Co-President
Jeff was born and raised on Long Island. He currently resides in Wantagh with Caitlin, his wife of 11 years. They have two children, Luke and Macie. Jeff is the Director of Media at Kellenberg Memorial High School, overseeing the school’s TV, Media and Photography programs. He is also part of Kellenberg’s Day of Giving Team, which strives to raise over $200,000 every March towards the school’s annual fund. Jeff is also a dedicated supporter of Catholic Education. He serves as the Media Coordinator for the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation. This foundation was established to give financial support to those who seek a Catholic Education on Long Island but don’t have the necessary means to afford one. Since its inception, Tomorrow’s Hope has provided over $27 million in scholarships, serving approximately 27,000 students. Each year the foundation raises over $1,000,000!In February 2021, Jeff and Caitlin started Macie’s Mission in honor of their daughter Macie who was born with Late-onset Pompe disease in 2019. Since Macie was born, Jeff & Caitlin and their closest friends and family have raised over $60,000 for NORD and Dr. Kishnani’s Pompe Research fund at Duke Children’s Hospital. Jeff also referees college and high school basketball in his spare time and is a professional freelance photographer.
Caitlin is the Co-President of Macie’s Mission and mother of Macie. Growing up on Long Island, Caitlin attended Kellenberg Memorial High School where she met her husband Jeff. Together they have two children, Luke and Macie. Caitlin attended Boston College where she received her Bachelor of Science in Biology and proceeded to Pace University for her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Continuing her passion for medicine, Caitlin received her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Health Nurse Practitioner at Molloy University in 2016. Caitlin has worked in both home care and inpatient hospital settings as a nurse and Nurse Practitioner.Currently, Caitlin is a nurse Case Manager at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, NY. Providing quality healthcare and advocating for her patients is not just a job for Caitlin, but a calling to do more for others. Caitlin has served on the Collaborative Care Council for Case Management within her hospital and has been a recipient of the hospital’s Hero Award.Learning that your newborn baby girl has Pompe Disease was one of the most frightening days of Caitlin’s life. However, with the help of her husband, Jeff, family and friends, she was able to utilize her love of healthcare and turn that uncertainty into a drive to help other families affected by Pompe Disease. It is with this in mind that Caitlin hopes not only to promote wellness and comfort for those families but to support those striving for a cure.
Vice President
Peggy is a native Long Islander, having grown up in Merrick. Peggy met the Harris family when she, Jeff, and Caitlin attended Kellenberg Memorial High School, having graduated with them in 2003. Peggy is honored to be Macie’s godmother.Peggy teaches at Kellenberg Memorial High School, where she began teaching Freshman Algebra and Junior Algebra 2, which she taught for a number of years. For the past seventeen years, Peggy has been a member of the Religion department as a Freshman Scripture teacher. In addition to her teaching credentials, Peggy is an Assistant Director of the ARK (Apostolic Response at Kellenberg), runs the PREP Program (Parish Religious Education Program) which assists local parishes in the CCD classes, and is the founding moderator of the Business and Finance Club at Kellenberg. Peggy has been instrumental in developing the partnership between Kellenberg and Molloy University which gives students the opportunity to obtain college credits as well as become Bloomberg certified.Peggy’s dedication to her teaching vocation is not the only endeavor she enjoys. Peggy has been affiliated with the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation since its inception as her parents Lewis and Peg Ranieri were part of the creation of this stewardship of love for Catholic education. Peggy was recently appointed as a Vice Chair to the board while continuing to serve as an executive board member of the Tomorrow’s Hope Foundation. Peggy also serves on the Pastoral Council for The Church of St. Joseph along with being a class mom and running the school lunch program at her son’s school working alongside the Family Association.Peggy resides in Garden City with her husband Bobby. They have one son, Anthony who is currently in 7th grade at St. Joseph School.
Creative Director
Born and raised in Long Island, New York, Justin attended Kellenberg Memorial High School, where he first met Macie’s Mission Co-President, Jeff Harris. After graduating, Justin worked for Jeff at Kellenberg as he explored his passion for graphic design while also attending St. John’s University in Queens, New York. After Freshman year at St. John’s, Justin participated in the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida– and couldn’t stay away! Since then, Justin has received a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and a Master’s degree in Media Design, both from Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida, and has had several roles with Disney in special event planning, communications, and graphic design. More recently, Justin has been promoted to become a Creative Leader. In his current role as a Sr. Retail Creative Designer for Disney Consumer Products, Justin designs retail executions and toolkits for licensees around the globe. His work extends beyond the Disney brand to include franchises such as Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel, 20th Century, and National Geographic. In addition to serving on the board of directors for Macie’s Mission, Justin is a Co-Lead of the Disney PRIDE- Florida Belonging Employee Resource Group, and volunteers at Give Kids the World Village.Justin lives in Orlando, Florida with his husband Alex, and their dog Sammy.
