The Sons of Italy Foundation®
Making A Difference & Seizing the Future The Sons of Italy Foundation® (SIF) is the philanthropic arm of OSDIA. The SIF was founded in 1959 as a private, grant-making institution with the purpose of preserving Italian American culture, encouraging educational excellence among Italian Americans and improving lives in other areas. To date, the SIF has given $165 million to these efforts.
Medical Research, Support and Social Services Members work hard raising money to help OSDIA/ SIF national charities find cures for the most devastating diseases like Cooley’s anemia, which affects the lives of little Gabriella and her family.
Special Projects The SIF supports the establishment and restoration of U.S. monuments and memorials, including the National 9/11 Memorial. [Photo © Amy Dreher]
Scholarships, Educational Opportunities, and Support The SIF and OSDIA lodges give hundreds of thousands of scholarships each year to bright Italian-American students. The 2021 SIF National Leadership Grant recipients are an outstanding group! 16
Recognizing Extraordinary Achievement and Supporting the Mission The SIF’s NELA Gala annually attracts leaders in government, business, and philanthropy, as well as corporate sponsors. While the 2021 NELA Gala had to take place vitually, it turned out to be a very successful event that raised money for future causes and awarded some 15 students with scholarships. Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America®
