Events

January 2025 - Amherst College NYC Finance Trek

  • Closing out the Amherst annual Finance Trek with an unforgettable dinner at Aquavit. Pavel hosted a group of talented sophomore students for an evening of meaningful conversation, career insights, and exceptional Scandinavian cuisine. Cheers to the next generation of finance leaders!

  • From Wall Street meetings to a Scandinavian feast! Pavel wrapped up the Amherst Finance Trek with a special dinner at Aquavit, sharing stories, advice, and camaraderie with sophomore students eager to make their mark in the finance world. A perfect end to an inspiring journey.

December 2024- Kingsbridge Heights Community Center

  • Preparing for the future, one resume at a time!

    Arkview Capital, in partnership with Direct Impact Foundation, KHCC, and New York Cares, joined forces to empower these bright young minds in the Bronx. Their enthusiasm was truly inspiring!

  • Discovering strengths and mapping futures

    Thank you to the incredible students, ages 12-18, for sharing your dreams and goals with us. A big shoutout to Direct Impact Foundation for being a part of this impactful event.

  • When collaboration meets inspiration!

    Huge thanks to Direct Impact Foundation, KHCC, New York Cares, and everyone who made this career workshop possible. Together, we’re empowering the next generation to succeed.

August 2023 - St. Augustine High School, New Orleans

  • Pavel Chernyshov and Ron Ward, board members of the Direct Impact Foundation, visited St. Augustine High School in New Orleans to make a meaningful donation toward student scholarships. During their visit, they met with Aulston G. Taylor, the school's president, to tour the facilities and engage in a productive discussion about the school's college placement needs and strategies for empowering students to achieve their academic goals. This partnership underscores DIF’s commitment to supporting educational opportunities and fostering success for the next generation of leaders.

May 2022 - Palm Beach Day Academy

  • The foundation of Palm Beach Day Academy’s program is the education of our students in an academically challenging and compassion-rich environment that guides each child toward personal excellence of mind, body and character.

  • DIF’s annual donations allow the PBDA to advance our shared mission of educating these students in an academically challenging and compassion-rich environment that guides each child toward personal excellence of mind, body, and character.