The Sons of Italy Foundation (SIF) and the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA) have launched a fundraising campaign to support those affected by the recent wildfires in and around the greater Los Angeles area. Under the leadership of SIF President Comm. Joseph Sciame and OSDIA National President/SIF Chairman Michael G. Polo, we invite all lodges, members, and supporters to come together in this time of need. 

As you may know, we first developed the disaster relief fund for donations after the devastation unleashed by Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton last fall. As we have seen the need for support increase in the wake of these disasters, we have decided to keep the disaster fund ongoing and use it to support communities during and after these events.

We encourage local lodges to organize fundraising events or collect donations at monthly meetings and from local businesses. All proceeds should be sent to respective Grand Lodges for contribution to the “OSDIA/SIF Disaster Relief Fund.” These funds will be used for vital recovery projects, such as rebuilding essential infrastructure and assisting individuals displaced by the fires, and for addressing the needs of impacted communities.

In a joint statement, Presidents Polo and Sciame expressed: "Our hearts go out to those who have tragically lost their lives and to the families mourning them, as well as those who have lost their homes, businesses, and livelihoods. We would like to express our gratitude to the brave first responders for their diligent efforts to protect their communities. We are committed to responding with the care and resources needed during this difficult time. We appeal to our members and all those across this great nation to stand with us in raising funds for relief. Help us spread the word and make a difference."

Let us unite in solidarity and offer our support to all those affected by these tragic events. Together, we can help support the communities devastated by this disaster.

Please share this information with your local lodge presidents and lodge members, and encourage them to donate, organize, and promote this cause in their communities.

Important Things To Know:

• All donations to this fund are tax-deductible.

• Our Disaster Relief Fund will remain open perpetually, meaning that any donations made will be used to serve victims and survivors of current and future disasters.

How To Donate

Online:

Make your contribution to the SIF fund and check “Disaster Relief”

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Mail:

Make checks payable to

“Sons of Italy Foundation”

Sons of Italy Foundation

Disaster Relief

219 E Street, NE

Washington, DC 20002