Our Story
Founded in 2018 by former photojournalist Jarret Schecter, TEEEM was born out of his firsthand experiences documenting poverty, inequality, and other global challenges.
Witnessing these issues up close inspired him to create a way for students to engage meaningfully with the world beyond their classrooms.
“As the world becomes smaller, it becomes increasingly more vulnerable. And while 30% of the population is youth, 100% are the future. It only makes sense to give today’s students — tomorrow’s global decision-makers — an opportunity to help manage resources with an unprecedented return on social investment.”
Jarret Schecter
OUR Mission
To partner schools with underserved communities worldwide, while equipping the next generation with the skills and mindset to drive meaningful change — one project at a time.
Our Vision
We envision a future where the youth connect the feeling of empathy, with the thought of equality, and the act of social entrepreneurship to create a better,
kinder world.
OUR IMPACT
Our TEEEM Sites
The TEEEM Team
Who We Are
Founder + President
Executive Vice President
Michelle Della Fortuna
VP of finance & strategy
Lauren Maitland
vp of development
Ali Kuemmer
director of School programs
Ted Opderbeck
Director of social impact
Heather M. Ferris
director of operations
Jessica Leibe
marketing manager
Dariela Suazo
executive assistant
Tom DeMaio
special projects manager
Mara Begley
pr manager
teeem enthusiast
VP of snacks & chaos
director Of snuggles
Director of playtime
Board of Directors
Jarret Schecter – Chairman
Larry Leaf – Treasurer
Grace Bertone – Director
Dr. Tom Gorman – Advisor
Educator Advisory Board
Tom DeMaio
Dr. Tom Gorman
Joe Occhino
Curious about our programs? Ready to get involved?
Let’s make meaningful change together.
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