Variety Child Learning Center to Honor First Long Island Investors, LLC at its Annual Luncheon

In recognition of its longstanding commitment to furthering its mission to promote the development, education and inclusion of children who need specialized services, Variety Child Learning Center (Variety) is pleased to announce that First Long Island Investors, LLC will be this year’s honoree at Variety’s Annual Luncheon, Touching Hearts, Changing Lives Together. The event will take place on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. We invite community members, supporters, and partners to join us in celebrating this important occasion that highlights our shared dedication to children's education and inclusion.

For more than 40 years, Jericho, NY-based First Long Island Investors, LLC, a boutique wealth management firm and multi-family office, has been a trusted advisor to clients nationwide, providing personalized, fiduciary-based financial advice to wealthy individuals, families, philanthropic organizations, and select institutions. Since its inception, giving back to the community has been an integral part of First Long Island Investors, LLC’s corporate culture. The firm believes that serving the Long Island community is not just a responsibility, but also a privilege.

Ralph F. Palleschi was a member of the Variety Board of Trustees for over 34 years, including many years as Chair and Vice Chair of the Board, concluding his service last year. Therese C. Vobis joined the Variety Board of Trustees in 2019, serving as Treasurer and then transitioning to Vice Chair. In fact, First Long Island Investors’ management team is deeply committed to philanthropy, serving on the boards of prominent nonprofit and charitable organizations.

“First Long Island Investors, LLC’s generous and longstanding support of Variety Child Learning Center has made an indelible impact not only in the lives of the children we serve, but in our expansion into Suffolk to help meet the growing need for specialized educational services in the county,” said Janet Koch, Variety’s Chief Executive Officer, who noted that Variety opened a new facility in a former elementary school in the Northport/East Northport School District in September 2025. “On behalf of the students, parents and staff at Variety, we are exceptionally grateful to First Long Island Investors, LLC for their support and pleased to recognize their caring and generosity at our Annual Luncheon.”

For tickets and sponsorship opportunities for the event, which promises an inspiring afternoon filled with celebration, community connection, and exciting raffle prizes, call 516-921-7171, extension 2185, or email development@vclc.org. Join us in making a difference and supporting children's education and inclusion.

About Variety Child Learning Center
Variety Child Learning Center (Variety) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that fosters the development, education and inclusion of children who require specialized services. Variety offers programs at four Long Island preschool-based locations, as well as in the home and community. Chartered by the New York State Board of Regents, and regulated by the State Education Department, the Department of Health, and the Office of Children and Family Services, Variety provides a comprehensive range of programs and services that meet the individual educational, therapeutic and social-emotional needs of children with and without disabilities. Programs include early intervention, and preschool and universal pre-K, with evaluations offered for supportive services/ therapies, childcare, and family support. All aspects of a child’s development—from six weeks through eight years of age—are addressed. Variety’s programs are led by compassionate and dedicated professionals, including special education teachers; social workers and psychologists; speech, physical and occupational therapists; and an experienced administrative and executive leadership team. For more information, visit www.varietyclc.org, or call 516-921-7171.