Founder / Board President - Alysa Marx

Alysa Marx has dedicated over two decades to serving the refugee community in Dallas. Her work began through volunteer engagement with multiple organizations addressing resettled families' complex and interrelated needs—including education, housing, and social services. These experiences have given her a comprehensive understanding of refugee populations' systemic challenges and the critical support required to help them thrive.

Alysa's deep commitment to relationship-building has distinguished her approach. By working directly with families in their neighborhoods and investing time in understanding their stories, languages, and cultural contexts, she has developed a uniquely informed perspective on serving with compassion and effectiveness.

Drawing on her years of grassroots experience, program development, and cross-sector collaboration, Alysa founded The Reading Circle to provide refugee students with access to high-quality, culturally responsive literacy education. Her leadership reflects a strong blend of entrepreneurial skill, strategic insight, and a heart for Gospel-centered transformation.

Through her continued efforts, Alysa remains committed to equipping students with the tools they need for academic success while fostering hope, dignity, and long-term opportunity through the love of Christ.

Vice President - Stacey Marx

Stacey Marx brings a wealth of experience in education to her role as Vice President of the Board. With a distinguished career in public education, she currently serves as an elementary school principal, where she leads with a focus on student success, curriculum excellence, and inclusive learning environments.

Her expertise in curriculum development, student support, and educational leadership offers invaluable guidance to our literacy mentoring program. Stacey ensures that our approach is rooted in sound educational practices and that we are effectively addressing the academic challenges many of our students face.

Passionate about equity and educational opportunity, Stacey plays a vital role in helping shape a program that is not only academically effective but also deeply aligned with our mission to serve students with compassion, excellence, and Gospel-centered care.

Treasurer - Brandon Marx

Brandon Marx is a lawyer by profession, bringing valuable legal expertise and financial oversight to our organization. His background in law ensures that Refugee Resources operates with sound governance, full compliance, and strong economic responsibility.

In addition to managing legal and regulatory matters, Brandon's strategic planning and organizational management skills play a critical role in sustaining and expanding the nonprofit's impact. His commitment to integrity and stewardship helps guide the organization toward long-term growth and mission fulfillment.