“If you are one of those who have ways of helping people, it behooves you to do so, in my opinion.”

—Thomas Elmezzi

The Thomas and Jeanne Elmezzi Private Foundation is guided by the core proposition of the American Dream – that anyone, given the right tools and support, can live up to their potential and succeed. It is a legacy established by Thomas and Jeanne Elmezzi that honors their vision of providing opportunities in workforce development, educational attainment, and medical research, with an emphasis on individuals and families in the Long Island City/Astoria area.

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    ACE: Empowering and connecting New Yorkers to a lifetime support network that helps them achieve their goals and establish economic independence

  • African American attorney standing behind desk in courtroom

    Legal Outreach: Motivating young people through a law-based curriculum to achieve their personal, academic and professional goals