named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Caravaggio's Last Two Paintings Exhibition
Facilitated the loan of Caravaggio's "The Martyrdom of Saint Ursula" to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York as part of a cultural exchange with Italian institutions
La Vecchia by Giorgione
Supported the U.S. tour of Giorgione's "La Vecchia" including exhibitions at the Cincinnati Art Museum and the Wadsworth Atheneum
Parmigianino's Schiava Turca
Supported the exhibition of Parmigianino's "Schiava Turca" at the Frick Collection in New York
Piero della Francesca: Personal Encounters
Facilitated the display of four devotional paintings by Piero della Francesca at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Raphael's Lady with a Unicorn
Organized the U.S. exhibition of Raphael's "Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn" at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco and the Cincinnati Art Museum
Violence and Virtue: Artemisia Gentileschi’s Judith Slaying Holofernes
Supported the exhibition of Artemisia Gentileschi’s masterpiece at the Art Institute of Chicago
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Awarding annual honors for contributions to Italian culturePresents annual awards recognizing individuals in the United States and Italy who have made significant contributions to Italian art and culture. The FIAC Excellency Award and Awards in Italian Culture have been conferred annually since at least 2005, with ceremonies held in New York and other locations.
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Italian Cultural Heritage Programming 1 activity
- Facilitating cultural exchanges between U.S. and Italian institutionsServes as an intermediary to promote collaboration between American and Italian cultural organizations, supporting the loan of artworks, joint exhibitions, and scholarly initiatives. This includes facilitating loans from Italian museums such as Sicilian collections and Intesa Sanpaolo to U.S. venues.
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Art Museum Funding and Support 1 activity
- Supporting research, conservation, and exhibition projects through grantmakingFunds research, conservation, and curatorial initiatives focused on Italian art, enabling exhibitions at major U.S. institutions. Examples include support for Tintoretto’s Genesis paintings, Piero della Francesca: Personal Encounters, Artemisia Gentileschi’s Judith Slaying Holofernes, and exhibitions featuring Titian, Raphael, and Caravaggio across multiple American museums.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Leading museum reorganization and curatorial projects in ItalyOversees major curatorial and organizational initiatives at Italian cultural institutions, including leadership of the exhibition reorganization at the Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia and prior service as Director of the Archaeological Park of Pompei from 2014 to 2020.
- Organizing and sponsoring exhibitions of Italian art in the United StatesPlans, sponsors, and facilitates exhibitions of significant Italian artworks in major U.S. museums, including single-loan shows and multi-venue tours. Examples include Raphael's "Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn," Parmigianino's "Schiava Turca," and Leonardo da Vinci drawings from the Biblioteca Reale in Turin, displayed at institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Legion of Honor, and Birmingham Museum of Art.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$291K
Contributions & grants$265K91%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$25K9%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$308K
Program expenses96%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$70K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$632K
Cash$159K
Investments$473K
Liabilities$35K
Net assets$597K
Liquid reserves24.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| OLIVIA D'APONTE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 20 | $70K |
board members · 11
- ALANI ELKANN — PRESIDENT
- AMB DANIELE BODINI — CHAIRMAN
- ANGIE LO — TREASURER
- CARLO CLAVARINO — DIRECTOR
- DONNA PATRIZIA MEMMO RUSPOLI — DIRECTOR
- FRANCESCA BODINI — DIRECTOR
- JOHN DYSON — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH PERELLA — DIRECTOR
- MARIO GABELLI — DIRECTOR
- MASSIMO FERRAGAMO — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM B ACQUAVELLA — DIRECTOR
relationships · 43
Who they work with
- ACP Group Partner — Co-sponsored the gala dinner at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Antonello da Messina exhibition.
- Art Institute of Chicago Partner — Collaborated on the exhibition "Judith Slaying Holofernes" by Artemisia Gentileschi.
- Birmingham Museum of Art Partner — Co-hosted an exhibition of Leonardo da Vinci drawings organized by FIAC.
- Brooklyn Museum Partner — Recognized Anne Pasternak, its director, with the 2022 Award in Italian Culture.
- Bulgari Partner — Co-sponsored the gala dinner at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Antonello da Messina exhibition.
