# Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation > Her Life Still Shines ... ## Pages - [The Ripple Effect](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=207): To see more videos, visit : The Ripple Effect - [Poetry and Thoughts](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=198): By Katie DeCubellis I Open My Eyes I open my eyes and begin to see,All of the horrors there happen to be. The children on the street begging for food,What a horrible life, so terribly crude. The young and the old lying in gutters,When they ask for food, people reply with mutters. Searching the garbage for food to eat,Maybe some clothing or shoes for their feet. The sick and the sad trying to find,Someone to help them, someone who’s kind. So next time you hear their cries and their yelps,Try to be kind, try to help. I am I am […] - [Friends and Family](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=196): Katie’s Friends Speak Out “If at any time of your life you are feeling down, think of those who aren’t able to be with ustoday. Realize how lucky you are just to be here and make the most of your life.” “Everything in life counts, even the small decisions one makes.” “One bad choice could cost a life.” “Drinking and driving should never appear together, unfortunately, they do. But it is up to the people to choose to stop it.” “After being hit by a drunk-driver myself, I view life in a new and different perspective eachand everyday. I am […] - [Katie's Pages](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=194) - [Katie's Story](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=182): The Deadly Consequences of Drunk Driving - [MADD Interviews](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=180) - [KDMF Public Service Announcements](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=178) - [2017 High School PSA Contest Winners](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=175) - [2018 High School PSA Contest Winners](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=171) - [Public Service](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=155) - [Our Board of Directors](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=152): President Joel S. Chase, Esq. Vice Presidents Meg R. DeCubellisCeleste C. Corcoran, MDBeth DeSista Secretary Linda Kelly Assistant Secretary Barbara J. Pellegrino Treasurer Timothy J. Murray, CPA Assistant Treasurer Derek Amey Immediate Past President Thomas J. Regan Board of Directors Lou BrunoRyan DoyleWilliam GreeneCarl S. Levin, Esq.Sterry StraightGail M. Zienowicz Junior Directors Emmalee DeSistaRyan DoyleNatalie KimmerleinMaggie Rodgers Executive Director John E. DeCubellis, Jr., Esq. - [Contact Us](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=148): John and Meg have presented Katie’s story to thousands of people across the nation. To request a speaking engagement at your school or organization, please contact the KDMF at: Katie DeCubellis Memorial FoundationP.O. Box 3188Narragansett, RI 02882 Email Us - [Background](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=145): In October of 1999, Katie DeCubellis was a 13 year-old, eighth grade student at the Pier School in Narragansett. On October 29th, a drunk driver tragically killed Katie and Marsha Bowman. The Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation (“KDMF”) was established in Katie’s memory. Katie was a student athlete who excelled in both school and life. Even at such a tender age, Katie had already developed a passion for helping others and performing community service. The KDMF continues her legacy by promoting youth leadership, supporting education, and generating public awareness of the dangers of drunk driving and substance abuse. In pursuit of […] - [About Us](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=137) - [](https://kdmf.org/): 2026 Scholarships The 2026 scholarship period is now OPEN. Applications are due no later than April 3, 2026. See “Scholarships” page for applications. KDMF In The News - [Scholarships](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=54): The Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation is a local non-profit organization established in memory of Katie DeCubellis, a 13-year old Narragansett student killed by a drunk driver on October 29, 1999. The KDMF seeks to help others and to make our community a better place in which to live. In so doing, the KDMF annually provides a variety of scholarships to high school seniors about to further their education in a technical program or in a two or four-year college program. To apply, complete the attached application and return to your high school guidance office. Please click on the links below […] - [Donate](https://kdmf.org/?page_id=13): Your generous donations support scholarships and public service events to inform the public about the dangers of alcohol and substance abuse. Thank-you for support. [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)