| 2026 Sons of Italy Foundation Scholarships Now Open! |
 Gianluca McKenna, an SIF scholarship recipient, poses for a photo on stage at the 2025 National Education and Leadership Awards Gala in Washington, D.C., flanked by Eldora Perfilio, SIF Trustee, and Anthony J. Perfilio, Esq., OSDIA National Orator. |
| Applications for the Sons of Italy Foundation’s (SIF) National Leadership Grants are open for 2026! These merit-based scholarships vary from $5,000-$20,000 each year and are given to selected individuals* of Italian descent**, enrolled in 4-year undergraduate programs, graduate programs, or professional schools at an accredited academic institution for the Fall 2026 term. Applications will close on February 27th, 2026, so get your application started today! For more information and details on applying, please click on the button below: |
| * U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders * At least one Italian or Italian American grandparent |
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| OSDIA & SSM Rome Announce Two Full-Tuition Scholarships |
 Photo courtesy of the Swiss School of Management. |
| Apply Now for Full-Tuition Business Scholarships in Rome! The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America® (OSDIA) and the Sons of Italy Foundation® (SIF) are proud to partner with the Swiss School of Management (SSM) in Rome, to offer two full-tuition scholarships for outstanding students of Italian descent pursuing business degrees at SSM’s Rome campus, starting in fall 2026. In addition to SSM’s Rome campus, students also have the opportunity to visit SSM’s Milan and Brescia campuses in the Lombardy Region, which is a leading hub of international business, and OSDIA’s 2025 Region of Celebration. Each scholarship covers full tuition for either the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Master of Business Administration program (housing and living expenses not included). These awards celebrate the proud legacy of Italian and Italian American achievements while empowering the next generation of global business leaders. Click the button below to learn more and apply! |
Learn More & Apply  Apply Today for Remote & In-Person Internship Opportunities! Looking for a spring internship that builds your résumé and gives you real-world experience in the nonprofit sector? The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America (OSDIA)—the largest and oldest national organization for men and women of Italian heritage—is now accepting applications for its spring 2026 internship programs! Whether you’re aiming to gain experience in media and communications or to get hands-on experience in strengthening U.S.-Italy relations, OSDIA is offering two exciting opportunities. As the Media & Communications Intern, you’ll work directly with the Editor-in-Chief of Italian America magazine, supporting press outreach, social media strategy, website projects, and editorial content—with the chance to earn your own byline in the most widely read magazine for people of Italian heritage in the United States. As the International Relations Intern, you’ll work in-person with the OSDIA Programs Director, assisting with event planning, member services, and U.S.-Italy business collaborations. Both internships offer meaningful responsibilities, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make an impact while strengthening your professional skills. If you’re passionate about communications, nonprofit work, or celebrating Italian American heritage, apply today! Learn more by clicking the buttons below. Media & Communications Internship International Relations Internship Application Deadline: December 31st, 2025 |
