Thomas I. Acosta

Provides investment and asset management services

Functions as a Pension/Retirement Fund

Functions as a College/University

Provides investment services

Provides educational association that serving the employee benefits and compensation industry

Aspira, Inc. of Illinois is an educational organization dedicated to empowering Latino and diverse youth through leadership development, education, and community engagement. Aspira also provides youth development programs, including the US Coast Guard JROTC, workforce readiness initiatives, and partnerships with programs like One Summer Chicago to offer employment and leadership opportunities for youth aged 14 to 24. The private company is based in IL. The American company operates a network of three high schools — Antonia Pantoja High School, Business & Finance High School, and Early College High School — offering college-preparatory curricula, bilingual programs, and opportunities to earn college credits. The schools use a student-centered, project-oriented approach to foster resilience, positive identity, and leadership skills. The organization runs the Aspira Parent Academy to educate families on adolescent development, parenting, nutrition, and financial management. Its approach integrates cultural heritage appreciation, community service, and collaboration with universities and community groups to support students’ academic success and personal growth.

United Neighborhood Houses of New York is a policy and social change organization dedicated to strengthening city communities. The non-profit company is based in New York, NY. It represents 45 to 46 neighborhood settlement houses operating over 680 to 830 sites and serves between 765,000 and 840,000 New Yorkers annually through programs such as job training, early childhood education, youth and senior services, mental health support, literacy and citizenship classes, and housing assistance. The organization advocates for supportive public policies and funding related to human services, education, aging, health, immigration, and the nonprofit sector, and engages in legislative hearings and testimonies. It supports member settlement houses by fostering community programs, offering professional development and peer learning opportunities, and facilitating civic engagement. Professional development initiatives include free, remote-access courses in leadership, community safety, organizational skills, and community engagement. The organization provides resources such as impact reports, policy briefs, newsletters, and job listings to enhance community connection and organizational effectiveness.