- Cameron Kitchin Partner — Recipient of the 2024 FIAC Award for leadership in advancing Italian art within museum institutions.
- Cincinnati Art Museum Partner — Collaborated on the exhibition and conservation project for Tintoretto’s Genesis paintings.
- De Young Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco Partner — Co-hosted an exhibition of Leonardo da Vinci drawings organized by FIAC.
- Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco Partner — Partnered on exhibitions of Italian Renaissance art at the Legion of Honor
- Fondazione di Palazzo Strozzi Partner — Collaborated on the exhibition "Verrocchio, the master of Leonardo."
- Galleria Borghese Partner — Facilitated the loan of Raphael's "Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn" for exhibition in San Francisco
- Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia Partner — Collaborates with the Gallerie dell'Accademia di Venezia through leadership in exhibition reorganization and restoration projects.
- Gallerie dell’Accademia di Venezia Partner — Collaborated on the research, conservation, and exhibition of Tintoretto’s Genesis paintings.
- Intesa Sanpaolo Partner — Collaborated on the loan of Caravaggio's "Martirio di Sant'Orsola" to the Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Italian Academy for Advanced Studies at Columbia University Partner — Hosted the Grinzane Masters award event in which FIAC participated.
- Italian Advisory Board Network — Advisory board responsible for nominating and selecting the American award recipient.
- Italian Ministry of Culture Government — Collaborates with FIAC to promote Italian cultural and artistic traditions in the United States.
- Italian Ministry of Culture Government — Recognizes leadership within the Italian Ministry of Culture through its awards program.
- Italian Ministry of Culture Partner — Collaborates with FIAC to bring Italian art to U.S. audiences.
- J. Paul Getty Museum Partner — Collaborates with awardees who have held curatorial and leadership roles at the institution.
- Kimbell Art Museum Partner — Partnered on the exhibition of Titian’s La Bella.
- Legion of Honor Partner — Hosted exhibitions of Italian Renaissance artworks including Raphael's "Portrait of a Lady with a Unicorn" and Parmigianino's "Schiava Turca"
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Collaborated on the Antonello da Messina exhibition and hosted a gala dinner in its honor.
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Collaborated on the exhibition of Caravaggio's "Martirio di Sant'Orsola"
- Metropolitan Museum of Art Partner — Hosted an exhibition of works by Antonello da Messina sponsored by FIAC.
- Minneapolis Institute of Arts Partner — Collaborates with awardees who have held curatorial and leadership roles at the institution.
- Museo Nacional del Prado Partner — Recognized Gabriele Finaldi, former Deputy Director for Collections and Research at the Prado, with an Italian Award in Italian Culture.
- National Gallery Partner — Recognized Gabriele Finaldi, Director of the National Gallery, with an Italian Award in Italian Culture.
- National Gallery of Art Partner — Collaborated on the exhibition of Renaissance sculptures from Orsanmichele in Florence.
- National Gallery of Art Partner — Exhibited restored Renaissance statues facilitated by FIAC.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Contextual & Comparative Art Analysis 13 orgsmethodology: comparative_analysisBy combining close analysis of artistic technique with historical and patronage context, the foundation deepens scholarly and public understanding of Italian art, because this comparative method reveals how artworks functioned in their original social and political environments, enriching interpretation beyond aesthetic appreciation.shared approach: Transnational Cultural Intermediary →
- Cultural Intermediary Model 13 orgsmethodology: cultural_intermediaryBy serving as a bridge between American and Italian cultural institutions, the foundation increases access to and appreciation of Italian art in the U.S., because institutional partnerships enable the movement of artworks, shared expertise, and coordinated programming that neither side could achieve independently.shared approach: Transnational Cultural Intermediary →
- Cultural Recognition as Diplomacy 13 orgsmethodology: cultural_diplomacy_through_recognitionBy publicly honoring individuals who advance Italian art and culture—especially those fostering transatlantic exchange—the foundation strengthens networks of cultural stewardship and incentivizes further engagement, because high-profile recognition elevates visibility and legitimizes sustained contributions to cultural preservation and dialogue.shared approach: Transnational Cultural Intermediary →