Trey Whitfield School 2010 Annual Fundraiser
at National Arts Club
Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Mrs. Matilda Cuomo has been described as the most active First Lady in New York State's history. In 1987, to prevent school drop outs, Mrs. Cuomo established the New York State Mentoring Program, the nation's first state-wide school-basedone- to-one mentoring program. In 1995, she established Mentoring USA, to continue support for the New York State Mentoring Programs. Mentoring USA has expanded to five states and Mentoring USA Italia established in Italy provides mentors for over 600 children. Trey Whitfield School is proud of Mrs. Cuomo’s support of the school's partnership with Help USA, Inc.

Maria Gotsch is the President and CEO at the New York City Investment Fund and also serves as President of the Fund's Civic Capital Corporation, which manages the Fund's charitable investments. Maria has been a champion for Trey Whitfield School ever since her first visit.

Earl “The Pearl” Monroe is a four-time NBA All-Star and was named to the NBA's 50th Anniversary team. Earl has been active in various community affairs and programs including the President's Council on Youth Fitness. He has also served as spokesman for the American Heart Association. Earl has been a long time supporter of Trey Whitfield Foundation, Inc. and Trey Whitfield School. Earl now owns and operates his own record label, Reverse Spin Records in New York.