About the Alghini Institute
Preserving Italian American heritage through education, community, and cultural celebration
The Alghini Institute for Italian Americans (AIIA) was founded with a singular vision: to create a comprehensive digital hub that celebrates, preserves, and promotes the rich cultural heritage of Italian Americans across the United States.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are committed to providing accessible educational resources, fostering community connections, and ensuring that the stories, traditions, and contributions of Italian Americans are preserved for future generations.
Through our digital platform, we serve as a bridge between past and present, connecting Italian Americans with their heritage while building a vibrant community for the future.
Our Work Today
Story Preservation
Collecting and archiving Italian American family histories, oral traditions, and immigration records.
Educational Resources
Building curriculum materials and research guides for families, educators, and community organizations.
Community Engagement
Fostering connections among Italian Americans through cultural programs and shared heritage initiatives.
Nonprofit Foundation
Growing a long-term 501(c)(3) infrastructure for research, digital preservation, and public education.
What Drives Us
Preserve
Safeguarding the stories, traditions, and cultural contributions of Italian Americans for future generations.
Connect
Building a vibrant digital community where Italian Americans can share experiences and strengthen bonds.
Educate
Providing accessible resources about Italian American history, language, cuisine, and cultural practices.
Celebrate
Honoring the enduring legacy and ongoing contributions of Italian Americans to society.
Our Vision
Just as the piazza has always been the heart of Italian community life, we envision a digital gathering place where Italian Americans come together to share, learn, and celebrate.
Our platform brings together cultural archives, educational resources, community stories, and heritage preservation tools in one accessible space — a modern piazza for the digital age.
Board of Directors
The stewards guiding our mission to preserve Italian American heritage
Christopher Alghini
Founder & President
Technical Systems Architect at Cisco with 20+ years in technology, collaboration engineering, and community building.
Open Position
Board Seat Open
Vice President
We are seeking a leader with nonprofit governance experience and a passion for Italian American cultural preservation.
Open Position
Board Seat Open
Treasurer
We are seeking a financial professional to oversee fiscal responsibility, budgets, and donor stewardship.
Open Position
Board Seat Open
Secretary
We are seeking an organized professional to manage records, compliance filings, and board meeting minutes.
Interested in joining our board? Get in touch
Build the Piazza With Us
Whether you want to support our work, share your story, or join the community, we invite you to be part of our journey.