BRC Champions
A community of individuals dedicated to supporting BRC’s mission
Ways to Become a BRC Champion
BRC Champions support BRC’s work by raising funds, spreading awareness of our mission, and volunteering.
Anyone can be a BRC Champion, by:
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Participating in a BRC event, like our annual gala or benefit, or a third-party event where BRC is a charity partner.
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Hosting or participating in a unique fundraiser of your own, like a bake sale, online birthday fundraiser, or DIY fundraiser.
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Creating “in lieu of gift” options for guests attending life events like weddings or rite of passage ceremonies.
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Joining BRC groups like the Clyde Burton Society or the Leadership Council, or TeamBRC
The BRC Leadership Council
The BRC Leadership Council is a modern version of BRC’s former “Jr. Board,” made up of dynamic early to mid-career professionals who work closely with BRC staff and administration on special projects, fundraisers, and volunteer events.
Each year, members learn about BRC, participate in group volunteer projects, and host an annual fundraiser in the fall, the BRC Champions Benefit.
Leadership Council members have an annual donation/fundraising expectation of $1,000, along with participation in regularly scheduled meetings and BRC fundraising events.
The Leadership Council helps BRC by:
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Inviting existing networks to BRC fundraising events
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Raising funds and/or donating to support BRC's mission
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Providing expertise to assist on projects
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Volunteering
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Assisting in large and small-scale BRC fundraising events
Leadership Council members enjoy:
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Mentoring from BRC's Board of Directors
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Socializing and networking event for like-minded professionals who have a passion for service
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Opportunities to learn about policy and nonprofit management
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Executive-level experience
Members of the BRC Leadership Council
Co-Chairs
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Rachel Day, Barclays
Nicole Jagernauth, Bloomberg
Sophia Anagnostakis
Ivana Bouras
Lauren Callahan
Thomas Constabile
Miranda Hunter
Natalie Hunter
Jonathan Jeanty
Ashley Lafontant
Shaun McElhenny
Ana Molestina
Lara Mullen
Ross Oshinsky
Sarah Lauren Peabody
Adam Perlstein
Esteban Reichberg
Caroline Sandleitner
John Seminera
Matthew Soble
Khephren Spigner
Mallika Subandh
Rachel Weitzner
The BRC Clyde Burton Society
The Clyde Burton Society is named after one of BRC’s founders, who was also a former client and volunteer. Later in life, Clyde Burton donated to BRC a generous portion of an unexpected windfall he had been awarded to help other men and women who, like him, struggled with homelessness in NYC. He credited BRC with giving him the support he needed to turn his life around, and “when fate smiled on him,” he wanted to help make sure others had the same access, support and resources that helped him reclaim his life.
Members of the BRC Clyde Burton Society continue that spirit by directly supporting BRC’s mission via donating, fundraising and volunteerism, while learning about BRC’s organization and its programs. Each year, the society “sponsors” a specific BRC program and/or need where a significant impact can be made. They also sponsor our annual #GivingTuesday match challenge, encouraging others to join in supporting our clients.
Clyde Burton Society members are experienced and senior levels career professionals and have an annual donation/fundraising expectation of $5,000. They also attend regularly scheduled meetings and BRC fundraising events.
Members of the BRC Clyde Burton Society
Elizabeth Cardelli
Executive Director — COO Business Development & Field Training, Morgan Stanley
Chris Coulthrust
Sr. Cloud Solution Architect, Microsoft
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Jena Grady
Healthcare Partner, Nixon Peabody
Lisa Kail
Director of University Partners and the NYU Combined Campaign, New York University
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Jai Lakhanpal
Senior Associate, Advent Capital
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Awilda Martinez
Senior Vice President, Maximus
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Team BRC
TeamBRC are individuals who help BRC by fundraising via sporting and endurance events, or by organizing private athletic fundraising events with friends and colleagues. TeamBRC members have various fundraising minimums to participate in the events determined by the hosting organization. There is no long-term commitment to TeamBRC, however, TeamBRC members who have already participated in fundraising events get priority for future event spots.
Examples TeamBRC Participant Events:
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New York Road Runner’s Half Marathon
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Bike New York’s 5 Boro Bike Tour
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New York Road Runner’s NYC Marathon
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Private spin fundraiser at Flywheel
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Private workout fundraiser at Barry’s Bootcamp
To learn more about the BRC Champion network, please contact Shira Fisher at sfisher@brc.org
