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Shaping the Future
Who is Long Island Elite?
Long Island Elite (LIE) is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that is dedicated to fostering the development of Long Island’s business and philanthropic communities.
Since 2002, we have focused on cultivating the growth and leadership capabilities of Long Island business professionals, while raising awareness and funds for local charities. We strive to make a difference in our own backyard by bettering the community around us.
Our Mission
Our core goal is to bring Long Island’s young business professionals together to support each other’s careers through a variety of networking, business, and community functions.
Together, we take a leadership role in helping local nonprofits raise money and gain more recognition. As a philanthropic liaison, Long Island Elite provides forums such as special events, outreach programs, and symposiums to help our partner organizations grow and thrive.
Meet Our Members
Long Island Elite members are a diverse group of professionals recognized as leaders in major business sectors. As a group, we strive to make a positive impact on our local business and philanthropic communities.
Giving Back to the Community
Since founding Long Island Elite in 2002, we have raised and donated financial support in the six-figure range to many Long Island charities. Some of the wonderful organizations we’ve supported include:
2020 Charity Partner of the Year: SIBS Place
SIBS Place (Survivorship in Brothers and Sisters) has been nominated and chosen to be the LIE’s Charity Partner for 2020. Since 2000, SIBS Place’s mission has been to provide support and services for the healthy child in a family whose parent or sibling is suffering from a devastating illness. SIBS Place is a free program serving well and healthy children ages 5-17 who are living with a sibling or parent suffering from cancer or another devastating illness. SIBS Place provides guided therapeutic peer support to help well children develop skills to cope with the traumatic and emotional impact of a loved one’s medical diagnosis and/or death. Camp, a weekly parent support group and bereavement services are also offered. Please visit SIBS Place’s website athttps://www.sibsplace.org/ to learn more about all the important and significant work they are doing.
Recent News & Events
The Long Island Elite Announces Michele Rebetti of Crestcom as its 2020 Member of the Year
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Long Island Elite (LIE) is proud to recognize Michele Rebetti of Crestcom as its 2020 Member of the Year. Rebetti was…
Long Island Elite Wins Hearts of LIBN Readers, Named 2019 Top Philanthropic Organization
Congratulations to…Us! The readers of Long Island Business News (LIBN) have voted Long Island Elite (LIE) the top philanthropic organization on Long Island. Selection for…
LIE Member Michelle Blum honored at 4th Annual Angel Awards Gala
Congratulations to Long Island Elite member Michelle Blum, founder and president of Nutrish Mish, Inc. Michelle was recognized for her charity work and as someone…
LIE Member Mark Badami honored at LIBN’s Business & Finance Awards
Congratulations to Long Island Elite member Mark A, Badami, CFP®, CLTC, Center for Wealth Preservation (Mass Mutual). Long Island Elite is proud to announce that…
Long Island Elite Raises $100,000 for its 2018 Charity Partner of the Year – ACLD
LIE’s record-setting donation will help support ACLD’s RewearAble program, providing employment opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities and special needs December 28, 2018 – Farmingdale,…
Interested in Joining LIE?
If you would like to be considered for membership, we’d love to hear from you.