Lynn Verrilli
President
Lynn Verrilli is the President of A Gift of Life, The Heart and Lung Transplant Support Group, Inc. Lynn’s father, Nick Dolyak received a heart transplant on September 13, 1991, at New York Presbyterian. Since then Nick’s family has participated in many events to raise money for financial assistance to help patients in waiting and recipients of transplants who are in need.
Lynn is the founder of Advanced College Funding Solutions and Affinity Financial Solutions, LLC. She is a Registered Investment Advisor and a Certified College Funding Advisor. Lynn has a son Marcus and resides in Monroe, CT with her husband, Mark.
Toni Costa
Treasurer
Toni Costa serves as the Treasurer of The Gift of Life, the Heart and Lung Transplant Support Group, Inc. A licensed cosmetologist and board-certified master hair colorist, Toni also shares her talents as a professional singer. Her connection to the transplant community is deeply personal—her father received a life-saving heart transplant at New York Presbyterian Hospital.
Through her work, Toni has met many individuals who have been granted a second chance at life through the gift of organ donation. These powerful encounters, combined with her family’s own experience, have made The Gift of Life a cause that is profoundly close to her heart.
Toni Lisi
Secretary
Toni Lisi is the Secretary of A Gift of Life, The Heart and Lung Transplant Support Group, Inc. Toni is a Procurement Leader at Rexel USA. Toni is committed to making a meaningful impact through community service. Whether volunteering with local nonprofit organizations or participating in community initiatives, Toni consistently demonstrates compassion, leadership, and a strong sense of civic responsibility.
She enjoys spending quality time outdoors, exploring nature, and cherishing moments with her beautiful daughter, friends, and family. An animal lover at heart, she finds joy in connecting with the world around her, both in her professional and personal life. Toni resides in Shelton, CT with her dog, Kallie and her 4 cats.
Board of Directors
Lynn Verrilli
Toni Costa
Mike Reilly
Paul Witte
Toni Lisi