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Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships 2025–2026 - call for applications
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The Savoy Foundation is pleased to present the Instruction Sheet and Application Form for the Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships in two areas of discipline: Humanities & Fine Arts and International Studies. Three $2,500 scholarships, based on academic excellence and financial need, will be awarded for the 2025–2026 academic year. To qualify, prospective grantees must be full time undergraduate or graduate students and have a major in the Humanities & Fine Arts or International Studies. The scholarships are available to citizens and permanent residents of the United States.
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SAVOY FOUNDATION'S 27TH ANNUAL CHARITY GALA - ROYAL SAVOY BALL
BENEFITED CASITA MARIA CENTER FOR ARTS AND EDUCATION
BENEFITED CASITA MARIA CENTER FOR ARTS AND EDUCATION
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The American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Inc. (Savoy Foundation) hosted its 27th Annual Royal Savoy Ball on Saturday, December 7, 2024 in New York City under the patronage of H.R.H. Prince Emanuele Filiberto di Savoia, Duke of Savoy, Prince of Piedmont and Prince of Venice. H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, who serves as the U.S. Delegate of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders and a Savoy Foundation board member, was the Ball Chairman of the event. The winter charity gala raised funds for the Foundation's mission – Chivalry for Children's Causes – and benefitted Casita Maria Center for Arts and Education's Young Artists Apprenticeship Program. The event's honoree was Jacqueline Weld Drake, Chairperson of Casita Maria. The white tie, winter charity gala was supported by prominent business, community and society leaders and members and friends of the Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy. The Ball was part of a four-day weekend of events organized by the American Delegation of Savoy Orders and the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, continuing the spirit and tradition of charitable giving and hospitaller care of the historic dynastic orders of knighthood and merit of the thousand-year Royal House of Savoy. More than 300 guests, some as far away as Japan, attended the elegant charity fundraiser at a private club in New York City.
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2024 SAVOY HISTORY SERIES RESCHEDULED TO
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The Nineteenth Savoy History Series, originally set for Tuesday, November 12, 2024, has been rescheduled to the spring of 2025. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We will inform you about the rescheduled date as soon as possible.
All tickets purchased in 2024 will be fully honored for the Spring lecture or fully refunded based on your preference. We look forward to seeing you at the 19th Savoy History Series in 2025. |
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SAVOY ORDERS PIGOTT SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCEMENT
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is pleased to announce the following three Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships recipients for the 2024 – 2025 academic year: Mr. Quintin Alexander of Piscataway, New Jersey Ms. Bailey Millet of Lexington, Kentucky Ms. Ava Riverso of Fishkill, New York |
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SAVOY FOUNDATION PRESENTS GRANTS TO A CHANCE IN LIFE -THE VILLAGE AND COOLEY'S ANEMIA FOUNDATION
ON JULY 9, 2024 The American Foundation of Savoy Orders, on July 9, 2024, presented grants of $35,000 to A Chance In Life and $35,000 to Cooley’s Anemia Foundation. A Chance In Life provides shelter, education and leadership development for at-risk youth while Cooley’s Anemia Foundation fights thalassemia, a rare genetic blood disorder that requires lifelong blood transfusions and daily drug treatments. The funds for the grants were raised at the Foundation’s 26th annual 2023 “Royal Savoy Ball -Ballo di Savoia” Winter Charity Gala on December 9, 2023 in New York City. 
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2024 SUMMER COOKOUT - Summer Steak Cookout at White’s Point, Waterford, Connecticut August 3, 2024
Co-Hosted by Grand Officer George C. White and Dame Commander Betsy White Members and guests of the American Delegation enjoyed a traditional, turn of the century, bona fide summer steak cookout at the historic landmark, beachside family home of Dame Commander Betsy and Grand Officer George White, overlooking Long Island Sound in Waterford, Connecticut on August 3, 2024. Some guests came by train, some by car and some by ferry from Orient Point, Long Island. The White’s had been hosting the annual summer event for the American Delegation of Savoy Orders, weather permitting, since 2010. Henry Cooke White (1861-1952), the grandfather of Grand Officer George White, was the patriarch of an extremely artistic family, purchased undeveloped land on a coastal part of Waterford, Connecticut in 1891. When passing through the area he found a vantage point overlooking the water, he was overwhelmed by the panoramic view of Long Island Sound, writing in his memoirs, “…I was convinced that this was my Promised land.” Not long after, he built a summer cottage on what became known as White Point the following year. The Whites wintered with his parents in Hartford until they built a year-round home in Waterford in 1913, designed by Wilson Eyre, a Philadelphia architect, after he was inspired by Charles Lang Freer’s home in Detroit. The rustic Shingle style house was constructed of ashlar stone masonry with shingles above, which is sited perfectly on the rocky shoreline. Also on the site is a boat house and garage. Our host and grandson of Henry C. White did not follow in his grandfather’s footsteps as an artist, but rather excelled in the theater arts, establishing the Eugene O'Neill Theater. The summer social gathering was attended by more than 30 members and guests who travelled from Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and Southampton, Long Island. |
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The Annual Winter Charity Gala hosted by
the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, will be celebrated on Saturday evening, December 7, 2024 in New York City. 