Treasurer
Tim is a proud upstate New Yorker, hailing from Oneida. He found his way to Long Island via Salve Regina University and graduated from the University of Scranton.Tim has taught middle school mathematics at Saint Martin de Porres Marianist School for 15 years. During his tenure there, he has coached, directed musicals, been part of the pastoral team, and currently is the Director of Math Curriculum. Tim is also a proud father of three that are happy to call Macie their friend. He lives in Bellmore with his wife, Maureen, and their family.
Secretary
Maureen was born and raised in Merrick, NY. She attended Calhoun High School and continued on to The University of Scranton where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, and her Master’s Degree in Literacy Education. Maureen is currently a third grade teacher in the Valley Stream school district on Long Island where she has been teaching for over ten years. Maureen loves being a teacher and inspiring young children to learn in many different ways. She has been a part of providing professional development to other teachers in Responsive Classroom as well as being a member of various committees in the district, such as the technology committee, the Inclusive education committee and worked alongside others to help with the district’s curriculum and instruction. Maureen is also a member of the data wise committee where she works with Nassau Boces to interpret data received from students’ and uses it to enhance the learning and instruction provided in the classroom. Currently, Maureen is in the process of becoming a Nationally Board Certified teacher. Maureen lives in Bellmore, NY with her husband Tim and their three children Owen, Jack and Katie.
Originally from Uniondale, NY, Erin serves as a Co-Principal at St. Martin de Porres Marianist School, located in her hometown of Uniondale. Erin joined the St. Martin’s staff 16 years ago in September 2007, after graduating from Hofstra University. She taught band and general music classes to grades Kindergarten through eight for 14 years. In 2017, Erin started the first Office of Advancement at St. Martin’s, where she began the first Annual Fund for the school, while still teaching full time. Since 2017, Erin has helped secure nearly $930,000 in donations to support financial assistance, technology upgrades, and program enhancements for St. Martin’s students and staff.In addition to Macie’s Mission and St. Martin’s, Erin’s fundraising efforts also include nonprofits that are very special to her and her family. Since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2012, Erin has done a great deal of fundraising for the National M.S. Society, raising over $50,000 for M.S. research. Erin’s daughter Kathryn was born prematurely at 32 weeks and spent many weeks in neonatal intensive care. Along with a group of friends who were also mothers of premature babies, Erin has fundraised for the March of Dimes. In July of 2009, Erin married her high school sweetheart, fellow Macie’s Mission Board Member Joe Citrano, who she met at Kellenberg Memorial High School. In May of 2019, Erin and Joe had their daughter Kathryn, whose best friend is the reason behind this wonderful organization – Macie!
Joe grew up in Elmont, NY and attended Kellenberg Memorial High School, where he met his wife, Macie’s Mission board member, Erin. While a student at Kellenberg, Joe was a football player and shot put thrower. Serving as a 3-season coach at Kellenberg since 2014 has been one of Joe’s greatest opportunities. Joe coaches JV A football and shot put. After graduating from Kellenberg, Joe received his Bachelor’s Degree in 2007 from L.I.U. – C.W. Post. Joe is a Supervisor in the Town of Hempstead Highway Department. He has worked for the T.O.H. since 2008. A trombone player, Joe has enjoyed performing live music with several bands on Long Island, including Rhapsody, Barometer Soup – A Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band, and Permission to Launch. A resident of North Massapequa, Joe resides with his wife Erin and daughter Kathryn.
Lauren is a middle school history teacher at Portledge School, where she also coaches Soccer, Basketball and Lacrosse. Lauren is married to her wife, Colleen, and they have two adorable dachshunds, Hershey and Bailey. She loves to read and her favorite author is Jodi Picoult. Beyond the classroom, she is an Orange Theory coach, who thrives when inspiring others to push their limits in fitness. An avid runner, Lauren completed her first half marathon in May 2024, raising over $5,000 for Macie’s Mission.Her connection to Macie’s Mission began through her friendship with the Harris family, whom she has known since attending Kellenberg Memorial High School, where she graduated from in 2013. She grew especially close to Macie’s big brother, Luke, during his Kindergarten year at St Elizabeth Ann Seton School in Bellmore. Over time, Lauren and Macie have developed a special bond and Macie has become a constant source of her joy. Lauren admires the Harris family and Macie’s Mission for being a family-run organization committed to helping others, even when they could understandably focus solely on Macie’s diagnosis with Pompe Disease. This selflessness inspired her to take on a greater role, and she is honored to serve on the board of Macie’s Mission, working to support families affected by Pompe disease.Driven by a passion for community, service, and resilience, Lauren continues to find fulfillment in helping others and making a meaningful difference in the world. She is thrilled to continue spreading awareness and fund research for a cure for Pompe Disease.
