About Us
Our Mission
The Fairy Godmother Foundation of New York, Inc.™ has been "Making Dreams Come True" since 2017 by granting manageable, meaningful dreams and experiences to enhance the quality of life of children and young adults living with complex medical, mental health, physical or developmental needs.
In Honor of Linda
The Fairy Godmother Foundation of New York, Inc.™ hopes to replicate some of the kindness Linda Shohatee experienced by granting manageable, meaningful experiences to enhance the quality of life of children and young adults living with medical, physical, mental health, or developmental challenges.
325
Dream experiences made possible since our founding.
15
Board members volunteering their time year-round!
500+
Donors and volunteers making magic in our dream network.
Board of Directors
Our organization is run by a board of professionals who volunteer their time to support the mission of the Fairy Godmother Foundation of New York, Inc.™. Many have made their careers in healthcare, nursing, social work, and education.
Colleen McCarthy MS, RN, PNP
Secretary
Mariel Nasis-Matuza MS, RN, CPNP
Treasurer
Melissa Capitulo BSN, RN, CPN
Director and Gala Chair
Rolanda "Dolly" Coleman MA
Director
Andrew Eichenfield MD
Director of Medical Affairs
Nancy Indelicato LCSW
Director
Laura Martin RN, BSN
Director
Brian Murphy
Director
Michelle Rae Pinzon Esq.
Director of Legal Affairs
Katie Shea MS
Director
Anita Velasquez
Director
Diane Waranis MA
Director and Raffle & Auction Chair
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A.J. Cincotta-Eichenfield LMSW, OSW-C
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