The Dave St. Hill Memorial Foundation

Built on Teamwork. Fueled by Commitment. Focused on Scholarship.

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Dave's Legacy

Dave St. Hill loved his family, baseball, and the communities that shaped him. Although his life ended too soon at age 62, the values he lived by continue to inspire those who knew him.

Dave believed in the power of youth sports to teach lessons that last far beyond the field — teamwork, commitment, accountability, and giving your best to others.

The Dave St. Hill Memorial Foundation created to honor those values by recognizing students who carry them forward through baseball and softball, and who understand that character matters as much as talent.

Brooklyn, Baseball, and The Bonnies

David St. Hill was born in Barbados and raised in Brooklyn, where baseball became both his passion and foundation. A son, brother, uncle, husband, father, and friend, Dave wore many hats — but most often a baseball cap.

Dave's love for the game took shape in the Kensington section of Brooklyn as a member of The Bonnie's Youth Club, one of the country's oldest and most respected youth sports organizations. The Bonnies were about far more than baseball, believing in sports as a vehicle for building character, discipline, academic responsibility, and respect for others. The Bonnies were Dave's springboard to an outstanding baseball career at Long Island University, consideration from MLB scouts, and his "real life" pursuits in finance.

Dave was inducted into The Bonnie Hall of Fame in 1999.

Coach Dave

When Dave, Melanie, and young Natalie came back east from San Diego, they settled South Whitehall Township, PA and Dave immediately found his way back to the field. He began volunteering with the Parkland Youth Center softball and baseball program. With the "big picture" life skills he learned through baseball with The Bonnies, he began to introduce his magic as Coach Dave.

Through many years working with hundreds of young athletes, Coach Dave established himself as a pillar of the community, and a person who seemed to know everyone in the Lehigh Valley. A warm, genuine smile and friendly outlook have a way of doing that.

Carrying on
Coach Dave's
Message

Dave's life was cut short, but his mission lives on. The Dave St. Hill Memorial Foundation was created to honor his memory and ensure the lessons Dave learned and taught continue to shape future generations.

The DSH 44 Foundation was established to recognize Dave's commitment to baseball and softball, and to reward students who embrace the lessons that Coach Dave instilled — teamwork, commitment, and scholarship.

Support the DSH 44 Foundation

The DSH 44 Foundation was established to honor the memory of Dave St. Hill and carry on his legacy by recognizing hardworking students that embody the spirit of teamwork, commitment, and scholarship.

Our Goal:
Raise $20,000 to fund a $1,000 annual scholarship
in Coach Dave's name.

For the 2025/26 academic year, the DSH 44 Foundation will award its inaugural $1,000 scholarship, while continuing to build support for future recipients.

Progress toward Our Goal:
$7,375.62 raised toward our $20,000 goal.

Thank you for helping us build momentum toward a self-sustaining scholarship.

DONATE

Our Team

The DSH 44 Foundation is organized and staffed by volunteers committed to transparency and stewardship of Dave's legacy. Together, the team brings decades of experience across management, finance, marketing, and community leadership.

Board of Directors

Melanie St. Hill

President

Jack S. Lisicky, CPA

Treasurer

Rick Kloiber

Director of Operations

Director of Scholarship Administration

Natalie St. Hill serves as Director of Scholarship Administration for the DSH 44 Foundation. A 2024 graduate of Duquesne University, she is currently an Elementary Music Teacher and Choir Director at Northampton Area School District. Natalie leads the scholarship selection process, ensuring recipients reflect the values of teamwork, character, and commitment central to Coach Dave's legacy.

Natalie St. Hill

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my donation tax deductible?

Yes. The Dave St. Hill Memorial Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in good standing. Once your donation is processed, you will receive and email receipt confirming your tax-deductible contribution.

What happens with Foundation donations until they are distributed?

Donations to the Dave St. Hill Memorial Foundation are held in the Foundation's accounts until scholarships are awarded in accordance with Foundation policies and timelines.

How do I know my donation will be used?

Donations support the Dave St. Hill Scholarship, awarded to a deserving student based on established selection criteria. Scholarship funds are applied toward qualified educational expenses, such as tuition or other allowable education costs, in accordance with Foundation guidelines.

Who is the administrator of the Dave St. Hill Memorial Foundation?

The Foundation's financial administration and oversight are handled by Jack S. Lisicky, CPA, Treasurer of the DSH 44 Foundation in accordance with all applicable federal and state guidelines. His services are provided pro bono in support of the Foundation's mission.

When will the first DSH 44 Foundation Scholarship be awarded?

The DSH 44 Foundation will award its inaugural $1,000 scholarship for the 2025-26 academic year. The Foundation will continue fundraising to support future scholarships and expand its impact over time.

How are recipients of the scholarship selected?

Eligible students will be invited to apply for the scholarship during their senior year of high school. Applications are reviewed by the Foundation's Director Scholarship Administration, with recipients selected based on character, commitment, teamwork, and alignment with Coach Dave's values. Award timelines and application deadlines will be published when the application process opens.