United Way of Long island recently elected Westbury resident Michael Patrick Caplice to its Board of Directors. As the Long Island Regional Director for New York State Comptroller, Michael works daily with local government officials to advocate for and resolve constituent issues including making sure they have access to their retirement pensions, recovering unclaimed funds, and helping to protect taxpayer dollars from fraud and abuse. Previous to his work at the Comptroller’s office, he worked for the County of Suffolk, the NYS Assembly, and the U.S. House of Representatives.
"Whether it's helping veterans, making sure low-income and at risk children get a chance to succeed, or making sure that individuals and families have their basic needs met, I believe United Way of Long Island sets the standard for making a difference in our community,” emphasized Michael. He added, “I'm grateful for the opportunity to join its Board of Directors, and I look forward to doing everything I can to assist the organization’s efforts to help all the people who are struggling in these especially challenging times.”
“Michael has a dedication for improving the lives of Long Islanders and will contribute to our mission of helping families become financially stable and independent,” remarked Theresa A. Regnante, President and CEO of United Way of Long Island.
Michael received his Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Adelphi University as a Presidential Scholar (full academic scholarship) and graduating Magna Cum Laude. He also received the Thomas S. Knight Memorial Award for Philosophy and is a recipient of the 2020 Executive Circle Award from the Long Island Business News.
About United Way of Long Island
United Way of Long Island advances the common good, creating opportunities for a better life for all by focusing on three key building blocks; health, education and financial stability. It is our priority to create equity across Long Island by investing in partnerships; helping the most vulnerable and at risk through organizations and programs that demonstrate raising the bar for fairness and equal access to services. Our organization provides a united solution and impact, fighting for families across Long Island.
We recruit people and organizations that bring the passion, expertise and resources needed to get things done. LIVE UNITED® is a call to action for everyone to become a part of the change. United Way of Long Island is an independent locally-operated 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, led and governed by an independent Board of Directors.