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Why Filitalia
The word “Filitalia” means Love for Italy. Filitalia’s goal is to preserve Italian-American heritage, tradition and culture through social, athletic, and cultural events as well as humanitarian programs.
By supporting Filitalia, you help the following events and traditions take place:
Volunteering
Filitalia is an organization built on volunteering.
For the past twenty years Filitalia has grown to become what it is today completely by the efforts of volunteers. Filitalia volunteers complete a sundry of tasks, including: filling and labeling envelopes, flyering, helping at events, (usher or server) and organizing the center. Volunteers may trade time for class time and attend our group classes. For college students, we can provide you a letter stating you volunteered for your resume. Interested? Click here to email us and we will contact you for future endeavors.
For the past twenty years Filitalia has grown to become what it is today completely by the efforts of volunteers. Filitalia volunteers complete a sundry of tasks, including: filling and labeling envelopes, flyering, helping at events, (usher or server) and organizing the center. Volunteers may trade time for class time and attend our group classes. For college students, we can provide you a letter stating you volunteered for your resume. Interested? Click here to email us and we will contact you for future endeavors.
Make a Charitable Donation
Filitalia International and Foundation is a tax-exempt and non-profit organization supported by members and contributions.
To become a member click here (Filitalia Membership) to make a tax deductible donation in any amount, mail donation to 1809 W. Oregon Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19145 or contact executive assistant at info@filitaliainternational.com or call 215.334.8882.
Language and Tradition at “M. Fabrizio and P. Nestico Center of Language and Culture”
-Italian language & cultural classes for children & adults by certified teachers; day, evening, and private tutoring.
-Exhibits of Italian-American artists, cultural events, Wine & Soppressata contests and other culinary events.
-Academic scholarships from grade school, high school, AP programs, and graduate school.
-Participation in the Columbus Day parade and “Ferragosto Italiano.”
Charity and Community
-Christmas Seals to support needy families during the holidays and other charitable events.
-Walk-a-Thon to support the American Heart Association, Juvenile Diabetes and Leukemia Association.
Networking and Motivation
-Meet and build rapport with successful Italian-American professionals.
-Annual entrepreneurial recognition banquet.
-Students’ exchange and mentoring programs throughout the world.
Sports
-Annual “Giovanni Monterosso Bocce Tournament” and annual “Frank Ceraso Foosball Tournament”
Recognition
-Annual Banquet Awards for Citizenship, Leadership & Education, and Humanitarian work.
The Filitalia Foundation is a 501 © 3 private nonprofit organization created in 1987. In 2014, the History of Italian Immigration museum opened in the heart of South Philadelphia.
Corporate Sponsorships
AMBASCIATORE DI FILITALIA
Sponsor, $15,000.00
- Premier Sponsor for all events (La Festa, Gala, Scholarship) (priceless!!)
- Opportunity to display at all Filitalia events (La Festa, Gala, Scholarship) (priceless!!)
- “Remembering a Loved One” Signature Engraved Tile with logo and message outside the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $5,000)
- 2 Premier tables (20 tickets) at Filitalia International Gala Dinner (value $2,500)
- 2 Private Lunch Events for 20 people at the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $2,000)
- Full Page Advertisement in the Gala Dinner Book (value $1,000)
- Reserved round top table at La Festa with covered tent for 20 people including homemade Italian food, pitchers of sangria and beer (value $1,000)
- 1 year of advertising on all Filitalia International’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Telegramma Newsletter) (value $500)
- 1 year hyperlinked logo advertising on all Filitalia International’s website, newsletter and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) (value $500)
- Filitalia Christmas Seals campaign donation in your name (value $100)
SOSTENITORE DI FILITALIA
Sponsor, $10,000.00
- Presenting Sponsor(s) of The “Spaghetti Bowl”: Corporate name and logo incorporated into all La Festa 2018 advertising and marketing platforms (priceless!!)
