Beth capitalizes on her experience as a financial services executive to actively engage with the community, giving both time and expertise. This has included: supporting emerging artists, helping entrepreneurs bring their visions to reality, serving on the boards of women and girl focused non-profits, and participating in community development projects. She created the Lacey Family Foundation in 2014 to champion the philanthropic spirits of her niece, Mae and nephews, Kevin and Colin, blending their love for animals with a passion for helping people in need. The combination of family members investing in proven animal therapy programs to help people thrive is very fulfilling and rewarding to her. Beth divides her time between New York City and Ocean City, New Jersey Contact Beth

Maureen resides in Chester County, PA with her husband, Kevin and sons, Kevin and Colin. Although she has over 30 years experience in the financial and legal sectors, Maureen is most proud of her volunteer efforts. Assisting as a track coach, organizing fundraising events, and fostering at-risk dogs are just some of the ways she enjoys giving back to her community. Recognizing the countless benefits of the human animal bond, Maureen is committed to the Lacey Family Foundation’s support of animal therapy organizations.

Brian lives with his wife, Rita and daughter, Mae on a gentleman's farm in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. Brian has worked in the electronics industry for over 30 years and can attest to the positive impact animals can have on a person’s overall health and wellbeing. Brian’s love of animals and nature in general is shared by Rita who runs a business devoted to environmental causes and Mae who is studying animal behavior.

Kevin resides with his wife, Maureen, and their 2 (board member) sons, Kevin and Colin in Southeastern PA. He has spent 23 years in the equipment finance industry. Most recently, his work has focused on large ticket capital equipment acquisitions in the Healthcare space. Animals have been a part of his family's lives for many years, and Kevin recognizes how special the bonds they create can be. He is happy to help promote these bonds to improve the lives of many individuals through his work with the foundation. When not working, he can be found behind his drum kit enjoying time playing with the BLT Band.

Mae lives in Rhode Island and works as a data scientist for Conservation Science Partners, a non-profit conducting scientific research to advance wildlife and environmental conservation. Her scientific research, spatial storytelling, and data visualizations have informed policy-making decisions, landscape management strategies, public outreach, and legal arguments on a diverse array of topics surrounding the climate change and biodiversity crises. Her passion for the environment, animals, and their relationship with people spans both the professional and the personal, as she often feels most at home when spending time in nature. This is undoubtedly because of her upbringing in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania with her parents, Brian and Rita, on a small farm that fostered her love of animals from a very early age. Her experiences in nature have certainly proven the incredibly positive impacts animals and the environment can have on one’s well-being, and she is thrilled to support ongoing efforts to bring the healing power of animals to those who need it.

Kevin hails from Chester County Pennsylvania where he attends high school and enjoys Football, Basketball, Track, Snowboarding and working-out. Kevin spends his summers in Ocean City, NJ where he works part-time and goes surfing as often as possible. His interaction with mentors and coaches has made relevant the value of “giving back”. To that end, Kevin also enjoys assisting his grade school Football and Track coaches to develop young athletes. Participation in the foundation, and working with his aunt, Beth, has been an educational experience for Kevin. His interest in helping others continues to grow as he becomes more familiar with the healing benefits that animals can provide.

Colin lives in Chester County, PA with his parents and brother Kevin. He enjoys Football, Basketball, Track, Snowboarding and video games with friends. Summers are spent su rfing in Ocean City, NJ with family and friends. He has always enjoyed spending time with animals, often helping those in need. Colin has learned a great deal from his participation in the Lacey Family Foundation. He is an active participant in the process of selecting the charities the Foundation will support, and likes to visit these organizations in person to see the benefits that they deliver. As a young-adult, the Foundation is providing Colin with valuable exposure to the benefits of charitable giving. This has been an educational and satisfying experience for him.