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
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)
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
ANNOUNCING THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE FOUNDATION'S
NEW COLLEGE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
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: 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.
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.
Fellowship Eligibility
- Open to matriculated college level students at the freshman, sophomore, and junior levels.
- Both student and student’s teacher of Italian must be ILF Members. A letter of recommendation from the student’s college professor of Italian is requested.
- Preference will be given to students who have enrolled in the AP Italian course in high school, and have taken the AP Italian exam.
- Student must submit a blog describing their experience studying Italian, traveling to Italy, visiting Italian art exhibits, concerts, restaurants, specialty markets, etc.
- Student must volunteer as a tutor or in other service group in high school or college. A letter of recommendation from the leader of that volunteer organization is required.
Required documentation:
- Both student and teacher confirmed as members of ILF
- Preference to AP students – ask if they took AP Italian in high school
- An official letter of recommendation is required from professor of Italian
- A current, official transcript
- Proof of enrollment in Italian language classes
- Proof of participation in community service
- Blog (250 words or less)
- Phone number and mailing address