ABOUT RAISE THE BAR
Our Team
Karly Forman
FOUNDER/ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Karly is the Founder and Executive Director of Raise the Bar, which has been proudly serving families In Camden for over three years. Her passion for this mission comes from growing up with her sister Sydney, who is nonverbal and developmentally delayed. Inspired by her parents’ endless advocacy for Sydney, but also disheartened by the challenges of navigating complex systems, Karly is committed to ensuring all families of children with disabilities receive the services and support they need.
Karly studied Organizational Studies and minored in Spanish at the University of Michigan, where she also served as Executive Director of the university chapter of Best Buddies, an organization dedicated to the inclusion of individuals with disabilities. She earned her master’s in Nonprofit Leadership at the University of Pennsylvania and completed the LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities) Fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and received a SibShop training certificate through the Sibling Support Project. Karly was also nominated and selected as a finalist for the Social Innovation Awards in both New Jersey and Philadelphia in 2022 and 2023. Prior to founding Raise the Bar, Karly worked as a Consultant at Schultz & Williams, helping nonprofits strengthen and expand their fundraising capacities to better fulfill their missions.
Sara Murphy
SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS & IMPACT
Sara is honored to serve as Raise the Bar’s Senior Director of Programs & Impact and has been part of the organization since its very beginning. Inspired by her older, autistic brother, Andrew, Sara is passionate about creating a more inclusive and accepting world for neurodivergent individuals and their families. She celebrates the strengths and value that neurodiversity brings to communities and is committed to empowering families as they navigate complex systems of support.
Sara holds a B.S. in Psychology and Disability Studies from the University of Georgia and a Master of Social Work and Master of Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania. Sara has loved growing alongside Raise the Bar and is excited to continue expanding its impact in the years ahead.
Samantha Getsinger
DIRECTOR OF RESOURCE NAVIGATION & TRAINING
Sam is grateful to join the Raise the Bar team as Director of Resource Navigation and Training. Her commitment to this work is rooted in personal experience and over a decade of walking alongside individuals and families in Camden County who are often underserved or overlooked. She is so excited to continue her work in the community she cares deeply about.
Sam attended Rowan College of Gloucester County to obtain a Certification in Community Health Work. She is also certified as a Healing-Centered Engagement Practitioner, a culturally-rooted approach to healing and well-being for young people and their adult allies. Sam holds additional certifications in advocacy, family support, and community empowerment. In February 2025, she was honored with the Anna M. Sample Award for Advocacy in Camden County.
Rayenari Chacon
FAMILY OUTREACH & OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
With over 15 years of experience working with youth and families, Rayenari (Ray)’s commitment to this work is rooted in a deep desire to create the inclusive educational spaces and community-based support networks he wished he had access to as a young person. Ray is passionate about building safe and inclusive environments where families feel truly heard, and he is excited to share his energy and perspective to empower the community.
Throughout his career, Ray has established himself as a specialist in Social and Community Development, leading strategies for NGOs to strengthen communities through participatory methodologies. He holds a Master’s degree in Public Action and Social Development. Additionally, Ray holds certifications in youth development, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and the prevention of gender-based violence. Ray is honored to join the Raise the Bar team!
Elisha Poole
YOUTH PROGRAMS MANAGER
Elisha is passionate about working with children and creating activities that are inclusive, engaging, and supportive for all abilities. With 8+ years of experience in childcare, she has served in leadership roles including Preschool Head Teacher and Preschool Curriculum Coordinator.
Elisha’s dedication to supporting children with IDD is personal, as her brother has autism and inspired her commitment to ensuring every child feels safe, included, and valued. She is excited about the opportunity to contribute to the Raise the Bar team!