named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Julie Hait Adler Scholarship
Partnership with Adelphi University to fund a perpetual scholarship for Levermore Global Scholars who have overcome personal challenges and maintain strong academic performance.
Speaking Engagements
Delivers educational talks at universities and organizations on disability inclusion, ableism, and the "step out of line" philosophy to inspire change among students and professionals.
Step Out of Line Podcast
Amplifies marginalized voices and shares personal stories on disability, inclusion, and social change through a podcast platform.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Disability Rights Advocacy & Self-Advocacy Empowerment 2 activities
- Conducts accessibility audits for public and private establishmentsPerforms audits to identify and address accessibility barriers in facilities, aiming to improve access beyond minimum ADA standards.
- Conducts speaking engagements on disability inclusionDelivers educational talks to students, corporate audiences, and communities to promote disability inclusion, diversity, and the 'Stepping Out of Line' philosophy. Engagements target the corporate sector, healthcare industry, and academia.
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Therapeutic Comfort Kits and Room Makeovers 1 activity
- Distributes self-care kits to Pediatric ICU caregiversRuns "The Peri Project," a pilot initiative launched in early 2025, which creates and distributes self-care kits to caregivers in pediatric intensive care units. Over 300 packages have been distributed across multiple pediatric hospitals.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Establishes and endows scholarships for global scholarsEstablished the Julie Hait Adler Scholarship at Adelphi University as a permanently endowed fund to support Levermore Global Scholars, following a $25,000 fundraising campaign that was matched by the university.
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Fundraising and Financial Support for IDD Services 1 activity
- Funds inclusion-focused organizations and initiativesProvides funding and partners with organizations to eliminate accessibility barriers and advance inclusion for people with disabilities.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Produces the Step Out of Line podcastProduces and publishes the 'Step Out of Line' podcast to amplify marginalized voices and advance public discourse on ableism and inclusion.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$24K
Contributions & grants$12K51%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$23K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$17K
balance sheet
Total assets$8K
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Net assets$1K
2 years on record · 2023–2024
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- STEPHEN R FINKELSTEIN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- Adelphi University Partner — Partner institution collaborating with Team Peri Foundation to establish and administer the Julie Hait Adler Scholarship as an endowed fund within the Levermore Global Scholars program.
- Adelphi University Partner — Partnered to establish an annual scholarship in perpetuity through the Levermore Global Scholars program.
- Adelphi University Partner — Provided a guest lecture in an interdisciplinary disability class and engaged with students post-presentation.
- Ahava Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Amika Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Bank United Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Brandeis University Partner — Delivered a personal, narrative-driven talk on living with disability, focusing on person-first perspectives and human dignity.
- Bussani Mobility Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Chai Lifeline Partner — Long-term fundraising beneficiary; Team Peri raised over $1 million for Chai Lifeline through marathon participation.
- Chai Lifeline Partner — Primary beneficiary of Team Peri Foundation's fundraising and marathon participation efforts.
- Charitybuzz Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Estee Lauder Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Eva NYC Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- FPG's Printing Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Female Founder Collective Partner — Hosted an event for female founders on advancing DEI within company cultures.
- Jay Mac Customs Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Long Island Pediatric Group Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Lululemon Athletica Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- NYU Langone Hospital Partner — Beta-tested "The Peri Project" in their Child Life Program.
- New York University Partner — Presented a guest lecture in an "Introduction to Assistive Technology" course focused on lived experience with disability and technology.
- Ocean Cadillac Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Onnit Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Other nonprofit organizations Partner — Partners with nonprofit organizations that have missions aligned with inclusion and diversity.
- Pedistat Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Peri Finkelstein Partner — Founder and CEO of Team Peri Foundation, leads speaking engagements and drives the Step Out of Line movement.
- Quinnipiac University Partner — Spoke at a DEI journal club and an interprofessional healthcare education event on ableism, healthcare disparities, and respectful communication.
- Reilly's Auto Body Partner — Current or past sponsor of Team Peri Foundation
- Step Out of Line Partner — Podcast platform used to amplify marginalized voices and challenge societal norms.
- Stony Brook University Partner — Presented to students on meeting clients 'where they are,' avoiding assumptions, and respectful communication in healthcare.
- Team Lifeline Partner — Beneficiary of Team Peri's fundraising efforts; received over $1 million in support.
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strategies · 5
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.
- Caregiver Mental Health Support 77 orgsmethodology: caregiver-supportBy supporting the mental health of Pediatric ICU caregivers, the foundation enhances patient care outcomes because caregiver well-being directly improves advocacy capacity and the overall patient experience.shared approach: Comprehensive Family Support →
- Accessibility Beyond Compliance 43 orgsmethodology: accessibility-audit-beyond-complianceBy conducting accessibility audits that go beyond ADA requirements, the foundation improves real-world usability for people with disabilities because identifying functional barriers leads to more inclusive and effective design.shared approach: Inclusive Design for Belonging →
- Education Through Public Discourse 43 orgsmethodology: education-through-public-speakingBy using public speaking and podcasting to center disability inclusion in public discourse, the foundation shifts societal attitudes because sustained, visible representation normalizes diversity and combats ableism.shared approach: Inclusive Design for Belonging →
- Lived Experience Advocacymethodology: lived-experience advocacyBy centering lived experience with disability and systemic injustice in advocacy and awareness initiatives, the foundation fosters authentic, impactful change because personal narrative builds credibility, challenges stereotypes, and drives societal transformation.
- Stepping Out of Line as Personal Growth Strategymethodology: stepping out of lineBy encouraging individuals to embrace discomfort and "step out of line" from societal norms, the foundation fosters leadership and change because vulnerability and risk-taking build resilience and challenge oppressive structures.