About Coccia Foundation
Coccia Foundation, a 501 (c) 3, founded in 1994 by Cavaliere Joseph Coccia, Jr., and his wife Elda, establishes and supports various educational, cultural, and social events for the youth of the Italian and Italian American community, particularly those organized within institutions of higher education. The essential goal of the Foundation is not only to promote awareness of Italian and Italian American culture, history, and societal contributions, but to celebrate and preserve these areas for younger generations of Italian Americans in the United States, as well as those of other backgrounds and ethnicities who are interested in discovering all things Italian. Through the creation of scholarships, study abroad programs and cultural events, as well as through the establishment of associations and alliances among students, Coccia Foundation strives to develop and foster long-term relationships between young people and society as a whole. The Foundation’s programs aid these emerging adults as they enter society with a sense of pride in their heritage and with goals to live by, as they embark on their adult lives. Rewarding K-12 students taking Italian is one of our newest initiatives. Monetary awards will be given to participating schools based on teachers’ criteria. We hope to encourage student appreciation for Italian culture as well as entice them to learn more about the language.
Locations
Primary Office Location
23 Leswing Avenue Saddle Brook NJ 07663
(201) 712-1010