Born and raised in Oceanside, New York, Brian Driscoll is a proud husband to his wife, Dena, and father to their two sons, Declan and Liam. A dedicated NYPD Detective with over 22 years of service, Brian has built his life around faith, family, and community.Deeply rooted in Oceanside, Brian has devoted himself to giving back and creating opportunities for others. He serves as President of the Oceanside Community Warriors, a nonprofit organization focused on beautifying and strengthening the Hamlet of Oceanside. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Oceanside Kiwanis Club, the Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, and The Love, Ava Project—an organization dedicated to supporting sick and underprivileged children and their families by spreading joy and providing relief throughout the year through toy drives, “adopt-a-family” programs, and essential assistance initiatives.Inspired by his son Liam, who was born with the rare ATR-X syndrome, Brian and his wife Dena founded Liam’s Legacy Athletic Association, a nonprofit dedicated to building an inclusive, stadium-style baseball complex where children of all abilities can experience the joy of playing America’s favorite pastime.Brian is also a proud supporter of Macie’s Mission, helping to raise awareness and advocate for families affected by Pompe Disease and other rare conditions. Whether through his service as a detective, his coaching on the field, or his leadership in the community, Brian’s mission is simple: to give back, lift others up, and make a lasting impact on the lives around him.
Julie is originally from Seaford, NY and attended Kellenberg Memorial High School. She attended Adelphi University for her undergraduate degree in 2001, received her master’s degree from Columbia University, Teacher’s College in 2003 and was granted Board Certification as Behavioral Analyst in 2011. In 2006, Julie married fellow Seaford native Matthew Duenges and they now live in Massapequa with their 3 daughters— Rylie, Bryelle & Sloane. For the past 23 years, Julie has served as a Special Education Teacher in the Herricks School District. She was also the Director of Camper Services/REACH program for Hofstra University’s Summer Camps from 2007-2021 whereas she designed and directed programs to include children with special needs into Hofstra Summer Camps programs. Julie is a Senior Behavior Analyst/Parent Coach for various agencies across Long Island servicing children/young adults with autism spectrum disorders and their families.In 2012 while pregnant with their middle daughter Bryelle, due to advances in required prenatal screening Julie and Matt were both identified as genetic carriers for Pompe Disease. Later that year at age 3, Rylie was diagnosed with Late Onset Pompe Disease. Overwhelmed with this new diagnosis and unsure where to turn, Matt and Julie began to read/research everything available about Pompe Disease- which was extremely limited and frightening for a young family. In June 2015, Sloane was diagnosed at birth with Late Onset Pompe Disease. With little direction and a lot of parental ambition, Rylie & Sloane were finally seen and then monitored by Dr. Martin Bialer through Northwell Hospital until his retirement in 2021 due to COVID. Julie & Matt then brought the girls to no fewer than 10 practitioners with no success until finally in late 2023 were introduced to Dr. Ganesh and her team at Mount Sinai who has been a lifeline for the family as they continue to navigate through the world of rare genetic diseases.In January 2023, through a random social media post by mutual friend, Julie and Matt were introduced to fellow Pompe parents, Jeff and Caitlin Harris and Macie’s Mission. Finding a supporting and guiding community like Macie’s Mission has been crucial in locating care for Rylie and Sloane and establishing a support system for Matt and Julie. Dr. Ganesh’s team at Mount Sinai was one of the many recommendations found through networking within the Macie’s Mission family. The entire Duenges family continues to be forever grateful to Macie’s Mission for their tireless efforts to raise awareness and funds to find a cure and support for families.
