through FCP, Marcos continues his mission of — empowering youth to build confidence, discipline, and community through movement, mentorship, and support.

He believes in this core truth: Strong Roots Build Strong Futures.

marcos@fcpstrong.org

Cynthia Moreno brings over two decades of educational experience and a deep passion for youth development to her role as Secretary of The Fit Chance Project. A proud educator and lifelong learner, Cynthia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Sul Ross State University and her Master’s in Business Administration from

Cynthia Moreno brings over two decades of educational experience and a deep passion for youth development to her role as Secretary of The Fit Chance Project. A proud educator and lifelong learner, Cynthia earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Sul Ross State University and her Master’s in Business Administration from Liberty University.

For the past 24 years, Cynthia has served with distinction in the Eagle Pass Independent School District, where she’s made a lasting impact on students, families, and the greater community. For the last five years, she has taught 8th grade Principles of Information Technology, helping young learners develop essential skills for the future while guiding them with care and purpose.

Cynthia’s ongoing commitment to public education and youth empowerment makes her an ideal leader within FCP. Her experience inside the classroom gives her firsthand insight into the challenges many students face — and fuels her dedication to creating positive, structured opportunities beyond school walls.

Through her work, Cynthia embodies FCP’s core belief: Strong Roots Build Strong Futures.

cynthia@fcpstrong.org

Elizabeth Rodriguez brings over a decade of experience in mental health services and crisis response to her role as Treasurer of The Fit Chance Project. A passionate advocate for underserved communities, Elizabeth’s professional and academic background makes her a vital asset to the leadership team.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psyc

Elizabeth Rodriguez brings over a decade of experience in mental health services and crisis response to her role as Treasurer of The Fit Chance Project. A passionate advocate for underserved communities, Elizabeth’s professional and academic background makes her a vital asset to the leadership team.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, where she developed a strong foundation in human behavior, trauma-informed care, and community-based support systems.

For the past 11 years, Elizabeth has worked at Camino Real Community Services in Eagle Pass, Texas — a regional mental health authority that provides behavioral health, substance use, and developmental disability services to individuals across South Texas. 

In her role as Lead Crisis Intervention Specialist, Elizabeth has provided emergency mental health assessments, de-escalation, and community resource coordination for individuals experiencing severe emotional or psychiatric crises. Her work has placed her on the front lines of public service, helping stabilize families and youth in some of their most vulnerable moments.

Elizabeth’s unwavering commitment to supporting individuals in crisis directly aligns with the mission of The Fit Chance Project — to empower at-risk youth through structure, support, and opportunity. Her experience managing high-stakes situations, navigating public systems, and working with vulnerable populations ensures both fiscal responsibility and mission integrity within FCP.

With a heart for service and a mind for strategy, Elizabeth plays a key role in helping FCP plant strong roots for strong futures.

elizabeth@fcpstrong.org