About Us
The Dobbs Ferry Schools Foundation is a dedicated group of parent volunteers committed to enhancing the educational experience in our community. As a local, tax-exempt, not-for-profit organization, we aim to provide financial resources that exceed what the district budget can offer.
Our mission is to promote excellence in all areas of learning, empowering students to achieve their full potential through access to resources and opportunities. Working closely with school administration, principals, and faculty, the Foundation drives innovation and supports strategic initiatives, programs, curriculum enhancements, and equipment upgrades. We fund a wide range of programs, initiatives, and resources in technology, arts, academics, staff development, scholarships, playgrounds, and other essential investments that benefit specific classes, grades, or entire schools.
Established by Dobbs Ferry parents in 1994, we have raised over $4.5 million through individual contributions and grants, both public and private. Our fundraising efforts include annual events like the spring Gala and auction, as well as the winter Annual Appeal. To learn more about our work and how you can get involved, please visit our website at https://www.dfsfoundation.org/.
Tax-Exempt Status
The Dobbs Ferry Schools Foundation, Inc. was incorporated in the State of New York in 1994 and is a non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service. Donations and contributions made to the DFSF (EIN #13-3757973) are fully tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
2024 Upcoming Board Meetings
Our board meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more and getting involved!
Tuesday, Apr 30, 2024 - 7:30pm @ HudCo
Monday, May 20th, 2024 - 7:30pm @ HudCo
Tuesday, June 18th, 2024 - 7:30pm @ HudCo
If you are interested in attending a meeting to learn more about the foundation, please be in touch!
Financial Information
Our financial statements are available on request. Please email info@dfsfoundation.org
Contact Us
Please email us at info@dfsfoundation.org.
Executive Board
Christina Cohen, Co-President
Carrie Winkler, Co-President
Carly Levine, Vice President
Laura Rothrock, Vice President
Christina Galluzzo, Treasurer
Michelle Jaeger, Secretary
Alyson Lillis, Donor Chair
Erika Abelon, Events Chair
Whitney Horsey-Sherin, Events Chair
Suki Cooper, Grants Chair
Kat Fugaro, Scholarship Chair
Jodi Patkin, Membership Chair
Yaelle Sajkowicz, Marketing Chair
Middle/ High School Liasion, Monica Shulman
Kathy Ficalora, Middle/ High School Liasion
Stacy Weissberg, Springhurst Liason
Board Members
Rick Berry
Jennifer Cruz
Yvonne Deakins
Jamie Galen
Nadia Guirand-Jean
Emily Jacobs
Karen Menzie
Michelle Newman
Jennifer Small-Saunders
Shannon Stringer
Michelle Usitalo
Laura Werts