Elevate+ Welcomes Danielle West-Augustin to Board of Trustees

June 16, 2025

Summit, NJ – Elevate+, a nonprofit dedicated to disrupting systemic inequality through paid internships and career development for underserved students, is pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle West-Augustin to its Board of Trustees.

A woman wearing a blue shirt and a pearl necklace smiles for the camera.

Danielle West-Augustin brings over two decades of experience in education leadership, with a career marked by a deep commitment to student success, equity, and innovation. As Chief Executive Officer of Queen City Academy Charter School in Plainfield, NJ, she has spearheaded academic growth initiatives, increased scholarship opportunities, and expanded access to quality secondary education for underrepresented students. Under her leadership, Queen City Academy was named a Tier I charter school by the New Jersey Department of Education.

“We are delighted to welcome Danielle to the Elevate+ Board of Trustees,” said Andrew Walker, Founder and Executive Director of Elevate+. “Danielle’s firsthand experience with education systems, her unwavering commitment to equity, and her passion for creating transformative opportunities for young people make her an invaluable addition to our team. Her insights will be vital as we grow our impact in communities across the country.”

As Elevate+ continues to expand its reach—serving students in New Jersey, Connecticut, California, Ohio, and beyond—West-Augustin’s appointment signals a deepening of the organization’s commitment to academic partnership and systems change.

"I am thrilled to join the Elevate+ Board," said West-Augustin. "As a first-generation college student, I know firsthand what it means to have to carve out a path where one doesn't already exist. I stand where I am today because of the individuals and organizations that believed in me and helped pave the way. The mission of Elevate+ resonates deeply with me because everyone deserves a shot. I’m honored to contribute to a cause that is rooted in equity and opportunity.”

Elevate+ is looking forward to further growth and impact with Danielle support of its mission to disrupt inequality through paid internships and career-building opportunities.

You can connect with Danielle on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-west-augustin-baa5bba/

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