Operating Committees
At For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation, we use specialized Operating Committees to chart the path of success in our day-to-day operations, annual development goals, and future strategic initiatives. We invite you to join us in shaping our mission with your invaluable professional expertise!
Contact Bobby Della Polla [email protected] for more information on these Operating Committees or Councils.
The role of the Finance and Investment Committee is to provide oversight and guidance to the Board of Directors concerning the critical key components of fiscal reporting and management in the operation of For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation. The three key components of budgetary oversight are investment management and budget planning and evaluation. The Committee also reviews the long-term financial plan of the organization as it relates to cash position and development opportunities.
Committee Members: Amy Beilman, Chris Selgrath, Charles Quattrone, Danielle Coyne, Dino Semon, Joseph Manion, Kevin Norris, Mark Metzler, Paul Mullen, Vince Market
The role of the Audit Committee is to review all items related to the audit, including appropriate allocations and compliance with mandated 990 requirements. This committee will also be defacto members of the Finance and Investment Committee and will be involved in those outlined aspects above in addition to the audit function.
Committee Members: Christopher McBryan, Tom Lyons, Joseph Manion, Kevin Norris, Mark Metzler, Paul Mullen
The Medical Advisory Committee oversees the planning and implementation of the Patient Program and Ancillary Support. They precisely form the internal and external program guidelines, review patient program expenditures with recommendations for resource efficiency, and formulate processes for program operation to ensure a flow of donated accommodations. They also develop Ancillary Support Services for Patients and surviving caregivers to ensure their involvement in the FPS Community. The committee reports patient statistics and program highlights to the Board of Directors monthly.
Committee Members: Et-Tsu Chen, MD, Radiation Oncologist at Penn Medicine Valley Forge, University of Pennsylvania Hospital; Luanne Chynoweth, LCSW, Former Director of Social Services at Fox Chase Cancer Center, Temple Health; Terry Reilly, RN, Former Senior Vice President of Patient Services and CNO at Jefferson Abington Hospital, part of Jefferson Health; Patricia Gambino, RN, Penn Pancreatic Cancer Research Center, University of Pennsylvania Hospital; John Kosteva, MD, Oncologist at Penn Medicine Valley Forge, University of Pennsylvania Hospital; Melissa Kratz, RN, MSN, Director of Quality at Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health; Mary Oleksiak, MSW, Former Social Worker at Jefferson Abington Hospital, part of Jefferson Health; Elizabeth Salgado, LCSW, Social Worker at Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Care Center for Radiation Therapy, Montefiore Health System; Teressa Novotny, MSW, Outpatient Social Worker, Penn State Cancer Institute at Penn State University; Aly Rice LCSW, Former Social Worker with Cancer Support Community; Lori A. McKown, MSW, LSW, OSW-C, Social Worker, Cancer Institute at Jefferson Hospital, Allegheny Health Network, Janine Mariscotti, MSW, LCSW, Professor Emerita, Department of Social Work, La Salle University, Terri McHugh, DO Genetics and Risk Assessment, Hematology/Oncology, Main Line Health
The Marketing Committee helps build public awareness of the FPS mission, programs, and fundraising goals while helping create strategic communication plans, and opportunities for earned media, partnerships and growth as we complete Pete’s Dream and break into new markets.
The Investigative Research Committee evaluates data from nominators, oncologists, caregivers, and patients, along with market and research opportunities, to guide future strategies. It identifies ways to strengthen data management and insights, refine marketing and market positioning, develop partnerships, and pursue responsible data-driven revenue opportunities. Its goal is to recommend priorities and next steps that position FPS for sustainable growth and expanded funding.
The purpose of the Advancement Committee is to ensure that For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation has (1) an effective development and donor relations program in place to maximize philanthropic support for the organization and (2) an effective marketing and communication program in place for proper mission awareness supporting the growth in building the nation’s first-of-its-kind cancer respite center that requires advancement to grow at all tiers and initiatives. The Advancement Committee will provide guidance, feedback, and support for how to grow in its varying advancement initiatives (i.e. capital, endowment, and operating).
Committee Members: Amy Beilman, Alice Anne Bossow, Jeff Boyle, Nick Carroll, Alyce Cerniglia, Courtney Ferrero,Paul Ferrero, Mike Gers, Amy Greenberg, Chuck Greenberg, Chuck Grohoski, Craig Jones, Taryn Jones, Bob Kiesendahl, Colleen Koh, Colleen Lange, Peter Ma, Missy McGinn, Tom McGinn, Bob McNeill, Mike Minghenelli, Brad Minor, Meghan Patton, Kate Shields, Maureen Waddington, Diana Zalewski
The purpose of the Building Committee is to ensure the proper design, construction management and overall project management of Pete’s Dream. The committee, working with our general contractor, provides expertise, recommendations and project management experience to ensure the Pete’s Dream construction is being financially & operationally managed. The Committee works directly with Butz Family of Companies on a weekly basis to ensure that the vision for Pete’s Dream is being fulfilled.
Committee Members: Christopher Condon, Craig Hamilton, Keith Ledwith, Glen Arthur, Patrick Bello, Anthony Gerardi, Craig Jones, Beth Kuttler, John Murabito, Dave Smith, Mary Beth Stefanowicz, Tricia Tysiak
This Committee shall oversee the legal, financial, accounting, and human resource processes of the Corporation. It shall conduct an annual review of the Corporation’s Bylaws and policies and recommend changes. It shall be comprised solely of members of the Board who are not employed or otherwise paid by the Corporation.
Committee Members: Bill Matthews, Meghan Patton, Colleen Lange, Marci Schankweiler
The Technology Committee will help to ensure FPS leverages technology strategically, efficiently, and responsibly to support its mission, enhance the family experience, strengthen operations, and enable sustainable growth. As the organization prepares to open Pete’s Dream, the committee will provide guidance and oversight to ensure our technology infrastructure evolves to support our growth.
Committee Members: Tom McGinn, Bill McGarry, Scott Applegate
The role of the Ecumenical Council is to address the needs of families facing cancer and the impact this journey has in three distinct components: 1) general coping with disease in close proximity of time before/during and after respite, 2) end-of-life spiritual enrichment, and 3) bereavement. The committee has two distinct roles: to be a resource related to materials that could be provided to families and to be available personally for any personal outreach should this need arise.
This region educates New York and North Jersey Oncology Teams about the FPS nomination process and raises funds for the FPS mission.
Committee Members: Peter Ma, Colleen Koh, Cayla Cheng, Mike Gentile, Miranda Ma, Cameron Neely, Rob Piszko, Carol Perez, Ellen Reilly
A young professional engagement and giving society for ages 21–35, inspired by FPS founder Pete Bossow. Members commit to $10/month, with gifts restricted to funding Respite Experiences. The society provides opportunities for networking, professional development, volunteering, and deeper engagement with FPS.
Committee Members: Andrew Ameye, Nick Deasey, Derek Hammel, Rob Maloney, Michael Minghenelli, Maura Schankweiler, Ryan Snarski, Billy Straface, Ben Tornambe
