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WELCOME TO THE OFFICIAL SITE FOR
​THE AMERICAN FOUNDATION OF SAVOY ORDERS

​As a charitable organization, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders’ mission, history and current grant making strategies are rooted in supporting local, national and international charities focusing in medical, educational and humanitarian assistance fields.
 
The Savoy Foundation focuses its philanthropy on hospitals and relief agencies for the poor, sick and elderly. Our grants continue the centuries old hospitaller traditions of the ancient but still active Savoy Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus. The Foundation’s Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships support U.S. college and graduate students. Our unique Savoy History Series  fosters historic and cultural knowledge about Italy and the 1,000-year traditions of the Royal House of Savoy. The Foundation’s Emergency Response Fund supports emergency relief efforts throughout the world to victims of natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes and floods.

​The Savoy Foundation recently inaugurated  its charitable initiative -  Chivalry for Children's Causes
™​ - to support organizations providing integral humanitarian aid and intervention services for disadvantaged children and youth.
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​The Foundation is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) in Roster Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. Since 2005, our scholarship students have participated in the medical, poverty and educational work of the United Nations.
 
The Foundation was Incorporated in New York in 1993, as a United States not-for-profit tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Our North American and international, philanthropic work is generously supported by tax-deductible contributions of the members and friends of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders.

Read here for more about the charitable and philanthropic beneficiaries of the Savoy Foundation.

 Events

in memoriam - his holiness pope francis April 21, 2025

​The American Delegation of Savoy Orders expresses its sincere condolences to the Holy See and all the faithful on news of the death of His Holiness Pope Francis.
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Pope Francis will be remembered for his advocacy for migrants and refugees.  A true shepherd who travelled globally spreading the Good News of Christ and His Church.  Truly his hands and heart connected with both the joy and suffering of billions of people.
 
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord.
And let perpetual light shine upon him. 
 
H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, Delegate
John L. J. Gelati, Vice Delegate
Rev. Michael Lankford-Stokes, Delegation Chaplain
American Delegation of Savoy Orders
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 In Memoriam - Knight Grand Cross Prof. Marco Grassi


​We honor the memory of a distinguished gentleman and chivalrous Knight Grand Cross Prof. Marco Grassi (OSSML), who died in Manhattan on Monday March 31, 2025 at the age of 91. He was an internationally prominent art conservator, teacher and dealer in European Old Master paintings, who was notable in Italian and American cultural circles. His paternal grandfather was one of Italy’s leading art dealers and collectors. The family gallery was continued by his father Arturo and uncle. His mother, Cornelia, was an American from Indianapolis. Both parents, his elder brother and he lived through the war in Italy. He came to the United States after the war and graduated from Princeton University.

​Prof. Grassi was President Emeritus of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders and Chairman Emeritus of the Savoy History Lecture Series, which he established in 2003, personally selecting the choice of topics and lecturers. He and his wife Dame Grand Cross Cristina Grassi hosted many Savoy Orders events. He was also a member of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta and the prestigious Society of the Cincinnati.
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Burial will be in Florence, Italy where he was born. He will be interred with his parents and grandparents at a date to be determined. A memorial service is planned for September in New York City. 
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Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships 2025–2026 ​- call for applications 

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.
 
For more information, please use below link for the Application and Instruction sheet.


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SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
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2025 Notte di Savoia gala charity benefit - April 5, 2025
Los Angeles, california

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SAVOY FOUNDATION'S 27TH ANNUAL CHARITY GALA - ROYAL SAVOY BALL 
​BENEFITED CASITA MARIA CENTER FOR ARTS AND EDUCATIO
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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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R O Y A L   S A V O Y   B A L L   F O R M A L   I N V I T A T I O N

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2024 SAVOY HISTORY SERIES RESCHEDULED TO
​SPRING OF
2025

​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.
​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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Quintin Alexander - International Studies
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Bailey Millet - International Studies
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Ava Riverso - Arts & Humanities
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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27th Annual
​​ Royal Savoy Ball - Ballo di Savoia
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 

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.
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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

​​On October 15, 2023, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders presented a record grant of $300,000 to Caterina’s Club, a Southern California based charity aiding homeless children with meals and housing, from funds raised from the Foundation's 2023 "Notte di Savoia" Charity Gala in Los Angeles at the Jonathan Club on Saturday, April 29, 2023. The grant was presented during the annual charity fundraiser for Caterina’s Club on October 15, 2023 which honored H.R.H Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy, who was recently elected as Chairman of the Board of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Incorporated.

