Welcome to the Team!
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At A Chance in Life, we are delighted to introduce our newest development team members!
Yulia Gerbut, our new Development Officer, brings a decade of experience in marketing and leadership. In Ukraine, Yulia spearheaded fundraising efforts for various projects supporting pediatric oncology patients across seventeen hospitals.
Joining us as Director of Development, Jerome Kilbane, a Brooklyn native, brings extensive experience in supporting youth. He founded Covenant House Pennsylvania and served as Executive Director of Covenant House New York.
Adrianna Stoiber, our Director of Development, comes with a rich background as a global sales leader at Steinway & Sons and a professionally trained pianist. Her wealth of expertise will contribute significantly to A Chance In Life’s mission.
Yulia, Jerome and Adrianna bring a collective passion for creating positive change in the lives of young people around the world. Learn more and read their full bios on Our Team page.
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