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THE BELIEF IS PERSONAL.
A word of encouragement. A door held open. A chance to become who you’re meant to be. Together, we can make possibility real for young people.
GIANNI BELIEVES YOU CAN EDUCATION. ENCOURAGEMENT. OPPORTUNITY.

The mission / Possibility for every young person
We believe a young person’s future should be shaped by their promise. Gianni Believes You Can supports students who have the will to succeed but face financial barriers, through scholarships, mentorship, and educational resources.
Help students pursue their education and take the next step toward a future they can imagine.
Encouragement and lived experience can give a young person the confidence to keep going.
Bring people together to support promising students and the resources they need to thrive.

01 / A personal belief
From his childhood experience with polio to a life in entertainment, Gianni Russo’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and possibility.
Today, he shares that experience to encourage others to overcome obstacles and pursue their dreams — with a special commitment to young people and education.
Explore Gianni’s life & career ↗02 / Good company. Greater purpose.
Good food. Extraordinary stories. A reason to come together.
Gianni brings his life story to the table through speaking engagements and charitable gatherings that raise awareness and support for educational opportunity.
Ask about speaking dates, hosting an event, or bringing Gianni’s message to your community.
Book Gianni ↗ View the appearances calendar ↗03 / In his own words
Meet the voice behind the belief.
04 / The life behind the belief

Behind the microphone
A lifetime of stories, with Gianni Russo and Jeanie Raymond.
Listen & watch ↗Be part of the next chapter
Your support helps create educational opportunity for young people with the promise and determination to succeed.
Make a difference ↗Let’s make something possible
For speaking engagements, charitable events, and ways to support the mission, get in touch.
gianni@giannibelievesyoucan.org ↗(310) 600-6205