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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.
Gianni’s personal website (external) ↗02 / Together for a greater purpose
A shared belief can bring a community together.
Help raise awareness and support for educational opportunity by hosting a gathering for the Gianni Believes You Can mission.
Connect with us about a charitable event or a community conversation that encourages young people to believe in their future.
Host a mission event ↗ View mission events ↗03 / In his own words
Meet the voice behind the belief.
04 / A belief we can share
There are many ways to stand behind a young person’s future. Share the mission, bring your community together, or get in touch about supporting educational opportunity.
Connect with the mission ↗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 charitable gatherings, community partnerships, and ways to support the mission, get in touch.
gianni@giannibelievesyoucan.org ↗(310) 600-6205