The People Behind

the Mission

Who We Are

The Life Center’s mission is carried forward by a dedicated community of staff, board members, and volunteers who bring compassion, expertise, and integrity to every aspect of our work. Together, they provide leadership, guidance, and hands-on support to ensure that every individual we serve is met with dignity, care, and respect.

From strategic oversight and governance to daily client services and outreach, our team is united by a shared commitment to life, service, and hope. Their collective efforts make it possible for The Life Center to operate with excellence, accountability, and lasting impact throughout Long Island and surrounding communities.

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Our staff members are the frontline of The Life Center’s mission, providing compassionate, professional care every day. Their expertise, dedication, and commitment to excellence ensure that every person we serve is met with respect, confidentiality, and life‑affirming support.

Staff Leadership

Gloria Schreiber

Gloria serves as CEO of the Life Center of Long Island, guiding four Women First Pregnancy Options centers that provide free services and material aid to hundreds of families each month. With over 30 years in corporate leadership and more than thirteen years directing the Life Center, she has strengthened operations, expanded community impact, and advanced the mission to protect human life.

Chief Executive Officer

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Marina Piccolo

Marina began at the Life Center in 2008 as a volunteer grant writer, helping secure a $3 million federal grant for the Teen Freedom program. With 30+ years of accounting and finance experience, including leadership roles in Fortune 500 and 1000 companies, she brings expertise in analysis, budgeting, and risk assessment. Her focus on reporting & process optimization strengthens financial systems and supports long‑term stability.

Finance Manager

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Mission Advancement Director

Michael Maglione

Michael brings nearly 20 years of fundraising and development experience, joining the Life Center in November 2025. He excels in cultivating donor relationships and engaging community partners through mission‑driven storytelling. Grounded in his faith and passion for this ministry, he works to strengthen resources and build a generous community that expands long‑term impact.

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Lorraine Gariboldi

Lorraine provides compassionate leadership, trauma‑informed guidance, and a steadfast commitment to emotional and spiritual healing. With extensive experience supporting individuals through grief, restoration, and recovery, Lorraine is known for creating safe, empathetic spaces that foster hope and resilience. Her work reflects a deep dedication to helping others navigate loss with dignity, understanding, and renewed strength.

Director of Post-Abortion & Pregnancy Loss Ministry

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Lauren Phillips

Lauren has served at the Life Center for eight years, bringing an optimistic, hopeful approach to her role as Director of Client Services. She oversees programs that ensure compassionate, responsive support tailored to each individual’s needs. Committed to dignity‑centered care, she fosters trusting relationships and equips clients with the guidance and resources needed to move forward with confidence and stability.

Director of Client Services

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Baby Bottle Campaign Coordinator

Regina Lawler

Regina has served the Life Center for two and a half years, coordinating the Baby Bottle Campaign with dedication, organization, and a heart for service. She brings strong experience in outreach and parish engagement, building warm relationships with churches, schools, and community partners. Regina loves connecting with clients and supporters and is inspired by the impact their generosity creates.

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Mary Regina Bebber

Mary Regina joined the Life Center in 2021 and serves as Director of Client Services in Smithtown. With 13 years of direct client care experience, she oversees the full scope of client services, ensuring programs are responsive, compassionate, and aligned with each individual’s needs. She is committed to dignity‑centered care, creating environments where every client feels supported and empowered to move forward with confidence and stability.

Client Services Director at Smithtown

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Veronica Reyes

Veronica has served at the Life Center for 13 years, bringing extensive client services and program leadership experience to her role as Director of Client Services. She oversees the full scope of client care, ensuring programs are compassionate, responsive, and aligned with each individual’s needs. Committed to dignity‑centered service, she supports clients with the guidance and encouragement to move forward with confidence and hope.

Client Services Director at Hempstead

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Board of Directors

The Board of Directors provides strategic leadership, governance, and fiduciary oversight to ensure The Life Center remains strong, accountable, and mission-focused.

Their stewardship and vision help guide the organization’s long-term sustainability and impact across Long Island.

Paul Hodermarsky, Chairman

Charles Sorrese, Vice President

Fr. Liam McDonald, Chaplain

Dr. Jim Dolan

Lorraine Gariboldi

W. Matthew Groh, Esq.

Frederick Peritore

Carleen Russell

Lou Simonetti, Jr., Esq.

Deacon Michael Whitcomb

Officers

Marina Piccolo, Treasurer

Gira Freiberg, Secretary

Dr. Robert Scanlon, Medical Advisor

Msgr. James P. Lisante, Spiritual Advisor

Advisors

Jim Jenkins, Marketing Consultant

Spiritual Leaders

Monsignor James P. Lisante

Spiritual Advisor
Our Lady Lourdes, Massapequa Park, NY

Father Liam McDonald

Chaplain
St. Therese of Lisieux, Montauk, NY

Key People at Our Centers

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    Massapequa


    Lauren Phillips, Director of Client Services

    Regina Lawler, Baby Bottle Campaign Coordinator

    Meg Malley, Consultant

    Lidia Zappa, Finance Consultant

    Michael Lawler, Facilities

    Charles Volpe, Facilities

    Robert Wasson, Facilities

    (516) 798-8746 | Email

  • A storefront with a sign advertising women's pregnancy services, including free pregnancy test kits. The entrance has glass doors and the building number 474 is displayed above the door. There is a sidewalk, green grass, and a shrub in front of the store.

    Hempstead

    Veronica Reyes, Director of Client Services

    Juana Hernandez, Bilingual Consultant

    Griseli Aracena-Ortiz, Bilingual Consultant

    (516) 408-6301 | Email

  • A two-story house with light blue siding, a gray shingle roof, and brick accents on the facade. There is a front porch with stairs leading up to a white door, and a sign in the yard that reads "Women First Pregnancy Options." The house is surrounded by green bushes, colorful flowers, and tall trees with blue sky and scattered clouds above.

    Deer Park

    Victoria Guerra, Acting Director of Client Services

    (631) 243-2373 | Email

  • A brick building with four dormer windows in its dark roof. There is landscaping with flowers and bushes in front of the building, and a blue sign that reads "Women First" is visible near the sidewalk.

    Smithtown

    Mary Bebber, Director of Client Services

    Linda Boggio, Bilingual Consultant

    Stefanne Borjas Lazo de Rios, Bilingual Consultant


    (631) 656-0442| Email

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A Milestone Moment:
Volunteers Are The Heart
of Our Mission

More than 100 dedicated volunteers generously give their time and talents to advance the mission of The Life Center. From mentoring clients and answering calls to preparing baby items and supporting daily operations, our volunteers extend the reach of every donated dollar. Their service allows us to maximize resources, operate efficiently, and provide compassionate, life-affirming care to those we serve.

Our impact would not be possible without this extraordinary community of volunteers and supporters.