A B O U T  U S

"Making Dreams Come True" since 2017.

Our Mission

Established in 2017, The Fairy Godmother Foundation of New York, Inc.™ is "Making Dreams Come True" 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 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.
Read Linda's Story

Our Values

Hope - Joy - Equity – Diversity – Possibility - Happiness

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Dream experiences made possible!

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Board members volunteering their time to make dreams come true.

500+

Donors and volunteers committed to 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. 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  


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    Mike Apmann MBA

    Director


    Rolanda "Dolly" Coleman MA

    Director

     

    Andrew Eichenfield MD

    Director of Medical Affairs

     

    Nancy Indelicato LCSW

    Director

     

    Laura Martin RN, BSN

    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

    Web, Media, and Design Consultant





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