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We are proud to honor Maryellen Donnelly, Director of Operations, at our Community Service Awards. Since joining Snug Harbor in 2020, Maryellen has led operations, facilities, safety, and capital projects with exceptional expertise and care—ensuring our campus thrives for the community it serves. Her decades of experience, dedication to excellence, and commitment to public service make her truly deserving of this recognition. 👏 #CommunityServiceAwards #Leadership #PublicService #SnugHarbor #MakingADifference
Honoring Nicole Doz‑Pillarella, a dedicated environmental advocate whose passion for protecting our planet shines through in every role she takes on. From hands‑on cleanups to raising awareness through media and public service, Nicole has turned commitment into action—helping inspire others to care for New York City’s coastlines and marine life. We’re proud to celebrate her at this year’s Community Service Awards. 🌊💚 #CommunityChampions #EnvironmentalLeadership #ProtectOurOceans #ServiceWithPurpose
We are proud to honor James M. Pistilli at our Community Service Awards for a lifetime of extraordinary service to Staten Island. With over three decades in nonprofit health care and community services—and more than 50 years of volunteer leadership—Jim has helped shape critical programs in home care, hospice, Alzheimer’s care, cancer advocacy, and public health. His vision, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to community have left a lasting legacy that continues to impact countless lives. 👏 #CommunityServiceAwards #LifetimeOfService #StatenIsland #CommunityLeadership #PublicHealth
Join us in proudly celebrating Robert Ortiz, an inspiring honoree at our Community Service Awards! 🌟 Robert is a dedicated leader in the human services field who has spent much of his career supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through years of hands-on experience and progressive leadership, he has championed person-centered practices, community inclusion, and high-quality care. Deeply committed to empowering others, Robert works to ensure individuals with IDD can live meaningful, self-directed lives. His leadership reflects a strong focus on individualized support, team development, and continuous improvement—helping to create programs that are both compassionate and effective. Respected for his integrity and unwavering advocacy, Robert continues to strengthen services that promote independence, dignity, and opportunity for the individuals and families he serves. Robert’s dedication and impact truly embody the spirit of community service. Congratulations, Robert, on this well-deserved honor! 👏💙 #CommunityService #Leadership #Inclusion #MakingADifference #CommunityStrong
Join us in proudly celebrating Claudette Duff, an inspiring honoree at our Community Service Awards! 🌟 As the founder and CEO of Integrity Social Work Services, Claudette has built an organization rooted in compassion—providing vital mental health counseling and supportive services to seniors, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families across New York State. In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, Claudette witnessed firsthand the challenges many seniors faced, from housing instability to isolation. Driven to make a difference, she founded Out of the Storm Senior Housing, a nonprofit dedicated to creating safe, affordable, and family-like environments where dignity, stability, and community are restored. In 2022, Claudette faced a life-altering challenge when she lost her sight due to glaucoma. Yet even in that moment, her purpose only grew stronger. Transforming her experience into a source of hope, she founded the Staten Island Center of Light for the Blind and Visually Impaired (SICOL), an organization committed to empowering individuals, removing barriers, and promoting a more inclusive and understanding community. Claudette’s resilience, compassion, and unwavering dedication have transformed countless lives. Beyond her incredible achievements, it is her warmth, infectious spirit, and unmistakable laughter that leave a lasting impact on everyone she meets. Congratulations, Claudette, on this well-deserved honor! 👏💙 #CommunityService #Leadership #Resilience #MakingADifference #StatenIsland
Join us in proudly celebrating an inspiring honoree at our Community Service Awards! 🌟 With a lifelong passion for education and youth development, our honoree has dedicated their career to creating meaningful opportunities for children and families to thrive. Beginning as a teacher in private and charter schools, they later brought their talents to the nonprofit sector as an Education Coordinator with the New York Public Library. In 2018, they joined the New York Center for Interpersonal Development (NYCID) as an Educational Specialist, and through years of commitment and leadership, grew into the roles of Assistant Director and now Director of Afterschool Programs. In this role, they oversee educational programming and strategic initiatives that support student success across multiple school communities—while mentoring staff, strengthening programs, and building partnerships that help each site flourish. A certified New York State teacher for grades 1–6, with a specialization in Math and Science and a master’s degree from Hunter College, their work is rooted in a deep commitment to education, equity, and opportunity. Outside of work, they enjoy hiking, gardening, traveling, exploring new cuisines, and spending time with their husband, two children, and two cats. Their dedication, leadership, and passion for empowering young people truly embody the spirit of community service. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! 👏💙 #CommunityService #Education #Leadership #MakingADifference #CommunityStrong
A big thank you to our Impact Leader Sponsor, Comserv Connect, for powering this year’s Community Service Awards! Your dedication to innovation and community impact helps make this celebration possible and supports the incredible work happening across Staten Island. We’re grateful for your partnership and commitment to making a difference! 🌟 #CommunityImpact #ThankYou #NonprofitSupport #StatenIsland #CommunityService
Join us in proudly celebrating Paloma Wasserstein, an inspiring honoree at our Community Service Awards! 🌟 A Chilean immigrant, Paloma brings a powerful blend of cultural perspective and lived experience to her work in social services. Growing up during the Chilean dictatorship and experiencing exile with her family helped shape her deep commitment to supporting vulnerable communities. After earning a degree in art conservation in Chile, Paloma came to the United States for a curatorial internship at MoMA—where she discovered her true calling while leading art workshops for women and seniors. She went on to earn her Master’s in Social Work and has since served in impactful roles, including therapist at the Jewish Board and Director of Social Services at the Jewish Community Center of Staten Island. At the JCC, Paloma led the transformation of the food pantry into a digital model—expanding access and improving efficiency for Staten Island families in need. Under her leadership, the pantry has become a more accessible, streamlined resource, providing fresh food, essential items, and critical connections to social services such as benefits and healthcare. Paloma’s compassion, innovation, and dedication to building strong support systems have made a lasting impact on countless lives in our community. Congratulations, Paloma, on this well-deserved honor! 👏💙 #CommunityService #Leadership #StatenIsland #MakingADifference #CommunityStrong
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how organizations operate—but effective adoption requires more than tools. It requires leadership. Join Nonprofit Staten Island in partnership with ComServ Connect on Wednesday, April 22 from 9:30–11:00 AM for AI Unpacked: Leading in the Age of AI, an in-person workshop at Community Resources Staten Island (3450 Victory Blvd). This session is designed specifically for nonprofit leaders navigating how AI can support operations, strategy, and organizational capacity. Participants will explore practical applications of AI in nonprofit environments, including workflow efficiency, staff support, and responsible use considerations. Key topics include: • Practical prompting strategies for tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and CoPilot • AI integrations already embedded in common nonprofit platforms • Workflow design to improve productivity and capacity • Ethical and operational considerations for AI adoption Designed for Executive Directors, senior leadership, and operations managers Registration is now open—space is limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to build practical understanding of how AI fits into your organization’s strategy and day-to-day work.