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2023 BALLO DI SAVOIA
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The 26th Ballo di Savoia (Royal Savoy Ball), the annual winter charity gala hosted by the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, was celebrated on Saturday evening, December 9, 2023 in New York City. The benefit gala was under the patronage of Their Royal Highnesses Prince Victor Emmanuel and Princess Marina of Savoy. The Savoy Foundation welcomed back His Royal Highness Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy, Prince of Venice and Piedmont and his cousin His Royal Highness Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, who were guests of honor for this occasion. The royal gala also marked the 150th anniversary of the birth of Elena of Montenegro, Queen of Italy. The Ball was part of a four-day weekend of events organized by the American Delegation of Savoy Orders and the American Foundation of Savoy Orders. More than 300 patrons, benefactors and guests gathered to support the Savoy Foundation's 26th annual white-tie dinner-dance. The event raised funds in support of the Savoy Foundation's philanthropic mission - Chivalry for Children's Causes - and the event's primary beneficiaries: The Cooley's Anemia Foundation which funds medical research fighting thalassemia, a rare genetic blood disorder that requires lifelong blood transfusion and daily drug treatment; and A Chance In Life Inc., formerly Boys and Girls Town, which provides resources for empowering, life affirming educational and health-related programs for youth in under-resourced communities on Staten Island's North Shore. Prior to Saturday's evening Gala, a welcome reception on Friday evening, December 8, was held at the Lotos Club for guests attending the Royal Savoy Ball. At the ball on Saturday, gala attendees enjoyed a champagne reception, hors d'oeuvres and signature cocktails before the main program began with a royal fanfare. Alex Donner and His Orchestra provided top-tier dance music for the guests to enjoy. 
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Savoy Foundation's 26th Annual Royal Savoy Ball (Ballo di Savoia) raised funds for children's charities in New York City with the support of prominent business leaders and under the patronage of the Italian Royal family. H.R.H. Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy and H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia were guests of honor. The charity event also commemorated the 150th anniversary of the birth of Elena of Montenegro, Queen of Italy. The winter charity gala benefited the Cooley's Anemia Foundation and A Chance In Life Inc.
Ballo di Savoia Welcome Reception, December 8, 2023
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SAVOY FOUNDATION'S 2023 "NOTTE DI SAVOIA" GALA IN LOS ANGELES RAISES $300,000 FOR CATERINA'S CLUB CHARITY SERVING HOMELESS CHILDREN
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2023 savoy history series presentation
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SAVOY ORDERS PIGOTT SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCEMENTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is pleased to announce the following five Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships recipients for the 2023 – 2024 academic year:
Ms. Kyla Denwood of Washington, DC Mr. Giovanni Desir of Brooklyn, New York Ms. Kelechi Dimgba of Rochester, New York Ms. Elizabeth Elken of Seattle, Washington Mr. Callahan Reed Farr of Tempe, Arizona |
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2023 Ballo di Savoia - Royal Savoy Ball
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Joseph Sciame, President of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, presented a check for $4,000 on June 27, 2023 to CNEWA's Chair, Timothy Cardinal Dolan of New York and CNEWA's President, Monsignor Peter I Vacccari at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Manhattan to help support CNEWA's humanitarian relief activities in Turkey/Syria and in Ukraine. While deeply rooted in the past, the Savoy Orders are actively engaged in the challenges of modern society," states Joseph Sciame, and the Foundation in the United States, based in New York City, supports the humanitarian concerns of the Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy as well as promotes philanthropic causes of particular concern, from emergency relief to the welfare of children and underserved youth. |
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SAVOY FOUNDATION - HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 5TH ANNUAL NOTTE DI SAVOIA GALA FUNDRAISER, APRIL 29, 2023 IN LOS ANGELES AT THE JONATHAN CLUB.