2023 savoy history series presentation
October 30, 2023, New York City

The American Foundation of Savoy Orders presents the 18th Annual Savoy History Series on Monday, October 30, 2023 at The University Club in New York City with guest speaker, author, historian and Holy Shroud expert, Guy R. Powell, who will masterfully weave a myriad of true historical and scientific facts about the Shroud of Turin, Jesus’s burial cloth, into a fascinating presentation about this treasured relic that Christians and the Royal House of Savoy worked to keep safe over the last two millennia. His presentation, based on his recently published book - The Only Witness: A History of the Shroud of Turin  - will appeal to the history enthusiast, a fan of ancient mysteries, or a seeker of spiritual growth and will captivate your imagination and leave you pondering the secrets at the heart of the Holy Shroud of Turin. 

Mr. Powell will display an actual replica of the Holy Shroud for his presentation. You’ll be captivated by this intriguing account of the Shroud’s miraculous survival from harm and destruction, despite wars, crusades, floods, and fires. Follow its journey from Golgotha in Jerusalem to its final resting place in Turin, Italy, where it has been housed since 1578. Four hundred years later, in 1978, extensive scientific study began in order to prove or disprove its authenticity. Discover for yourself the mystery of the Shroud and determine if you think it is, indeed, the witness to the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
 

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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 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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Press Release:
2023 Ballo di Savoia

Savoy Foundation's
26th Annual Charity Gala -
Royal Savoy Ball -To Benefit Children's Charities and Commemorate Her Late Majesty Queen Elena of Italy

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2023 Ballo di Savoia - Royal Savoy Ball
Invitation

ballo di savoia gala weekend of events
december 8-10, 2023 new york city

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SAVOY FOUNDATION - 2023 NOTTE DI SAVOIA LOS ANGELES -
POST EVENT PRESS RELEASE

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​SAVOY FOUNDATION - CATHOLIC NEAR EAST WELFARE ASSOCIATION  (CNEWA)  RECEIVES GRANT FROM THE AMERICAN FOUNDATION OF SAVOY ORDERS

​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 
Savoy Foundation Presents Grants to A Chance In Life - The Village and Cooley's Anemia Foundation on April 4, 2023​
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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.
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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
SEVENTEENTH ANNUAL ST. LAZARUS MASS
AND SAVOY FOUNDATION CHARITY DINNER, MARCH 1, 2023

On March 1, 2023, the Knights and Dames of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders of the Royal House of Savoy and their guests participated in the seventeenth annual St. Lazarus Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick in New York City. H.R.H. Cav. Gr. Cr. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, Honorary Delegate of the American Delegation, joined the American Delegation. The Mass commemorated the patron Saint of the Savoy Orders, the death of the late King of Italy, King Umberto II who died on March 18, 1983 and the 450th Anniversary of the Founding of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus. The Mass was followed by a convivial dinner at Il Gattopardo Restaurant where more than 45 members and guests enjoyed the festive evening, which raised funds for the charitable initiatives of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders. The Very Rev. Enrique Salvo, Rector of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, hosted the Mass and attended the subsequent charity dinner at Il Gattopardo Restaurant.
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ST. LAZARUS MASS
FOLLOWED BY SAVOY FOUNDATION BENEFIT DINNER – March 1, 2023


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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SERATA DI SAVOIA CHARITY EVENT
jANUARY 7, 2023 - BOCA RATON, FLORIDA


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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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SAVOY HISTORY SERIES
AT THE SOCIETY OF THE FOUR ARTS
JANUARY 6, 2023, PALM BEACH, FLORIDA


SAVOY FOUNDATION - Highlights of the Savoy History Series Presentation by HRH Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia in Partnership with The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, Florida, January 6, 2023.

