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Filitalia Foundation
Board of Directors

The 501(c)(3) Arm of Filitalia: Preserving Heritage & Supporting Community

The Filitalia Foundation is the 501(c)(3) tax-exempt arm of Filitalia International, led by a dedicated Board of Directors and volunteers. As the only international volunteer Italian-American organization in the United States, the Foundation is committed to preserving Italian heritage, promoting the Italian language, and supporting cultural and humanitarian initiatives worldwide.

The Foundation oversees the History of Italian Immigration Museum, manages many Scholarship  funds, and organize their signature event which is the Annual Heroes Award & La Festa della RepubblicaThrough their vision and commitment, the Filitalia Foundation ensures that Filitalia continues to grow, expand chapters, and strengthen the Italian-American community across generations.

Board of Directors

1st President
Pasquale F. Nestico, M.D.

7th President, FI
Saverio P. Nestico

Member

Anthony Benedetto, M.D.

Member

Michael Bonasera

Member / 6th President, FI

Cav. Paula Bonavitacola

 

Member

Luisa Falcione

Member

Riccardo Longo

 

Member

Eugene Mattioni, Esq

 

Treasurer / 4th President, FI

Rosetta Miriello

Member

Paul Panepinto, Esq

 

Member

Domenico Pratico, M.D.

Member

Susan Thomas

Member

Nicholas Ruggiero, M.D.

Assistant Executive Directors
Nicola Pirone (Italy)
Nicholas Santangelo (USA)

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