I only just learned of this: If you’ve had any dealings with Princeton University Concerts, you probably have had some interaction with Darya Koltunyuk – more familiarly known as Dasha. Dasha is the organization’s outreach manager. I’ve been getting press releases from and corresponding with her, in connection with newspaper and radio projects, since at least 2014.
On August 7, Dasha’s mother was swimming off Rockaway Beach, when she was attacked by a shark! Her mother has been in and out of surgery since, with a long road to recovery ahead of her. Dasha and her husband, Greg Kallor, both musicians and Princeton residents, have set up a fundraising page to help address spiraling medical costs. Please don’t hate sharks, but please do consider donating!