Coed, independent, PK3-12th grade school in St. Petersburg, Florida.
727-522-2111

A Giving Community

At Shorecrest we are building a legacy of inclusive, innovative and transformational education.

Since 1923, our graduates have taken the lessons they learned at Shorecrest to effect change in their communities -- locally and globally.
Support for Shorecrest comes from the Shorecrest Fund, capital giving, endowed giving and legacy giving. 
Understanding the urgency and necessity to support an extraordinary education, parents, alumni, and friends lead the charge in laying a foundation of success for our students of today and tomorrow.

Read our giving priorities and FAQs.

Thankfully, we don't do it alone.

Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. 

501c(3) Status

Shorecrest Preparatory School is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation as defined by the IRS, which means that all gifts to Shorecrest are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Visit the IRS website for more information.

Advancement Committee Volunteers

Natalie Gebicke, Advancement Committee Chair
Jennifer Alesia
Helen Barrott
Adam Befeler
Darla Browning-Hutton
Meredith Wollowick Cooper ‘96
Kara Earle ‘05
Saran Ganesh
Jeff Freedman
Andrea Haddock
Court James ‘92
Lindsey Lamb
Vicki Mazur
Sasha Muzzarelli
Nikki Pagano
Jason Palmer
Jenine Rabin
Beth Vivio, Board Chair

Staff:
Nancy Spencer, Head of School
Michael Gillis, Director of Advancement
Laina Coburn, Assoc. Director of Shorecrest Fund & Giving Programs

Meet the Advancement Office Team

List of 4 members.

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    Michael Gillis 

    Director of Advancement
    727-456-7514
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    Laina Bennett Coburn 

    Associate Director of Advancement for Shorecrest Fund & Giving Programs
    727-522-2111 x 178
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    Olivia Segalman 

    Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement & Events
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  • Photo of Clark Sukaratana

    Clark Sukaratana 

    Stewardship Specialist – Donor & Information Services
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  • Contributing Chargers: Jennifer Alesia

    by: Olivia Segalman, Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
    This week we recognize Jennifer Alesia as a Contributing Charger. Since joining the community in 2018, Jennifer and her son Nick ‘30 have become active members of the Shorecrest Community. This year Jennifer joined the Advancement Committee and participated in each of our three Giving Days as a volunteer.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Mathews Family

    by: Olivia Segalman, Associate Director of Advancement for Community Engagement and Events
    This week we recognize the Mathews family as Contributing Chargers. Since joining the community in 2012, they have supported Shorecrest through their time, talent and financial support. Throughout the time that Kobi ‘16, Ella ‘28 and Jack ‘31 have been at Shorecrest, Leslie Mathews has shared her talents as a professional photographer and at many events, and also dedicated her time with SCA in support of Teacher Appreciation and Shorecrest Cares.
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  • Contributing Chargers: The Craig Family

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations
    Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we recognize Kim and Hutch Craig '89 as Contributing Chargers.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Lamb Family

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations
    Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we recognize Lindsey and Patrick Lamb as Contributing Chargers. Lindsey and Patrick are current parents of Bennett ’29, Nolan ‘31 and Sawyer ‘34. 
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  • Contributing Chargers: Casano Family

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations
    This week the Shorecrest Advancement Office would like to recognize Ashley and Frank Casano as Contributing Chargers. "Beyond a robust and well-rounded education for our son, Frankie, Shorecrest provides our family with a community of friendship and support both on and off campus. The relationships developed with other members of the Shorecrest community are the backbone of our life here in St. Pete."
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  • Contributing Chargers: Watson Grandparents

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations
    This week the Shorecrest Advancement Office would like to recognize the grandparents of Ethan Bekurs ‘24, Karen and Bill Watson, as Contributing Chargers. As grandparents, Karen and Bill connect with the Shorecrest community all the way from Baton Rouge, LA, through their generosity to the Shorecrest Fund. With their donation this year, they included this note.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Haddock Family

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations
    This week we would like to recognize Andrea and Tim Haddock, parents of John ’24 and Sam ’25. After joining the community in 2020, the Haddock family has supported Shorecrest philanthropically and through their time and talents.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Muzzarelli Family

