Roni joined ABC Westport in June 2025, bringing a blend of experience from both corporate and nonprofit sectors. A passionate advocate for equity and social impact, Roni is dedicated to building strong, sustainable organizations and engaging communities. In her role, she oversees all aspects of the organization—including fundraising, operations, board engagement, and community outreach—ensuring alignment with ABC Westport’s mission and long-term goals.

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Before joining ABC Westport, Roni held roles in corporate philanthropy and social

responsibility at the Viking Global Foundation, Tudor Foundation, and Tauck. There, she worked closely with nonprofits to support impactful programming and organizational growth. Her earlier nonprofit experience includes leadership at the Books for Kids Foundation, as well as youth-focused mentoring and programming with iMentor and Builders Beyond Borders.

 

Roni holds a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Emory University. A longtime Westport resident, Roni has lived in the community for over 20 years with her husband and their two children, both graduates of Westport public schools. She is an active community volunteer and, in her free time, enjoys traveling, exercising, reading, spending time outside (Compo Beach), and most of all, being with family and friends.

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Roni can be reached at executivedirector@abetterchanceofwestport.org.