Welcome To
The Italian Language Foundation, Inc.
Promoting and Supporting Italian Language Education
What Do We Do?
Support the growth of Advanced Placement Program in Italian
ILF Student Members are eligible for the Awards for Excellence, Internships, the Commitment 2 Excellence Program and more.
Train and support teachers of Italian, especially AP Italian
ILF Teacher Members are offered free professional development workshops and webinars and eligible for the Teacher Recognition Awards.
Promote Italian Language study in the United States & the world
Supports the study of Italian language and culture at the highest level in schools and universities throughout the U.S. and across the world.
FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
ILF Teacher Webinar – October 26, 2024
Join us on October 26, 2024 at 11:00 AM EST for a free live webinar with Professor Roberta Pennasilico.
2024 TEACHER RECOGNITION AWARDS
Do you know an Italian teacher who excels in the classroom and beyond? Each year, the Italian Language Foundation honors outstanding educators at both the K-12 and university level with our Teacher Recognition Awards.
In order to qualify, a teacher must be:
- An ILF Teacher Member. (Not a member? They can join here.)
- A teacher of Italian in either K-12 institution or university in the United States.
- Recommended by a student, colleague, or other professional contact.
ANNOUNCING THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE FOUNDATION'S
COLLEGE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
Applications for the Spring, 2025 semester will be accepted in January, 2025.
Please wait for the announcement to be made.
Become an ILF Student Member (it’s free): Sign up here!
- Send the following to info@italianlanguagefoundation.org:
- Name of teacher who is an ILF Teacher Member. (Professor not a Teacher Member? They can register here: Teacher Member Sign-Up)
- A letter of recommendation from your college professor of Italian
- A letter of recommendation from a leader of a volunteer organization you are affiliated with as a tutor or other volunteer
- A blog (250 words or less) describing your experience studying Italian, traveling to Italy, visiting Italian art exhibits, concerts, restaurants, specialty markets, etc. – please also send one or two photos to go with your blog!
- Your official transcript from your most recent semester
- Proof of enrollment in an Italian class for Spring 2025
Enrico Fermi – ILF College Fellowship: Student required to be enrolled in a college Italian language class and also in science and/or math classes, including pre-med, scientific research, etc. Fellowship is $1,000 per semester, renewable for up to 3 years.
ILF College Fellowship – Student required to be enrolled in a college Italian language class, together with other academic courses. A minor or major concentration in Italian is not required. Fellowship is $1,000, renewable for up to 3 years.
Fred Kuwornu – ILF College Fellowship: Student required to be of African-American heritage and enrolled in a college Italian language class, together with other academic courses. A minor or major concentration in Italian is not required. Fellowship is $1,000, renewable for up to 3 years.
For more information on the ILF College Fellowship program, visit our Student Page.
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SPONSOR THE FELLOWSHIP WITH A NAMING OPPORTUNITY, PLEASE SEND A MESSAGE TO:
info@italianlanguagefoundation.org
Our Latest Blog Posts
Recent Posts
- PAROLE DIVERTENTE IN ITALIANO! September 22, 2024
- Italian Word Fun! September 22, 2024
- The Advantage of Being Multilingual September 5, 2024
- My Italian Journey August 26, 2024
- Sagra in Torrioni August 8, 2024
Thank you to the Giambelli Foundation for its support!
ILF Is Proud To Announce It Has Reached Its Matching Goal And Received A Grant From The Giambelli Foundation. We Are Grateful For Their Continued Support Of ILF’s Mission And Programs
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2024
HONOREES AND AWARD WINNERS!
On June 26, 2024, The Italian Language Foundation honored Chris Vaccaro, and also Mary Ann and the late Joseph M. Mattone, Sr.
It was a joyful and memorable occasion.
Please enjoy the photos by photographer JAD NAMMOUR
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- Margaret I. Cuomo, M.D., ILF President Louis Tallarini, ILF Chairman, Chris R. Vaccaro, honoree
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- Louis Tallarini, ILF Chairman, Chris R. Vaccaro, honoree, Mary Ann Mattone, honoree, and Margaret I. Cuomo, M.D., ILF President
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- Members of the ILF – Emerging Leaders Council (ELC): Jori Grossman, Lucy Baldwin, Gianpaolo Russo, Andrew Cotto (editor of Appetito and Italian America Magazine), and Marianna Cuomo Maier, ELC leader
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- The 2024 ILF Giambelli Culinary Award winners: There were 12 winners, 8 of which are presented in the photo: Enzo Alessandro (La Ginestra), Alex Privilegi (IL Toscano), Amy Riolo (Chef, Cookbook author) Vincenzo Alaia (Cafe’ Alaia) Lou Di Palo (Di Palo Fine Foods and C. Di Palo Wine Bar) Jennifer Maman (Matto Espresso) Giuseppe Di Martino (La Devozione) Raffaele Solinas (Osteria Brooklyn and Osteria Brooklyn-LIC)