Quincy College Foundation

Quincy College Foundation Members

2025-2026

Paul Barbadoro, President

Paul Barbadoro is a founding partner and the Managing Director of Baker, Braverman & Barbadoro, P. C. For over 35 years, Paul has represented clients in litigation and election law.

Paul heads the firm’s litigation department which includes commercial litigation, real estate, personal injury, and probate litigation. He routinely represents clients in District and Superior Court, Land Court, Probate Court and before administration agencies such as the Appellate Tax Board and the Housing Appeals Committee. Paul also heads the Election Law practice at the firm, which assists candidates and committees in all phases of election law, including recounts, campaign finance regulations and voter registration issues.

A Braintree resident, Paul has lectured in the areas of civil procedure and trial advocacy at several law schools. He previously served as the Chairperson for the Board of Governors of Quincy College, and has also acted as an adjunct professor instructing on litigation and civil procedure.

Michael Bellotti, Vice President

Michael brings a wealth of experience from his diverse career in public service. He is currently serving in his first term as the treasurer of Norfolk County and previously served for nearly 20 years as Norfolk County sheriff. Under his tenure as sheriff, his office was one of 15 agencies nationwide to be recognized and chosen by the U.S. Justice Department for a major grant to further develop the inmate re-entry program his office created. The community programs he developed have been hailed by educators, parents and local police for their positive impact on Norfolk County youth and senior citizens.

Michael is the former interim president of Quincy College and a former member of the College’s Board of Governors. He served six years as a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and has been the recipient of numerous awards for his leadership and dedication to the community.

Michael is a graduate of New England School of Law and Boston College. He lives in Quincy with his wife and has three grown children.

Dorothy (Dolly) Di Pesa*, Treasurer

Dolly Di Pesa, CPA, is a prominent leader in public accounting with over 40 years of experience in the Boston area. Dolly is the former managing partner of Di Pesa and Company CPA’s, a firm with over 100 years of history in the Boston area.

Currently, Dolly is a partner at Nash CPA’s, in Norwood, MA. This firm was established over 35 years ago and serves many industries providing audit, tax, and management advisory services.  Dolly joined the firm July 1, 2024.

Dolly is known for her progressive leadership and unwavering commitment to professionalism, overseeing auditing and tax engagements across sectors such as construction, insurance, not-for-profit, and governmental organizations, as well as family-owned businesses.

A strong advocate for women-led businesses, Dolly is also deeply involved in the non-profit sector. She holds a Master’s degree in accountancy from Bentley College and an AB in Special Education from Boston College. Combining her educational background with a dedication to community service, Dolly actively participates in numerous non-profit organizations, embodying the firm’s core values of integrity and community involvement. She is the post president of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Quincy.

Currently, Dolly serves as a Director of First Financial Trust. She also chairs a fundraising committee for Friends of Thai Daughters, an organization that provides education, safe shelter, and emotional support for girls in Northeast Thailand who are at risk for human trafficking. In addition, she has been a member of Quincy College’s Board of Governors since 2021. Ms. Di Pesa currently lives in Quincy, MA and is the mother of John and Anthony Arcanti.

Mark Brewster

From a young age, Mark’s commitment and passion for serving the community through emergency medical services have only grown stronger with each passing year. His journey began with humbling tasks of sweeping garage floors and washing trucks. Mark made it a priority to immerse himself in every aspect of the business, thus gaining a comprehensive understanding of the industry.

Over the years, Mark’s tireless efforts have not only transformed his passion into a successful career but have also solidified the Brewster family’s legacy within the EMS community. Under Mark’s leadership, Brewster Ambulance Service has become synonymous with excellence, respect, and commitment to providing unparalleled care to the communities they serve.

Mark’s strategic vision has propelled Brewster Ambulance Service to the forefront of EMS initiatives, pioneering advancements in response times, clinical practices, technology, and field operations. With a fleet of over 300 vehicles, Brewster successfully executes more than 280,000 transports annually across three states.

Mark’s lifelong dedication to the ambulance service is truly commendable, and he remains committed to facing challenges head-on and exploring innovative approaches to enhance patient care.

Sean Galvin*

A fifth-generation Quincy resident, Sean Galvin has worked in real estate, construction, development, and property management for more than 30 years as Partner and CFO of The Galvin Companies. Focusing on Quincy, Galvin Company has constructed hundreds of thousands of square feet of residential and commercial buildings throughout the city. Galvin Company has been a lead stakeholder in development of Quincy’s urban renewal districts and has constructed and/or provided over $2 million towards affordable housing in the city. The company is also active in the hospitality industry, owning and operating hotel, restaurant, and function facilities.

