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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.

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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.

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7th President, FI
Saverio P. Nestico
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Member

Anthony Benedetto, M.D.

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Member

Michael Bonasera

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Member / 6th President, FI

Cav. Paula Bonavitacola

 

Member

Luisa Falcione

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Member

Riccardo Longo

 

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Eugene Mattioni, Esq​

 

Treasurer / 4th President, FI

Rosetta Miriello

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Member

Paul Panepinto, Esq

 

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Domenico Pratico, M.D.

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Member

Susan Thomas

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Member

Nicholas Ruggiero, M.D.

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

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