Hundreds of thousands were raised for Caterina's Club aiding homeless and hungry children in Southern California. 
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2022 BALLO DI SAVOIA VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
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The American Foundation of Savoy Orders, on April 4, 2023, presented grants of $42,000 to A Chance In Life and $50,000 to Cooley’s Anemia Foundation. A Chance In Life provides shelter, education and leadership development for at-risk youth while Cooley’s Anemia Foundation fights thalassemia, a rare genetic blood disorder that requires lifelong blood transfusions and daily drug treatments. The funds for the grants were raised at the Foundation’s 25th annual 2022 “Ballo di Savoia” Winter Charity Gala on December 17, 2022 in New York City. An additional $10,000 grant was also presented to A Chance In Life for Ukrainian refugee children in Italy from funds raised at the annual Savoy Foundation's St. Lazarus Dinner which was held on April 27, 2022 in New York City.
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accept grants totaling $52,000 from Savoy Foundation President Joseph Sciame.
Executive Committee Member Frank Somma (left) and National Executive Director Criag Butler of Cooley's Anemia Foundation accept a grant of $50,000 from Savoy Foundation President Joseph Sciame
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AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS
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The Savoy Foundation together with Board Member and Grand Patron Vivian Cardia hosted a charity gala dinner benefiting the Palm Beach Children's Hospital Music Therapy Program and JoeDiMaggio's Children's Hospital Capital Expansion Fund on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at the Stonebridge Country Club. Their Royal Highnesses Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy and Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia attended the event in support of the charitable initiatives of the Savoy Foundation and its Chivalry For Children's Causes mission. The event was under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Maria Pia of Savoy. Savoy Foundation President Joseph Sciame, Richard L. Cosnotti, the Palm Beach Representative and Member of the National Council of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders with other board members attended the event. A contingent of members of the Canadian Delegation of Savoy Orders also supported the event. |
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is pleased to announce the following three Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships recipients for the 2022 - 2023 academic year:
Derek Ginoris of Florida Shawn M. Singh of New York Imane Mabrouk of Georgia |
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On August 18, 2022, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders presented a record grant of $150,000 to Caterina’s Club, a Southern California based charity aiding homeless children with meals and housing, from funds raised from the Foundation's 2022 "Notte di Savoia" Charity Gala in Los Angeles at the Jonathan Club. The benefit gala was held on Saturday, April 9, 2022, in Los Angeles at the Jonathan Club. For more information, please view the press release. |
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On May 17, The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation partnered with The American Foundation of Savoy Orders to support the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (BTW). We are proud to donate $34,000 to empower the next generation with equal access to educational opportunities and resources. This donation was made possible through the many generous donors who supported the fundraiser co-hosted by Chief Executive Officer, Geoffroy van Raemdonck, and Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia at The Zodiac restaurant in the downtown
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Dallas Neiman Marcus store. Built in 1922 as Dallas’ first African-American high school, BTW became the Arts Magnet High School in 1976, with a mission to teach a comprehensive curriculum in academics and the arts. Four departmental areas focus on music, dance, theater, and visual arts, while all students must complete the required courses mandated under Texas state education standards. This unique curriculum has made the school a center for excellence and an award-winning prototype for similar programs around the world.
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On July 18, 2022, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders presented a record grant of $150,000 to The New York Foundling’s Summer Camp Program for foster care children from funds raised from the Foundation's 2021 Ballo di Savoia (Royal Savoy Ball) Winter Charity Gala. The benefit gala was held on Saturday, December 11, 2021, in New York City at the Metropolitan Club. Joseph Sciame, Savoy Foundation President and Carl J. Morelli, Foundation Chairman of the Board with Savoy Foundation Board members Frank J. Desiderio and John Laurent Gelati presented the grant to Melanie Hartzog, President and CEO of The New York Foundling and Kirkley Strand, Vice President of Development and Communications at The Foundling’s headquarters in New York City. For more information, please view the press release below. |
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Coming soon!