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations
    Shorecrest’s Mission is augmented by the generosity of our parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends who support the school philanthropically or by effecting change locally, globally or right here at Shorecrest. We call these community members Contributing Chargers. This week we would like to recognize Daniel and Sasha Muzzarelli, parents of Diana '27, Leonardo '30 and Lila '33.
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  • Contributing Chargers: The Peck Family

    by: Stacy Alexander, Director of Alumni and Community Engagement
    Since joining the community in 2002, Lisa Peck - Upper School science teacher, alumni parent and Shorecrest grandparent - has created a lasting legacy at Shorecrest. In 2016, Mrs. Peck and her husband John were instrumental in establishing Medical Sciences as a signature Upper School program at Shorecrest. In honor of the Peck family's dedication to the program, The Center for Medical Sciences has been renamed the Peck Center for Medical Sciences.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Dr. Jean Spencer-Carnes

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    This week’s Contributing Charger is Dr. Jean Spencer-Carnes, Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management. Since 1995, Jean has supported Shorecrest philanthropically and with her time and talent. We asked her to reveal a little about herself and why Shorecrest is important to her.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Mandy Rutledge

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    One of Shorecrest's greatest assets is our Community, specifically our behind-the-scenes volunteers. We asked long time community member and SCA Board member, Mandy Rutledge, to share what it means to be a part of the Shorecrest Community.
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  • Contributing Charger: Natalie Peck Spada ’96

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    One of Shorecrest's greatest assets is our Community, specifically our behind-the-scenes volunteers. We asked long time community member and this year’s SCA co-Secretary, Natalie Peck Spada ’96, to share what it means to be a part of the Shorecrest Community.
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  • Contributing Charger: Dan Prasatthong '84

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    This week’s Contributing Charger is Dr. Dan Prasatthong '84, an alumnus, a parent of alumna Senna Prasatthong-osoth ‘19, and a long-time supporter of the visual and performing arts at Shorecrest. His dental practice, Levitt and Prasatthong, DDS, PA, is once again our annual Premiere Visual and Performing Arts Sponsor and this week’s Giving Day Sponsor.
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  • Contributing Chargers: The Root Family

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    This week’s Contributing Chargers are Dr. Allen Root, husband to former chair of the Arts and Humanities Department Janet Root H'16, and their family - Jennifer '81, Michael '85, and Jonathan. The Roots continue to support the foundation of success that Janet created during her 40 year span of volunteerism at Shorecrest.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Katy Deegan

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    This week’s Contributing Charger is Katy Deegan, Shorecrest’s Lower School Technology Coordinator and long time supporter of the Shorecrest Fund. In her ten years at Shorecrest, Ms. Deegan has helped transform technology usage throughout the school. This year Ms. Deegan has been instrumental in the transition to Flexible Learning and expanding our Apple One-To-One programs to start in second grade.
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  • Contributing Chargers: St. Pete Skin & Laser

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    This week’s Contributing Charger is also this year’s 1923 Community Sponsor, St. Petersburg Skin & Laser. As a Tampa Bay Area native and Shorecrest alumna, Dr. Kat Kesty ‘06 and her husband, Will Taylor, are excited by the opportunity to partner with Shorecrest.
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  • Introducing the Doris and Donna Friendship Fund

    by: Stacy Alexander, Director of Alumni and Community Engagement
    Shorecrest is proud to announce the creation of the Doris and Donna Friendship Fund, supporting the opportunity for a full, four-year scholarship for a deserving student.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Terry Martorana and John Procaccino

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    This week’s Contributing Chargers are Terry Martorana, John Procaccino and Lucille ‘28 — a new Middle School family that is having a great experience! They wanted to support the school that has brought so much joy into their lives and honor the hard work of Lucille’s teachers. For the holiday season their family chose to donate 15 gifts, one to thank each of Lucille’s teachers for making their first year at Shorecrest so special. 
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  • Contributing Chargers: Diana and Marshall Craig

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    Diana and Marshall Craig have been deeply involved in the Shorecrest community since 1977. Marshall served two terms on the Board of Trustees and Diana was Director of Admissions from 1989 - 2010. Now as parents of alumni and current grandparents, the Craigs are still very involved in the community through volunteering their time and supporting the school philanthropically.
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  • Contributing Chargers: Nick Banko

    by: Olivia Segalman, Director of Donor Relations and Advancement Services
    Shorecrest parent Nick Banko has been a member of the Shorecrest community for 16 years. His son Kole graduated in 2018 and younger son Jett is in the Class of 2021. Jett, a Shorecrest Chargers Athlete, has learned many lessons through athletics that he will carry into college and throughout his life. As a parent, Nick has seen that first hand.
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5101 First Street Northeast
St Petersburg, FL 33703
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Shorecrest Preparatory School is a private, non-sectarian, coeducational, college preparatory day school for students preschool through high school, located in St. Petersburg, Florida.