
The Founder’s Gala
The Quad Preparatory School Founder's Gala
Celebrating 10 Years of Innovative Learning
Thursday, May 11, 2023
6:00pm
Tavern on the Green
Each year a generous community of supporters come together to transform the experience of education for gifted, neurodiverse students — children whose innovation and intellect promise to spark meaningful change in our world.
We look forward to seeing you for this year's festive and lively 10th anniversary gala celebration at Tavern on the Green in Central Park! There are many opportunities to get involved and lend your support as we transform the experience of education for gifted, neurodiverse students. Please reach out to us at philanthropy@quadprep.org to learn more.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER'S GALA
At the Quad Prep Founder’s Gala, sponsors, guests, and community members come together to ignite meaningful opportunities for learning for neurodiverse, twice-exceptional children.
A pioneer in neurodiverse education, for ten years The Quad Preparatory School has served gifted, neurodiverse K-12 students who think and learn differently (called twice-exceptional or 2e). With their innovative perspectives and intelligence, 2e children have enormous potential to make a difference in the world, and yet their neurodiversity means that they are all too often left behind in a conventional learning environment. Quad Prep is changing education not only for its own students, but also, through its outreach and programs, for twice-exceptional students and diverse learners nationwide. Together, we are redefining the experience of school and reinventing neurodiverse education so that all students have the opportunity to thrive.
2023 GALA CO-CHAIRS
Stephanie Hodor
David Orr
Jason Pike
2023 GALA COMMITTEE
Alan Car
Raymond Chan
Emily Chu
Harini Chundu
Vicki Elkins
Martha Fortune
Ruthie Hecht
Geoffrey Hsu
Jessica Kamel
Farzam Kamel
Andreas Lazar
Elanna Lazar
Courtney Levinsohn
Paul Levinsohn
Marcus Mabry
Lisa Mahle
Mark McFadden
Andrew Moth
Deborah Muro
Rachel O’Connor
Shari Reichenberg
About our 2022 Gala Honorees

Hannah Gadsby
Hannah Gadsby is an acclaimed and Emmy-award winning speaker, writer, and comedian, and a strong voice in support of neurodiverse individuals. Her solo show Nanette redefined the comedic form, and in her subsequent solo show Douglas, she discussed her autism diagnosis and “[let] the world see the view from [her] brain — one that sees the world differently but with breathtaking clarity.” Hannah is the author of the new book Ten Steps to Nanette and is currently on tour with her new stand up show Body of Work. Through her contributions in the arts and her writing on neurodiversity, Hannah has had a positive impact for neurodiverse individuals across the world, making a significant difference for twice-exceptional students, who, like Hannah, “see the world differently but with breathtaking clarity.”
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Evelyn Yang
Evelyn Yang is a leader and advocate for neuroinclusivity nationwide. Through her deep commitment, from the campaign trail to her speaking and philanthropic work, Evelyn has helped foster greater awareness and inclusion for neurodiverse individuals, ensuring that neurodiverse voices have a place at every table, and comfortable sensory spaces in airports, stadiums, and entertainment venues nationwide. Through her work, Evelyn has had an indelible impact on the lives of countless neurodiverse children and families. Evelyn serves as a partner not only for The Quad Preparatory School, but also in service of our larger mission to create a future where all neurodiverse individuals have opportunities to learn, grow, and bring their full gifts into the world.
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Thanks to our 2022 SPONSORS!
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BENEFACTORS
James and Jill Cornell Family Fund
Eric Kaplan and Melissa Sawyer
Verona Carpenter Architects
Susan and Stephen Jess