A Virtual Repeat Presentation For those who were unable to attend the November 4, 2021 presentation by H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia at the Knickerbocker Club in New York City, there will be an opportunity to view a virtual presentation of the 17 Annual Savoy History Series by subscription. Enjoy the preview! |
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SAVOY FOUNDATION - May 17, 2022, Dallas, Texas - Private Fundraiser Dinner Benefiting Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. Hosted by Geoffroy van Raemdonck and H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia together with American Foundation of Savoy Orders and The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation
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American Delegation of Savoy Orders’ member Officer Geoffroy van Raemdonck, CEO of Neiman Marcus Group with the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation, hosted a private dinner at the elegant Zodiac Restaurant in Neiman Marcus, Dallas. H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, Knight Grand Cross of the Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy and also a member of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders, co-hosted the elegant dinner. The event benefitted Booker T. Washington (BTW) High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. What originally began as an African American school in 1922 and became Arts Magnet in 1976 is the training ground for 21st century scholar artists and empathic leaders. This outstanding school ensures that every student can reach their highest potential through critical youth arts educational programming. A contingent of Texas members of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders attended the special evening, including Regional Representatives of the Delegation, Dame Commander Dr. Catherine Stevenson of Houston, Texas and The Honorable Commander E. Wayne Bachus of Temple, Texas. The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is partnering with the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation to raise awareness and funds for BTW, and continue the legacy of support that has indelibly impacted BTW through an incredible variety of collaborative experiences, from priceless performance opportunities to program development, to artistic growth and professional access. Student musicians from the school performed at the event. |
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Now Playing
Savoy History Series Video Presentation Glorifying Church and State: The Chapel of the Holy Shroud of Turin, Guarini and the Royal House of Savoy For more information, register below. |
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Recent Events
We are grateful to our Savoy Orders members and friends whose contributions made it possible to provide life changing surgeries to poor children in Africa. This month, the Savoy Foundation made a significant donation to Mercy Ships, a US based charity whose Swiss affiliate was supported at the Savoy Orders gala dinner in Geneva, Switzerland last fall. Mercy Ships is resuming its mission of bringing hope and healing to poor children in Africa with a new hospital ship after halting its rescue missions during the pandemic. The newest ship, the Global Mercy, combined with Africa Mercy, will more than double the ability to provide life-changing surgeries. Plus, with dedicated classrooms to train local medical professionals, it will greatly increase the ability to strengthen healthcare in the places it serves. Thank you for your contributions to our Savoy Foundation fundraising events. You truly helped restore the hope these children have to live normal lives and at the same time help us fulfill our Savoy Foundation mission of "Chivalry for Children's Causes." 
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – On April 28, 2021, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders presented a $75,000 grant to the New York Foundling’s habilitation programs for children with developmental disabilities from contributions raised from its fundraising campaign, which began with the Savoy Foundation’s first-ever virtual charity broadcast in December 12, 2020. The virtual event, hosted on its newly launched YouTube channel, continued to generate donations from members and of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders through March 2021. Over 500 Savoy Orders members and guests tuned in to view the elegant video presentation, which captured the essence of past Savoy Ball events and highlighted the historic mission of the Savoy Orders. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, August 19, 2020 – The Savoy Foundation today announced record setting grants of $360,000 to support children’s welfare causes, elder care, university scholarships, education programs and church support for essential community services during the unprecedented COVID-19 health and economic crisis.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is pleased to announce the following four Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships recipients for the 2020 - 2021 academic year: Rachel Causey of Texas Yesenia Sanchez of New York Melissa Trimble of New York Katherine Zdravkov of Florida SAVOY FOUNDATION SUPPORTS CATERINA'S CLUB TO FEED HUNGRY HOTEL AND HOMELESS CHILDREN! 
Although the American Savoy Foundation’s Third Annual Notte di Savoia Los Angeles gala planned for April 4, 2020 at the Montage Beverly Hills has been canceled due to COVID-19, our charitable beneficiary, Caterina’s Club, continues to feed 5,000 fresh pasta dinners to homeless and motel children daily. Caterina’s Club, led by Chef Bruno Serato, a Savoy Cavaliere, has also kept helping families move from their cars and hotel rooms to apartments and changing their lives.
