National Italian American Foundation Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsDistrict of Columbia, United States51-200 Employees
The National Italian American Foundation, abbreviated NIAF, is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization based in Washington, DC, that promotes Italian American culture and heritage. It serves as a resource for the Italian American community, offering educational and youth programs such as scholarships, grants, heritage travel, and mentoring. NIAF also acts as a voice for Italian Americans in Washington, engaging with the Italian American Congressional Delegation and the White House to advance cultural, political, and economic ties between the United States and Italy. The organization maintains a business council to foster networking among corporate leaders. In 2026, NIAF announced that comedian and cultural figure Sebastian Maniscalco would be the first honoree for its 51st Anniversary Gala, to be held October 17, 2026, in Washington, DC.