About Us

Welcome to Balance Foundation

Balance Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating pathways to success through education and professional growth. Founded on the belief that everyone deserves access to quality educational resources and opportunities, we provide scholarships, workforce training, and financial education to help individuals build a brighter future for themselves.

At Balance Foundation, we believe education is the key to personal and professional success, yet many individuals face barriers to accessing quality learning, career development, and financial literacy resources. Our mission is to bridge these gaps through scholarships, workforce training, and financial education workshops, empowering individuals to take control of their futures. By partnering with educational institutions, community organizations, and industry professionals, we provide the tools, guidance, and support needed to help individuals learn new skills, earn vocational certifications, and achieve long-term financial stability.

Creating Lasting Change

We believe that true empowerment comes from knowledge and opportunity. Our programs not only provide financial assistance but also equip individuals with the skills and confidence to navigate today’s job market, build financial independence, and create sustainable growth for themselves and their families.

Scholarships for education and vocational training to open doors to new career opportunities.
Workforce development programs that provide hands-on experience and industry-relevant skills.
Financial literacy workshops to help individuals build financial independence and plan for the future.
Community partnerships and mentorship opportunities to foster long-term professional growth.
Together, we are breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and empowering individuals to achieve success.

At Balance Foundation, we believe that education and opportunity should never be out of reach. We exist to create real pathways to success, through scholarships, professional training, and financial education that empower individuals to take control of their futures. Our programs remove barriers so motivated students and professionals can pursue language learning, vocational skills, career advancement, and long-term financial stability. Every workshop, every class, and every life we touch brings us closer to a community where knowledge and opportunity are available to all.

The journey to success shouldn’t depend on circumstance. That’s why we offer hands-on career development, mentorship, and financial literacy programs designed to build confidence as well as capability — because true empowerment comes from both skill and opportunity.

Our Team

Balance Foundation is powered by a diverse group of educators, career advisors, financial experts, and community leaders who share one belief: everyone deserves access to quality education and professional opportunities. Together, they design and deliver programs that remove financial barriers, equip people with practical skills and provide the guidance needed to build brighter futures.

THE REV. KENNETH SWANSON, PH.D.
(Board Chair)

Ken is an Episcopal priest and before retiring in 2019, was in parish ministry for over forty-five years, serving churches in California, Scotland, New York, Tennessee and Georgia.

FABIANA ZENTENO L.
(CEO)

Fabiana Zenteno is the Chief Executive Officer of Balance Foundation, where she leads
the organization’s mission to expand educational opportunities.

Rene Freddy Zenteno Carrillo
(Founder)

Founder, Balance Foundation 1957–2025. Rene Freddy Zenteno Carrillo, known affectionately as “Freddy”, was a professor, athlete, financial expert, mentor, and above all...

Rene Freddy Zenteno Carrillo

Founder, Balance Foundation

1957 to 2025

Freddy was a professor, athlete, financial expert, mentor, and above all, a compassionate human being who deeply believed in the transformative power of education. His life was a testament to the conviction that the transfer of knowledge is the key to building a better humanity, a philosophy that became the foundation of his final and most personal mission: the creation of the Balance Foundation.

Born in Cochabamba, Bolivia, Freddy pursued excellence from a young age. He became a licensed Financial Auditor, earning degrees from the Universidad Mayor de San Simón and the Universidad Mayor de San Andrés. Freddy stayed in academia not only as a scholar but as a devoted teacher and mentor, shaping minds and inspiring futures for over 30 years.

At UMSS, Freddy became a pillar of the academic community, teaching Cost Accounting and Financial Auditing. Known for his clarity, rigor, and warmth, he had a rare ability to simplify complex concepts while challenging students to think and excel. Many of his students recall his classes as transformative, not just for their academic careers, but for their personal growth. His commitment to education earned him numerous accolades, including the Diploma and Medallion of Merit for 25 years of university service.

Freddy’s influence reached far beyond the classroom. As founder of AADEC Consultores S.R.L., he led numerous organizations, both corporate and nonprofit, through administrative restructuring, financial recovery, and sustainable growth.

But Freddy was much more than a professor. He was a strategist, an advisor, and a compassionate leader. As founder of AADEC Consultores S.R.L., he led countless companies and organizations through administrative restructuring, financial recovery, and strategic planning. His deep commitment to integrity, transparency, and empathy made him a trusted figure in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. His strategic thinking, financial acumen, and unwavering ethics made him a sought-after advisor in Bolivia and abroad.

Freddy’s expertise was wide reaching, from managing multi sector audits to guiding small businesses in formalization and growth. His ability to design custom strategies, foster long term sustainability, and lead teams through complex transitions set him apart. Throughout his life, he mentored young professionals, always believing that investing in people was the most important path to progress.

What truly distinguished Freddy, however, was his heart. Over his four decade career, he offered his services ad honorem to countless non profits, mentoring leaders, building sustainable models, and improving operational efficiency. He believed deeply in helping in any way or capacity. Helping is what drove his professional and personal life, and helping those who help was essential for him.

He also played a crucial role in the lives of many aspiring professionals. Through mentorship, encouragement, and his extensive network in the accounting and finance community, Freddy helped launch the careers of hundreds of interns, thousands of students, and numerous employees, many of whom went on to become respected professionals, educators, and changemakers.

Freddy lived his values. His idea of balance was not just professional, it was holistic. He was a black belt in karate, a dedicated swimmer, a horseback rider passionate about show jumping, and an avid golfer. He believed that true success was found in harmony of body, mind, and spirit and lived that belief fully, inspiring others to do the same.

Despite his many achievements, Freddy remained humble. He did not seek titles or applause, he sought impact. He wanted to see people thrive. He led with empathy, practiced gratitude, and embodied quiet strength.

The Balance Foundation is the living extension of his vision: a place where education is for everyone, where knowledge is shared generously, and where one empowered individual can uplift an entire community. Through every workshop held, every student guided, and every dream supported, his legacy lives on.

Rene Freddy Zenteno Carrillo leaves behind not only a lifetime of knowledge but a powerful example of humility, purpose, and service. His presence will be deeply missed, but his vision will continue to inspire, educate, and transform for generations to come.