Eddie is a proud Long Island native with a deep commitment to community and service. A 2013 graduate of Kellenberg Memorial High School, Eddie went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree from Franklin Pierce University in New Hampshire, where he spent four unforgettable years.After graduating, Eddie began his professional career as a Project Manager at G-Tech Elevator Associates, where he specialized in project estimating and oversaw all Pre-Construction Phase projects.In August 2019, Eddie returned to his alma mater, St. Martin de Porres Marianist School, as the Director of Information Technology and Building Facilities. In this role, Eddie oversees critical operational departments, including Maintenance, IT, and Security, ensuring the school operates smoothly and efficiently. He has also managed over $4 million in capital improvement projects, significantly enhancing the school’s infrastructure.Eddie is dedicated to service and leadership. He has been an active member of the Kellenberg Memorial High School Alumni Board for four years, serving as Vice President and later as an advisor.Outside of work, Eddie enjoys traveling and playing beach volleyball, combining his love for adventure and teamwork.
Rosalia Melaccio is a resident of Merrick and is married to Frank. Together, they have two children: a son, Frank, and a daughter, Liana.Rosalia serves as the Coordinator and Teacher of the Our Time Program at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, a specialized program designed for two-year-olds and their parents or guardians. She is a dedicated community volunteer who actively contributes to numerous organizations and has raised over $500,000 throughout her years of service.Macies Mission holds particular special place in Rosalia Heart, as she previously served as Macie’s assistant teacher.
Alex was born and raised in Lake Bluff, Illinois, outside Chicago, and has always had a passion for volunteering and helping others. In 2010, he moved to Orlando, Florida where he lives with his husband, Macie’s Mission Creative Director Justin Moody, and their dog Sammy.Alex works for Disney Experiences, the largest theme park operator in the world by attendance, in the Operations office where he is responsible for creating and sustaining efficient experiences for visitors at domestic Disney theme parks and resorts. Through detailed data analysis and reporting, Alex has helped nearly every venue at Walt Disney World Resort increase their capacity and sales to help drive positive Guest experience and increased revenue.In his spare time, Alex volunteers with Give Kids the World Village, in Kissimmee, Florida, where children with critical illnesses and their families are treated to week-long cost-free vacations.Alex began volunteering for Macie’s Mission in 2023 and joined the Board of Directors in 2025 where he plans to continue driving growth in new markets.
Bianca Murphy is a teacher in the New York City Department of Education. She received her bachelor’s degree in Education from Hofstra and then went on for her masters in Special Education at Molloy College. From an early age Bianca knew she wanted to be a teacher and felt the calling to inspire and shape the young minds of children. Molding future generations, assisting in building personal philosophies, and helping children understand essential skills for their adult lives are just a few of the many reasons she defines her career as a passion.Bianca resides in Oceanside with her husband Kevin and two sons, Kevin Jr. and Deacon. She is actively involved in the Oceanside PTA and serves as the Vice President of Fundraising at School 8.
Kevin Murphy serves as Vice President, Portfolio Property Manager for RXR Realty. His responsibilities include the oversight of the Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens office portfolio consisting of over 30 class “A” office buildings and 42 employees. He is responsible for all budgeting, capital planning, tenant relations and service contracts across his portfolio. Kevin sets policies, procedures and goals for his department while ensuring they are operating in accordance with all loan documents and partnership agreements. Kevin joined RXR Realty in 2007 as an Assistant Property Manager and quickly moved up the ranks to his current role as Vice President, Portfolio Property Manager. During his tenure at RXR Realty, he has overseen several acquisitions and dispositions. He has executed on over $500,000,000 in capital improvement projects and helped the company launch its wholesale power division, changing how they purchase and view energy across its New York City Portfolio.Kevin is a member of RXR’s insurance committee and holds the position of Secretary for the Building Owner and Managers Association of Long Island (BOMA LI). He also holds a position on the Facility Committee for Kellenberg Memorial High School. He was born and raised on Long Island and currently resides in Nassau County with his wife Bianca and their two boys.
“Committee work is a benefit to the individual’s call to serve but most importantly to the group effort to advance the mission.”Born and raised in West Hempstead, New York, Bobby currently serves as Assistant Principal at Kellenberg Memorial High School. His responsibilities include overseeing faculty supervision and development as well as serving as the liaison to parent concerns and relations. Outside of his work responsibilities, Bobby sat on the St. Joseph School Board for six years, leading as President for his last three years. Recently, he was appointed by the Most Reverend John Oliver Barres, the Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, to serve as presiding member of the Board of Advisors for Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School in Deer Park. He is a member of the Seminary for the Immaculate Conception Golf Committee, which seeks to raise funds for its mission to educate and support those called to the vocation of the priesthood. Bobby supports local government as Secretary to the Town of Hempstead Housing Authority Board. He works with a body that assists in supporting residents in finding affordable and adequate housing in America’s largest township. Bobby resides in Garden City and is the proud husband of Peggy and father to their son Anthony who is currently in 7th grade at St. Joseph School.
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