Gerard Ucelli, M.S. Special Education Email & Phone Number

Visual Arts teacher for Michael J. Petrides School of Staten Island.

New York, Ny, Us

New York, Ny, Us

• Confirmed sponsorship commitments up to $1 million between 40 toy companies for the Toy of The Year Awards.• Lead and received a $37 million in-kind contribution from one toy company that was dispersed to 200 charity recipients amid the COVID-19 pandemic.• Crafted and delivered marketing collateral for the annual Leaders Circle campaign, which brought in $500,000 in major gifts.

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• Fundraised $325,000 for the SunriseWALKS campaign through major gifts, online fundraising, sponsorships, and grants.• Created new six-figure partnerships with companies such as Freedom Mortgage, The 7 Line Army (New York Mets’ Fan Club),ShopRite, and The MAX Challenge.• Managed galas, golf outings, luncheons, & holiday events to help accompany a $21 million budget.

New York , Ny, Us

• Managed two assistants alongside a caseload of 15 individuals with disabilities by facilitating weekly events.• Organized daily themed events & recreational activities for 150 individuals, who attend program every morning.• Accountable for confirming daily notes to showcase progress in their service plans for semi-annual & annual reviews.

Arlington, Virginia, Us

• Facilitated and lead #1 WonderWalk fundraising campaign in 40+ public schools on Staten Island, bringing in $90,000 in one year. • Increased Macy’s Shop for A Cause fundraising campaign by 25% from $10,000 to $12,500.• Organized a family team fundraising event, Precious Preemie Fashion Show that resulted in 300 attendees, 35 child models, and was covered in local media outlets.• Revamped March of Dimes WonderWalk DVD for school assemblies by supervising & delegating tasks to summer youth program.• Managed a youth development high school Chain Reaction program that recruits up to 50+ volunteers towards annual March for Babies walk.• Created monthly newsletters and weekly social media posts to enhance mission awareness.

• Won the Orson Wells award for 'Best Short Narrative' hosted by the California Film Awards in December 2015.• Establish initial fan base through Indiegogo campaign and had donors throughout the U.S. generate $1,000+ for production costs.• Coordinate screenings in the tri-state area for Staten Island Artists Building Corporation, The Forwardian Arts Society, and The Lovecraft.

Atlanta, Ga, Us

• Coordinated the Staten Island Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk that collectively fundraised $1.5 million in two years.• Contributed in organizing events such as Relay for Life, Celebration of Life, and Golf Outing.• Planned tabling events and presentations to raise awareness for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Communications

Master Of Education - Med, Special Education And Teaching