Maite Gascó

Communications Director

Maite is the Associate Director at Prospera, where she leads development and communications while working closely on organizational strategy and supporting the Executive Director. Since joining the team in January 2018 as a Coordinator, she has grown into her role with intention, heart, and a deep belief in the mission. She loves hacer las cosas realidad—bringing ideas to life—and is known for her determination and drive; she doesn’t stop until things get done.

Originally from Barcelona, Spain, Maite holds degrees in Advertising, Public Relations, and Marketing. Her path has taken her across the nonprofit sector, including work with the international organization Vicente Ferrer Foundation and collaborations with organizations like Kiva, Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts, Arrels Foundation, and Esperanzah Foundation. Through these experiences, she has built a strong foundation in fundraising and a genuine passion for supporting others.

“I’m from Barcelona, Spain and I left behind my family, my friends and my job. I emigrated to the United States in 2015 because love brought me here. In the beginning, everything was wonderful: new boyfriend, new city, new friends, new adventures. But one day I woke up so early in the morning to go to work to sell Argentine Empanadas. There was nothing wrong with it but I started crying… I was thinking, Maite, what are you doing with your life? Who are you? Because all of my past: my work, my experience, my career didn’t count in this country. I didn’t know when I left that I would face so many barriers: the language, legal status, navigating a new system, even though it was my will to come here, and I had many privileges that others do not.

When I found Prospera my life took a big turn. I found a community that believes in me and helps me to overcome my fears and grow personally and professionally – just like we do with the participants in Prospera’s programs. Now together we are growing, breaking barriers, recognizing our power and following our dreams. It’s a privilege for me to work with and for them, and bring my best to support these entrepreneurs so they can have the same opportunities that I had and achieve everything they want.”