NOTTE DI SAVOIA VIRTUAL GIVING EVENT BENEFITING CATERINA'S CLUB EXTENDED TO MAY 31, 2020! LOS ANGELES (CALIFORNIA)- The American Foundation of Savoy Orders' second annual Notte di Savoia was held in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at the Montage Beverly Hills. His Royal Highness Emanuele Filiberto di Savoia, Prince of Venice, Prince of Piedmont, was the guest of honor at this very special evening to benefit the Savoy Foundation's philanthropic programs and charitable initiatives, particularly Caterina's Club, which provides access to nutritional food, stable housing and job training for youth. Please view the 2019 Press Release
NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - The Ballo di Savoia Gala was held at the Metropolitan Club in New York City on December 14, 2019 which was preceded by a Welcome Reception at the Lotos Club the previous evening. The event benefited the Savoy Foundation's Chivalry for Children's Causes and the New York Foundling Camp Felix Summer Camp. NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - Saturday’s Savoy Ball was preceded by a Friday evening welcome reception at the Lotos Club. Honoring new members receiving recognition in the Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy, at the next morning’s investiture ceremony in the Church of St. Jean Baptiste, the elegant reception off of Fifth Avenue, provided a warm, convivial setting to launch the festivities to follow during the weekend. Guests traveled from as far away as California, Florida, Texas, Montana and from outside the United States, primarily from Canada, Italy and Japan to participate in the scheduled three-day events.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is pleased to announce the following three Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships recipients for the 2021 - 2022 academic year: Alexis Cheney of New York Thomas Flannery of New York Maryjane Johnson of Connecticut 
Caterina's Club Food Production and Distribution to Homeless Children
NEW YORK, NEW YORK -The American Foundation of Savoy Orders (Savoy Foundation) raises $130,000 through its “Ballo di Savoia” Gala in New York for The New York Foundling’s Summer Camp Program during COVID Crisis. The Savoy Foundation will fund $50,000 for the on-line summer camp at home program because of the COVID health restrictions and $80,000 for the 2021 live outdoor summer camp. CEO Bill Baccaglini and Executive Director Kirkley Strand of the New York Foundling accepted the grant check on August 19, 2020 at the New York Foundling headquarters. Savoy Foundation President Joseph Sciame with Savoy Orders representative Anthony Schembri Jr. presented the grant check.
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders (Savoy Foundation) presents $100,000 grant to Caterina’s Club to feed homeless and motel children during the COVID pandemic. Affirming its commitment to children’s welfare, the Savoy Foundation relaunched the Third Annual Notte di Savoia Los Angles Gala, originally scheduled on April 4, 2020, to an online event, encouraging guests to donate in the amount they were planning to give or spend on gala tickets at the Notte di Savoia event. The virtual campaign benefited Caterina’s Club in Southern California to increase meal production and distribution to homeless/motel families in need and children deprived of supplemental school meals during the pandemic. Caterina's Club is led by Chef Bruno Serato, a Savoy Orders Cavaliere, and has continued to aid families move from their cars and hotel rooms to apartments thereby changing their lives. 
NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - On Thursday evening, December 12, 2019, The American Foundation of Savoy Orders launched the US Savoy Orders Youth Program at a joint reception with Young Friends of Save Venice in honor of HRH Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy, Prince of Venice, in solidarity with conservation efforts in Venice following the historic November floods, . The event was by invitation only. The Delegate Carl J. Morelli and Vice Delegate Joseph Sciame of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders, Savoy Orders Youth Program Chairman Joseph B. Giminaro and Lizzie de Trindade-Asher of the Young Friends Steering Committee of Save Venice Inc. greeted over 150 guests.
NEW YORK (NEW YORK) -The American Foundation of Savoy Orders' annual Festa della Primavera Spring Reception was held in New York City at the Columbus Citizens Foundation townhouse on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. During the event, the Savoy Foundation's Seventh Chivalry Award was presented to The New York Foundling in recognition of its 150th anniversary founding and dedication to children's welfare. This special evening also commemorated the 100th Anniversary of the complete unification of Italy with the addition of Trentino, South Tyrol and Trieste under the peace treaties of the First World War in 1919. The event benefited the Savoy Orders inaugural campaign Chivalry for Children's Causes™. Mrs. Matilda Cuomo, the 2018 Chivalry Award honoree, presented the Award to Bill Baccaglini, CEO and President, on behalf of The New York Foundling. Press Release NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - The Savoy Foundation launched a new Initiative - Chivalry for Children’s Causes™ -with the presentation of a substantial grant to Southern California-based charity, Caterina’s Club, for its work providing meals, housing and job training for disadvantaged children and families. The grant was presented to founder Cavaliere Bruno Serato during the Festa della Primavera Annual Spring Event on June 11, 2019 in New York City. Press Release 
Savoy Foundation Chairman of the Board, Carl J. Morelli (far left) and President Joseph Sciame, Present Grant Check to Kirkley Strand, Vice President, Development & Communications of The New York Foundling to benefit the Camp Felix Program, April 2019.
Savoy Foundation President Joseph Sciame (far right) Presents Grant Check to Sister Seline Mary Flores, C.S. JB, CEO of Providence Rest at the May 1, 2019 Providence Rest Gala Dinner at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle.
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