HRH Prince Dimitri was the guest lecturer at the Society of the Four Arts on January 6, 2023, with an encore presentation of the Savoy History Series lecture "The Power of Gems Across European Royal Courts: The Fascinating Reminiscences of HRH Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia" based on his book "Once Upon A Diamond: A Family Tradition of Royal Jewels." It was a sold out event which was followed by a book signing. His cousin HRH Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy also attended.
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highlights
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SAVOY ORDERS PIGOTT SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCEMENT 2022-2023
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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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SAVOY FOUNDATION'S 2022 "NOTTE DI SAVOIA" GALA IN LOS ANGELES RAISES $150,000 FOR CATERINA'S CLUB CHARITY
​SERVING HOMELESS CHILDREN
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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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SAVOY FOUNDATION AND HEART OF NEIMAN  MARCUS FOUNDATION GRANT
TO BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS
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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 

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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​SAVOY FOUNDATION - SAVOY BALL PRESS RELEASE 
August 11, 2022
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SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANTS $150,000 TO THE NEW YORK FOUNDLING SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM FOR INNER-CITY FOSTER CARE CHILDREN 
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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.
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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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2021 SAVOY HISTORY SERIES VIDEO PREVIEW
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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!

SAVOY FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH HEART OF NEIMAN MARCUS FOUNDATION FOR TEXAS EVENT BENEFITING HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS
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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

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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VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS - 2022 ST. LAZARUS BENEFIT DINNER - APRIL 27, 2022
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PRESS RELEASE 2022 NOTTE DI SAVOIA LOS ANGELES
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2015 SAVOY HISTORY SERIES
LECTURE RECEPTION HIGHLIGHTS


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​Savoy History Series Video Presentation

Glorifying Church and State: The Chapel of the Holy Shroud of Turin, Guarini and the Royal House of Savoy

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Recent Events

SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANT TO MERCY SHIPS 2022 - WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR LIFE CHANGING CONTRIBUTIONS
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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."
SAVOY FOUNDATION  EVENT - 2021 BALLO DI SAVOIA 
​(ROYAL SAVOY BALL) CHARITY GALA
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VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS OF ROYAL SAVOY BALL - BALLO DI SAVOIA -
DECEMBER 11, 2021 - NEW YORK CITY
SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANTS $75,000 TO THE NEW YORK FOUNDLING'S PROGRAM AIDING CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
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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.
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​SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANTS $360,000 DURING COVID CRISIS 

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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.

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2020 VIRTUAL BALLO DI SAVOIA VIDEO
SAVOY ORDERS PIGOTT SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCEMENT

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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


2020 VIRTUAL NOTTE DI SAVOIA LOS ANGELES
SAVOY FOUNDATION SUPPORTS CATERINA'S CLUB TO FEED HUNGRY HOTEL AND HOMELESS CHILDREN!
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PRESS RELEASE
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.
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Instead of the Montage gala, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders will raise funds online for Caterina’s Club during this difficult time for those most vulnerable children and families, through a virtual giving event beginning now and running through May 31, 2020.
NOTTE DI SAVOIA VIRTUAL GIVING EVENT BENEFITING CATERINA'S CLUB EXTENDED TO MAY 31, 2020!
2019 NOTTE DI SAVOIA
Los Angeles, California
April 6, 2019
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
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BALLO DI SAVOIA (SAVOY BALL) 2019
Winter Gala Benefit

New York City
Saturday, December 14, 2019

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​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. 

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WELCOME RECEPTION
Friday, December 13, 2019
​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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  SAVOY ORDERS PIGOTT SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCEMENT
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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
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Caterina's Club Food Production and Distribution to Homeless Children
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Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships
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Providence Rest Home for Elderly Care
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SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANTS $130,000 TO THE NEW YORK FOUNDLING’S  SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM DURING COVID CRISIS TO KEEP CAMP SERVICES ALIVE FOR FOUNDLING KIDS THIS SUMMER
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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.
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THE SAVOY FOUNDATION‘S  VIRTUAL 2020 “NOTTE DI SAVOIA” GALA IN LOS ANGELES RAISES $100,000 FOR CATERINA’S CLUB CHARITY DURING COVID CRISIS
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​​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.
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AMERICAN FOUNDATION OF SAVOY ORDERS
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SAVE VENICE INC.
HOST RECEPTION IN HONOR OF
H.R.H. PRINCE EMMANUEL PHILIBERT OF SAVOY,
PRINCE OF VENICE
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.  
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FESTA della PRIMAVERA SPRING RECEPTION
New York City
June 11, 2019

​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.
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Savoy Foundation Launches Campaign - Chivalry For Children's Causes - With Grant to Caterina's Club 
New York City
​June 11, 2019

​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.
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Savoy Foundation Grant Presentation to NY Foundling's Camp Felix Summer Camp Program
New York City
​April 2019
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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 Grant Presentation to Providence Rest 
May 2019
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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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