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YAI’s revered CEO, Kevin Carey, passed away on June 30 after his courageous battle with cancer. He was an extraordinary person, friend, and leader whose dedication to promoting inclusivity and opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) was second to none. He remains an inspiration for everyone who had the pleasure of working with him and his legacy will live on in the essential work YAI does supporting people with I/DD every day.

Those who wish to honor Kevin’s life and leadership with a memorial donation can do so either online or by mail.

Donations can be mailed to:
YAI
Advancement & Communications
220 E 42nd St, 8^th Floor
New York, NY 10017
Please make checks payable to YAI and note "in memory of Kevin" in the memo.

Or online:

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Kevin Carey joined YAI as Director of Financial Services in 2016. He became Interim CEO in 2022 and was appointed CEO in June 2023. Prior to that, he was YAI’s Chief Financial Officer and Director of Budgeting. In addition, he was Board Chair for iHOPE, a trustee of Manhattan Star Academy, and a member of the Financial Accounting Standards Board and Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee. Prior to joining YAI, Kevin was Deputy Director of Financial Operations and Business Development for the Children’s Aid Society.

About YAI

Founded in 1957, YAI is a leader in advancing opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. Our network of affiliate agencies provides a comprehensive range of services, helping over 20,000 people with I/DD and their families in New York, New Jersey, and California to live, love, work, and learn in their communities.