Children’s Aid Executive and Leadership Team

Phoebe Boyer, the President & Chief Executive Officer at Children’s Aid, directs the organization's overarching strategy and operational execution. Boyer guides the mission to help children in poverty succeed and thrive across New York City. This leadership involves overseeing the comprehensive support provided to children and families through community schools, neighborhood centers, health clinics, and camps. Boyer ensures alignment with the founding principles of the organization, established in 1853, to serve the children of New York City. The strategic direction set by Boyer impacts all facets of the organization's service delivery, aiming for maximum positive outcomes for the youth and families served. Boyer's role is central to maintaining the organization's independent, not-for-profit status and its deep commitment to underserved communities. Phoebe Boyer drives the vision for continued impact and sustainability.

Ezra Miller, the Chief Financial Officer at Children’s Aid, manages all financial operations and fiscal strategy for the organization. Miller oversees budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation to support the mission of helping children in poverty succeed. This role is critical for ensuring the long-term financial health and sustainability of the not-for-profit entity. Miller's responsibilities include managing grants, donor contributions, and operational expenditures across all service delivery points, including community schools, neighborhood centers, health clinics, and camps. The Chief Financial Officer ensures compliance with all financial regulations and reporting requirements, safeguarding the organization's assets. Ezra Miller's expertise is vital for maintaining the trust of stakeholders and enabling the expansion of services to underserved New York City neighborhoods. Miller drives financial stewardship to maximize program impact.

Ann Takahashi, the Chief Operating Officer at Children’s Aid, directs the day-to-day operations and service delivery across all programs. Takahashi ensures the effective and efficient implementation of the organization's mission to help children in poverty succeed and thrive throughout New York City. This involves overseeing the management of community schools, neighborhood centers, health clinics, and camps, ensuring they provide comprehensive support to children and families. The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for operational excellence, resource optimization, and the seamless integration of services. Ann Takahashi's leadership focuses on enhancing the quality and accessibility of programs, driving operational improvements that directly benefit the youth and families served. Takahashi ensures robust execution of strategic initiatives.

Ikram Ullah, the President at Children’s Aid, contributes to the strategic leadership and operational oversight of the organization's extensive programs. Ullah supports the core mission of assisting children in poverty to succeed and thrive across New York City. This leadership position involves collaborating with other executives to ensure the effective delivery of services through community schools, neighborhood centers, health clinics, and camps. The President works to advance the organization's goals, focusing on maximizing impact and ensuring the sustainability of initiatives that benefit children and families. Ikram Ullah's role is integral to the effective functioning and strategic advancement of Children's Aid. Ullah drives operational excellence and strategic alignment.

Moria Cappio, the Chief of Staff at Children’s Aid, provides strategic support and operational coordination across key initiatives. Cappio works closely with the President & CEO to advance the organization's mission of helping children in poverty succeed and thrive. This role involves managing special projects, facilitating cross-departmental collaboration, and ensuring efficient execution of strategic priorities. Cappio's responsibilities extend to enhancing internal communications and operational effectiveness within the New York City-based services. The Chief of Staff plays a crucial part in translating high-level goals into actionable plans for community schools, neighborhood centers, health clinics, and camps. Moria Cappio's focus is on optimizing organizational performance and supporting leadership in driving impactful change for children and families. Cappio ensures seamless integration of strategic directives.

Barbara-Ann Fox, the Chief Information Officer at Children’s Aid, leads the technology strategy and infrastructure to support the organization's mission. Fox oversees the implementation and management of information systems that enhance service delivery to children and families in New York City. This includes ensuring data security, system reliability, and technological innovation across all operational sites, such as community schools, neighborhood centers, and health clinics. The Chief Information Officer is responsible for leveraging technology to improve efficiency, support data-driven decision-making, and expand the reach of services for children in poverty. Barbara-Ann Fox ensures that technological resources effectively contribute to the organization's goals of helping youth succeed and thrive. Fox drives digital transformation to amplify impact.

Priscila Silva, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Children’s Aid, leads all aspects of human capital management to support the organization's mission. Silva is responsible for developing and implementing HR strategies that attract, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce dedicated to helping children in poverty succeed and thrive. This includes overseeing talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and professional development programs across all New York City service locations. The Chief Human Resources Officer ensures a positive and productive work environment, fostering a culture aligned with the organization's values. Priscila Silva's expertise is critical for building and maintaining a strong team that delivers comprehensive support through community schools, neighborhood centers, health clinics, and camps. Silva drives organizational culture and talent strategy.

Lisa Handwerker, the Chief Medical Officer at Children’s Aid, oversees the integration and delivery of health services within the organization's comprehensive support model. Handwerker ensures that medical care provided through health clinics and other service points effectively contributes to the mission of helping children in poverty succeed and thrive. This role involves guiding clinical strategy, ensuring adherence to healthcare best practices, and collaborating with other departments to provide holistic care to children and families in New York City. The Chief Medical Officer plays a vital part in addressing the health needs of the community, enhancing well-being, and supporting overall development. Lisa Handwerker's leadership ensures that health services are accessible, high-quality, and aligned with the organization's commitment to empowering youth. Handwerker champions integrated health and wellness initiatives.