named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Judge Training Workshops
Online training sessions for volunteer judges to prepare them for evaluating student projects during the fair
Regeneron ISEF Qualifier
Top 15-20 projects from WESEF are selected to represent the region at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona
Regeneron WESEF Annual Science Fair
Annual event where high school students present original research projects to judges from the scientific community; includes project setup, judging sessions, public viewing, and awards ceremony
zFairs Online Registration and Paperwork System
Digital platform for teacher and student registration, project submission, and uploading of required research documentation and forms
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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STEM Competition and Robotics Programs 3 activities
- Facilitate advancement to international science competitionSelects and sends the top 15–20 student projects from the regional fair to compete at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), providing recognition and opportunity for broader scientific engagement.
- Host and administer regional science fairOrganizes and hosts the annual Regeneron Westchester Science and Engineering Fair for over 750 high school students from 40 schools across Westchester, Putnam, and Sullivan counties. Students present original scientific research through posters to judges including scientists and business leaders, with public viewing and an awards ceremony held at Somers High School and Somers Middle School.
- Provide regulatory and procedural guidance for student researchOffers downloadable Regeneron ISEF forms and a guidance document to support students, teachers, and mentors in correctly completing required research documentation and compliance paperwork for participation.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support student and judge participation through logistics and resourcesProvides meals (including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options) to students and a catered breakfast and lunch to judges during the fair, along with thank-you gifts for judges. Also facilitates online registration and submission of research documentation via the zFairs platform, including teacher-assisted registration and a structured review period for student paperwork.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$270K
Contributions & grants$156K58%
Program service revenue$114K42%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$269K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$23K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$12K
Cash$12K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$12K
Liquid reserves0.5 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +9.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 9
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL BLUEGLASS | PRESIDENT | 7 | $3K |
| ANGELO PICCIRILLO | VICE PRESIDENT/SRC CHAIR | 6 | $2K |
| DIANA EVANGELISTA | ASSISTANT TO SRC | 2 | $2K |
| JANET LONGO-ABINATI | VICE PRESIDENT | 3 | $2K |
| MELISSA SHANDROFF | SPECIAL AWRDS CHAIR | 2 | $2K |
| MICHELLE SUGANTINO | JUDGE CHAIR | 3 | $2K |
| STEPHANIE PEBORDE BURKE | TREASURER | 3 | $2K |
| STEVE BELTECAS | SECRETARY | 1 | $1K |
| VALERIE HOLMES | WEBMASTER | 3 | $1K |
relationships · 30
Who they work with
- Ardsley Partner — Representatives from Ardsley schools are involved in WESEF leadership and student participation.
- Blind Brook Partner — Representative from Blind Brook serves as Judge Chair for WESEF.
- Boehringer Ingelheim CARES Foundation Funder — Sponsor that funds expenses associated with hosting the Regeneron WESEF fair.
- ConEdison Funder — Sponsor that funds expenses associated with hosting the Regeneron WESEF fair.
- Edgemont HS Partner — Students from Edgemont HS participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- Harrison HS Partner — Students from Harrison HS participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- Hastings Partner — Representative from Hastings serves as Awards Chair for WESEF.
- Horace Greeley HS Partner — Students from Horace Greeley HS participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- IBM Funder — Sponsor that funds expenses associated with hosting the Regeneron WESEF fair.
- Irvington HS Partner — Student from Irvington HS participated as a finalist in the 2026 fair.
- Mamaroneck HS Partner — Student from Mamaroneck HS participated as a finalist in the 2026 fair.
- Masters School Partner — Student from Masters School participated as a finalist in the 2026 fair.
- New Rochelle HS Partner — Students from New Rochelle HS participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- Ossining HS Partner — Students from Ossining HS participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- Pelham Partner — Representative from Pelham serves as Logistics Coordinator for WESEF.
- Regeneron Partner — Title sponsor of the Westchester Science & Engineering Fair and supports student participation in the International Science & Engineering Fair.
- Regeneron Partner — Title sponsor of the Westchester Science and Engineering Fair.
- Regeneron ISEF Partner — Uses official Regeneron ISEF forms for its science fair program.
- Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair Partner — Partners with the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair by sending top student winners from WESEF to compete at the international level.
- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Funder — Primary sponsor funding the majority of expenses to host the Regeneron WESEF fair.
- Rye Country Day Partner — Students from Rye Country Day participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- Sleepy Hollow Partner — Representatives from Sleepy Hollow schools are involved in WESEF leadership roles.
- Society for Science Partner — Organizer of the Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair; WESEF sends top students to this affiliated national/international event.
- Society for Science Partner — Partner organization providing access to Regeneron ISEF and Regeneron STS programs.
- Somers HS Partner — Students from Somers HS participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- Somers High School Partner — Host site for the Regeneron Westchester Science & Engineering Fair, including project setup, judging, and public viewing.
- Somers Middle School Partner — Host site for the Behavior Category projects during the Regeneron Westchester Science & Engineering Fair.
- Westlake HS Partner — Student from Westlake HS participated as a finalist in the 2026 fair.
- Yorktown HS Partner — Students from Yorktown HS participated as finalists in the 2026 fair.
- zFairs Partner — Technology and registration partner used for managing teacher and student registration, form submission, and document review for the science fair.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Mentored Student Research with Expert Evaluationmethodology: mentored-researchBy supporting high school students in conducting mentored scientific research and presenting it to professionals, we build real-world science inquiry skills because engagement with expert judges and the authentic context of a public science fair deepens learning and accountability.
- Teacher-Mediated Participation for Guided Engagementmethodology: teacher-mediated_participationBy requiring teacher-facilitated registration and oversight, we ensure structured and supported student participation in the science fair because educator involvement increases compliance, project quality, and learning continuity.