Governor Galvin was a founding member and past Chairman of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of Quincy 2000 economic development corporation, and a Rotary Club Paul Harris Fellow. He has served as a Board member of the Woodward School, a member of the Quincy Affordable Housing Trust and as past President of the Neighborhood Club of Quincy. In addition, he has been a member of Quincy College’s Board of Governors since 2022.

Mr. Galvin earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Stonehill College, attended Wentworth Institute of Technology, and holds an Unrestricted Massachusetts Construction Supervisors License.

Kenneth K. Quigley, Jr.

Ken Quigley serves as the President Emeritus of Curry College, where he was president from 1996 to 2023. Previously, he served as the board chair of the South Shore Chamber of Commerce, the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Massachusetts, and a number of other boards.

Currently, he is a member of the Board of Directors of the South Shore Health and Hospital System, the NYSE-listed UMH properties, Hometown Financial Group/Abington Bank and the New England Council, among others. He is an honorary director of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

Ken is a graduate of the Boston College School of Management and Villanova University School of Law. He holds an honorary degree from Quincy College and has been awarded the Boston College Alumni Achievement Award for Excellence in Education.

Peter Thompson, Clerk

Kara Bobrov

Steven Dooner, Faculty Representative

*Board of Governor’s representative

Ways to Give

Did you know that almost half of first-year students at Quincy College receive some form of financial assistance? Paying for their education can be an impediment to the pursuit of a college degree. Scholarships help students bridge that gap. Your gift to the Quincy College Foundation will help ensure deserving students have access to a Quincy College education.

If you would like to help shape the future of Quincy College students, we are ready to work with you to find the giving opportunity that best aligns with your values and interests. There are many ways to give, including:

By Check

Make your tax-exempt donation payable to the Quincy College Foundation and mail to 1250 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02169.

By Credit/Debit Card

Click here to make a one-time or recurring gift.

By Phone

We are always happy to discuss gifts to the Foundation with you. To discuss options or have someone take your credit or debit card gift over the phone, please call (617) 984-1773.

Scholarships

Establishing a named annual and/or endowed scholarship in honor or memory of a loved one is a lasting way to demonstrate support for our students. Scholarships can be designated for students in specific academic areas (e.g. nursing) or for the Foundation’s general scholarship fund.

Matching Gifts

Consider doubling or even tripling the value of your gift at no additional cost to you. Many companies give generously to educational institutions by matching their employees’ and even their employees’ spouses’ charitable contributions. Please contact your Human Resources Department to determine if your company offers a matching gift program.

Gifts of Stocks and Other Assets

You may be able to transfer stock or mutual fund holdings to the Quincy College Foundation while securing significant tax benefits for yourself and your family. Retirement funds and real estate can also be transformed into important philanthropic support for our students through the Quincy College Foundation.

Planned Giving

You can make a charitable gift now or after your lifetime based on assets in your estate. Such a gift can provide the Quincy College Foundation with significant future support for students while preserving the financial flexibility you need to care for yourself and your loved ones.

Giving by Donor-Advised Fund

By establishing a charitable account in exchange for an immediate tax deduction, donors can then choose The Quincy College Foundation to receive grants from the funds. DAF Direct enables you to recommend grants to Quincy College from Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, and BNY Mellon, to get started click here.

Corporate Giving

Quincy College is grateful for the support of our corporate sponsors. Our students are invested in our region — and our region is equally invested in Quincy College students. Corporate partners can expand the breadth and depth of our scholarship program or provide seed money for creative new initiatives.

We are honored to offer special levels of recognition to those who make a major gift to the Quincy College Foundation.

Questions

Kara Bobrov, Director of Institutional Advancement
[email protected]  |  (617) 984-1773

Thank You to Our Donors

Thank you to the individuals and private businesses who have donated to the Quincy College Foundation.

As a college community, the faculty and staff are dedicated to offering our students a high quality and affordable education, one that will ensure success in the workplace and provide the foundation needed to continue their education.

Your gift allows us to achieve our goals and for that we are grateful.

Thank you again from the entire Quincy College community.

 Donor List

Please note: recognized donors made contributions in the Fiscal Year 2018 – 19, July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019. We appreciate and thank each and every donation made to the Quincy College Foundation in support of Quincy College and its students. If we have inadvertently made an error or failed to list your name, please contact Jennifer Luddy at [email protected].