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THE NATIONAL ITALIAN AMERICAN FOUNDATION
EVENTI
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Philadelphia Testimonial Dinner
June 25th
 
Philadelphia, Pa.
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Gala di Milano
May 26th
 
Milan, Italy
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NIAF 51st Anniversary Gala
October 17th
 
Washington, D.C.
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SALA STAMPA
NIAF News
 
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NIAF Celebrates Italian American Excellence at 2026 New York Gala
 
NIAF brought together more than 700 guests from the United States and Italy on Thursday, April 23, 2026, for its annual New York Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street. The evening also marked a historic cinematic moment: the exclusive world premiere promo for The First Dollar, an upcoming RAI Cinema biopic directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Giuseppe Tornatore, telling the story of Amadeo Peter Giannini — one of the most consequential Italians in American history.
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NIAF and Polish American Congress Sign Memorandum of Understanding
 
NIAF and the Polish American Congress (PAC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), formalizing cooperation between two of the most historic European American ethnic organizations in the United States.
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Learn Italian with Societa’ Dante Alighieri
 
NIAF's next beginner Italian class with the Società Dante Alighieri starts May 11th. Designed especially for our audience, these courses welcome beginners and those looking to strengthen their conversational skills. Spots are limited — register today at NIAF.org before the class fills up!
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Business and Political Tour in Italy for Young Adults
 
Are you an Italian American and Italophile professional between the ages of 25-40? Then apply for the 2026 NIAF DiLella Fellows Program--an all-expenses paid strategic business and political tour in Italy for young.
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NIAF in the News
 
 
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il Sole 24 Ore: Calvelli "La vera forza del rapporto tra Italia e Usa è nei legami tra persone"
 
 
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Deadline: Rai Cinema Presents Giuseppe Tornatore’s Bank Of America Founder Project ‘The First Dollar’ At NIAF Gala
 
 
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RAI News: Tornatore racconta il banchiere della ricostruzione
 
 
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RAI Cinema: Presentato THE FIRST DOLLAR (IL PRIMO DOLLARO) di Giuseppe Tornatore al NIAF di New York
 
 
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Il Sole 24 Ore: Stati Uniti, Peronaci "Dalla Niaf una solidarietà viva all'Italia"
 
 
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ANSA: Lombardia a New York per promuovere le eccellenze del territorio
 
 
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ItalPress: NIAF e Polish American Congress firmano un protocollo d’intesa
 
 
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AISE: Italiani e polacchi d’America: intesa tra NIAF e Polish American Congress
 
 
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AMICI
Sponsor Spotlight
 
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Realmuto Hospitality Group
 
NIAF small business member Realmuto Hospitality Group is the evolution of Francesco Realmuto’s journey, who after founding several successful brands has focused his attention on two distinctive names: Realmuto and Ficuzza. These complementary brands represent the art of fine Italian pastry and Sicilian culinary tradition, blending artisanal quality with innovation.

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COMUNITA'
Italian American Happenings & Resources
 
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Italian American Events in Naples, Fla.
 
Upcoming events: Apr. 1: Certified Financial Planner with Dustin Rinaldi; Apr. 7: Bocce Special Olympics Awards Dinner; Apr. 9: NIAF Italian Cinema Night at Paragon Pavilion; Apr. 11: Ludy and his Lady, Dinner and Live Music; Apr. 20: NIAF Italian Cinema Night at D'Annunzio Hall; Apr. 25: 70s/80s Disco Night with DJ Collins; May 2: Kentucky Derby Party with Sonic Solutions DJ; May 7: NIAF Italian Cinema Night at Paragon Pavilion; May 18: NIAF Italian Cinema Night at D'Annunzio Hall; May 25: Memorial Day Picnic.
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Italian Mass in Costa Mesa, Calif.
 
May 3: The 6:30 p.m. Mass will be celebrated in Italian by Father Brendan. The church is located at 1015 Baker Street in Costa Mesa. After mass enjoy food and friends in the church hall. The mass in Italian is celebrated traditionally on the first Sunday of every month.
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LA Italy 5K Run
 
May 31: Celebrate Italian pride at this family-friendly 5K in honor of Italian Republic Day. Run, walk, or stroll—everyone is welcome to join the fun in San Pedro.
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Roman Art in the Time of Trajan in St. Louis
 
Majestic marble sculptures and vivid frescoes, along with mosaics, glass vessels, and bronze artifacts, vividly chronicle life at the height of Rome’s empire in Ancient Splendor: Roman Art in the Time of Trajan.
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You're Invited to Savor Piemonte: A Taste of Torino June 9-14th
 
An intimate, small-group culinary and cultural experience set in Italy’s Piedmont region, birthplace of the Slow Food movement, hosted by Italian American, award-winning cheesemonger Emilia D’Albero. Experience the region's iconic flavors through hands-on culinary workshops. Designed by Vita Casalinga, each journey is personally hosted and thoughtfully curated, offering rare access to regional food traditions, artisans, and everyday Italian life. Explore this exclusive experience and other hosted Italian culinary & lifestyle journeys for 2026. Some dates have already sold out! NIAF members receive $500 off a double room. Email info@vitacasalinga.com and mention NIAF.
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