- Opportunity to display at all Filitalia events (La Festa, Gala, Scholarship) (priceless!!)
- “Remembering a Loved One” Preferred Engraved Tile with logo and message outside the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $2,500)
- 1 Premier table (10 tickets) to Filitalia International Gala Dinner (value $1,250)
- Private Lunch Event for 20 people at the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $1,000)
- Full page advertisement in the Filitalia International Gala Dinner Book (value $1,000)
- Reserved round top table at La Festa with covered tent for 10 people including homemade Italian food, pitchers of sangria and beer (value $500)
- 1 year of advertising on all Filitalia International’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Telegramma Newsletter) (value $500)
- 1 year hyperlinked logo advertising on all Filitalia International’s website, newsletter and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) (value $500)
- Filitalia Christmas Seals campaign donation in your name (value $100)
BENEFATTORE DI FILITALIA
Sponsor, $5,000.00
- Table of 10 tickets to Filitalia International Gala Dinner (value $1,250)
- “Remembering a Loved One” Standard Engraved Tile with logo and message outside the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $1,000)
- 1 year of advertising on all Filitalia International’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Telegramma Newsletter) (value $500)
- 1 year hyperlinked logo advertising on all Filitalia International’s website, newsletter and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) (value $500)
- Reserved table at La Festa with covered tent for 10 people including homemade Italian food, pitchers of sangria and beers (value $500)
- Logo included on all “Spaghetti Bowl” La Festa 2018 advertising and marketing platforms (value $500)
- ½ page advertisement in the Filitalia International Gala Dinner Book (value $500)
- Opportunity to display at La Festa with promotional tent (value $300)
- 2 cycles of Italian Language classes (12 lessons) at the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $240)
- 1 year membership for 4 people to any chapter within Filitalia International and exposed to all the benefits (value $200)
- Filitalia Christmas Seals campaign donation in your name (value $100)
AMICO DI FILITALIA
Sponsor, $2,500.00
- Table of 10 tickets to Filitalia International Gala Dinner(value $1,250)
- 1 year of advertising on all Filitalia International’s social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and Telegramma Newsletter) (value $500)
- 1 year hyperlinked logo advertising on all Filitalia International’s website, newsletter and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) (value $500)
- Opportunity to display at La Festa with promotional tent (value $300)
- Advertisement in the Filitalia International Gala Dinner Book (value $250)
- 2 semesters of Italian Language classes (12 lessons) at the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $240)
- 1 year membership for 4 people to any chapter within Filitalia International and exposed to all the benefits (value $200)
AMICO DELLA FESTA
Sponsor, $1,500.00
- 5 tickets to Filitalia International Gala Dinner (value $625)
- 1 year of advertising on all Filitalia International’s social media platforms (Website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Telegramma Newsletter) (value $500)
- 1 year hyperlinked logo advertising on all Filitalia International’s website, newsletter and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) (value $500)
- Opportunity to display at La Festa with promotional tent (value $300)
- 1 year membership for 4 people to any chapter within Filitalia International and exposed to all the benefits(value $200)
AMICO DEL GALA
Sponsor, $500.00
- 1 year of advertising on all Filitalia International’s social media platforms (Website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Telegramma Newsletter) (value $500)
- 2 tickets to Filitalia International Gala Dinner (value $250)
- Advertisement in the Filitalia International Gala Dinner Book (value $250)
- 1 year membership for 4 people to any chapter within Filitalia International and exposed to all the benefits(value $200)
AMICO DELLA LINGUA ITALIANA
Sponsor, $250
- 6 months of advertising on all Filitalia International’s social media platforms (Website, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Telegramma Newsletter) (value $250)
- 1 semester of Italian Language classes (6 lessons) at the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $120)
AMICO DEL MUSEO
Sponsor, $100
- Advertisement with your company’s business card in our Annual Gala Program (value $150)
- 2 tickets to tour the History of Italian Immigration Museum (value $25)