The NextGen Club.

Transforming the lives of our future world-changers.

Are you a young professional looking to make a difference and connect with like-minded peers? Join ALTSO’s NextGen Club: a dynamic group of emerging leaders creating their own events and campaigns to advance our mission of providing free mobility care to children in emerging countries.

Give Back.

A $50 monthly donation provides a wheelchair and secures your spot in the NextGen Club’s Young Leaders Circle.

Lead.

Gain meaningful leadership experience that elevates your career and sets you apart.

Connect.

Grow your network and foster new relationships with ambitious, purpose-driven peers and mentors.

Stay connected by signing up for the NextGen Club newsletter - be the first to know of events, campaigns, volunteering, meetups, and opportunities to engage with your peers.

 “The NextGen Club is an unstoppable force for change. We are grateful for and inspired by their dedication, energy, and proactive compassion, which are transforming the lives of so many children. As the leaders of tomorrow, they are making a lasting difference today.” – Gabriella Mueller-Evrard, Executive Director of ALTSO

Your Impact

Young Leaders Circle.

What is $50 a month to you? Maybe it’s the cost of a brunch with friends, an Uber ride, or a monthly subscription service. For a child living with a disability, $50 a month is the opportunity to receive an appropriately fitted wheelchair that gives them access to education, future employment, and the chance to live self-sufficiently.

We are excited to announce the launch of our Young Leaders Circle (YLC) for 20 and 30 somethings who want to make a difference. The only requirement for membership is a $50 monthly recurring contribution for a total for $600 annually. This giving level ensures the provision of a fitted wheelchair to a child in need through ALTSO’s programs.

As a member of the YLC you will receive:

Listing on the ALTSO website

Exclusive YLC event invitations
A monthly newsletter
One (1) item from the ALTSO merch store

Want to double your impact? Don’t forget to see if your employer will match your gift!

Young Leaders Circle Members

Shannon Fitzgerald

Kevin Leba

Anjuli Patel

Rogelio Gonzalez (Executive Committee)

Maggie Miller (Executive Committee)

Sandaly Kourouma

Dylan Shah

Jackie Chertock

Aidan Coffey

TaNia McClary

Join the YLC Executive Committee

Members have the chance to join our Executive Committee by recruiting three new members to the YLC within a fiscal year. By doing so, you will raise a total of $2,000 for ALTSO through personal and peer-fundraised philanthropy. As a member of the YLC Executive Committee you have the opportunity to join and participate in the NextGen Club Board’s annual planning sessions that take place in December/January.

Meet the NextGen Club Board.

Anjuli Patel, Founder and Chair
New York, NY

Anjuli was introduced to ALTSO in 2015. She formed the NextGen Club in 2018 after a few years of volunteering for the organization, with the intention of further supporting ALTSO’s mission. She is Deputy Chief of Staff at Dow Jones, collaborating with executives from brands like The Wall Street Journal and Barron’s Group in generating and testing new, ambitious ideas for growth. Anjuli has always had a passion for helping others in need and feels lucky to be able to use her work experience in marketing, events and business strategy to support ALTSO’s CoolKids and create a community of philanthropic young professionals.

Rogelio (Roy) Gonzalez, Strategic Partnerships Chair, Dallas
Dallas, TX

Roy is a Vice President at Goldman Sachs and joined the NextGen Club in 2020 after attending a networking and fundraising event. Since joining, Roy has participated in various virtual events to raise funds for ALTSO’s CoolKids. Roy’s involvement began in New York City and has continued after relocating to Texas by starting the NextGen Club, Dallas Chapter. Roy looks forward to leveraging his network and past experience to mobilize young professionals to engage with ALTSO.

Maggie Miller, Fundraising Chair
New York, NY

Maggie Miller joins the NextGeb Club Board with over seven years of frontline fundraising experience in health, education, and human services. She currently serves as a Major Gift Officer at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, raising funds for women's health. Maggie has worked at a variety of small and large nonprofits, including Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University, and provided fundraising consulting services to nonprofits at CCS Fundraising. Maggie holds a BA in Journalism and Public Relations from the University of Georgia and an MS in Nonprofit Management from Columbia University. Upon graduating Columbia's master's program, she joined the faculty as an Associate Instructor. She is grateful to have served ALTSO's mission as a junior board member since 2022.

Jackie Chertock, Fundraising Chair
New York, NY

Jackie Chertock joins the NextGen Club Board with over five years of fundraising experience in healthcare and experience in event planning and research for various nonprofits. Jackie has a passion for mobility resources and is honored to work with the NextGen Club Board to support ALTSO’s mission. She is a Senior Development Officer at NewYork-Presbyterian focusing on fundraising for brain, spine, and behavioral health services. Jackie holds a BA in History from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master of Science in Nonprofit Management from Columbia University. Jackie looks forward to bringing her fundraising and event planning skills to the NextGen board to inspire future leaders and build a fundraising strategy to support ALTSO’s mission.

Sandaly Kourouma, President
New York, NY

Sandaly is an Assistant Amenity Manager at URBN Playground, currently pursuing a degree in Business Management. In Spring 2024, Sandaly joined ALTSO as a marketing intern, inspired by a commitment to raise awareness about disabilities and expand access to essential assistive care. Through his work with both ALTSO and the NextGen Club, Sandaly aims to create a lasting impact and inspire more young professionals to engage in meaningful causes.

Aidan Coffey
New York, NY

Hi, my name is Aidan Coffey, and I am currently pursuing my M.S. in Nonprofit Management at Columbia University, where I focus on fundraising and nonprofit leadership. I recently earned dual degrees in Business Administration and Education Sciences, specializing in Disabilities in Society, from the University of Florida. Outside of school, I serve as an intern with Special Olympics, where I conduct prospect research and support disability advocacy initiatives. I joined A Leg To Stand On’s Next Gen Council because of my passion for accessibility and expanding accommodations for marginalized communities. I look forward to continuing this work and advancing disability awareness.

TaNia McClary, Marketing Chair
New York, NY

TaNia joined the NextGen Club Board in 2026 and serves as the Marketing Chair. She is passionate about international development and disability advocacy. TaNia is excited to leverage her fundraising and communications experience to bring together young professionals and corporate partners dedicated to advancing ALTSO’s mission. TaNia earned a B.S. in Journalism and Mass Communications with a concentration in Public Relations from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University and is currently pursuing a M.S. in Nonprofit Management at Columbia University.