The Clubs projects include: college scholarships for high school seniors. an antigraffiti program. support for the "Bring up Grades" program in the local elementary schools. sponsorship of the "Safe Haven" program for children who get lost or need assistance on the street. Thanksgiving turkey donations for the needy. and support of local groups such as Goliard Concerts and the Queens Autistic Childrens Society. On May 7. 1999. at its second annual dinner dance. the Kiwanis Club of Astoria/Long Island City will honor two couples who exemplify the heart and soul of the Kiwanis organization: Roseanne and Thom Alafogiannis and Theresa and Jack Brucculeri. Thom Alafogiannis was born in Greece and followed his dream by immigrating to the United States. Thirtyfive years ago he moved to Astoria. Queens. where he founded Alafogiannis Plumbing and Heating.
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