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American Delegation of Savoy Orders
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Message from the Grand Master of the Savoy Orders, H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy
It is a pleasure to welcome you to the official web site of the American Delegation of the Dynastic Orders of the House of Savoy. I trust that all who avail themselves of this site will find its contents informative and useful.
In addition to this being the first official English language resource for information about the Savoy Orders, it will also contain communications issued by the Royal Institute of the House of Savoy and by other Delegations of the Savoy Orders around the world. I encourage you to visit the site often, and I hope that you will enjoy it.
As Grand Master of the Savoy Orders it is particularly important to me that through this medium you will be able to learn about the history of my family, the Savoy Orders, and the activities being undertaken by the American Delegation. It is by understanding our common heritage and traditions that we are able to best serve our fellow citizens of the world through humanitarian works and public service.
Victor Emmanuel
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Message from the Grand Chancellor of the Savoy Orders, Cav. Gr. Cr. Johannes Niederhauser
As Grand Chancellor of the Savoy Orders I, too, am pleased to welcome you to the official website of the American Delegation. This important Delegation has taken a leadership role in this respect, and I am delighted to know that its members and the English speaking people around the world will now have access to so much important information about Savoy history, about our Orders, and about the philanthropic activities we have all worked hard to promote. I want to commend the enthusiasm and energy that have been displayed by the members of the American Delegation who have made this website possible. Without their tireless efforts none of this could have been achieved. I feel sure that as the site grows and develops it will serve to enhance our ability to reach an ever growing number of people, not only in America, but also in other parts of the world. Thank you for visiting this site. Johannes Niederhauser |
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Message of the American Delegate, Cav. Gr. Cr. Avv. Carl J. Morelli
I am happy to introduce you to the official website of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders. It is my honor to serve as Delegate of H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy to represent the Dynastic Orders of the House of Savoy in the United States of America and Canada. The Delegate's duties are to administer the affairs of the Savoy Orders in North America, act as liaison with the Chancellery of the Savoy Orders in Geneva, Switzerland, and to cooperate with the charitable and humanitarian efforts of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Incorporated, an independent New York 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. I hope that through the abundance of information you will find in our website you will come to know more about the ancient principles, purposes and history of the Savoy Orders and their philanthropic mission in the modern world. I am grateful to Their Royal Highnesses for the enduring support and encouragement which they have given to me, and I am also thankful to the many members of the American Delegation who have given so generously of their time and talent to help create this website. We intend to keep its contents up to date, and to improve it at every opportunity. I hope that you will find it easy to navigate, and I would welcome your comments and suggestions for ways to improve and expand it. Thank you for visiting our site. Carl J. Morelli, American Delegate |
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ABOUT THE AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS
The American Delegation of Savoy Orders is part of the International Association of Dames and Knights of the Royal House of Savoy. The Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy are historically dedicated to works of charity. While deeply rooted in the past, the Savoy Orders are actively engaged in the challenges of modern society. Activities of the American Delegation include financial support of the fundraising charitable, humanitarian, cultural and education events of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Incorporated, a 501(c) 3 registered charity. The American Delegation also organizes and participates in social activities and events nationally and internationally throughout the year.
On a national level, each year the Savoy Orders sponsor a number of social activities, anniversary observances and religious services. Activities of the American Delegation include financial support of the fundraising charitable, humanitarian, cultural and educational events of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Incorporated. The Delegation also arranges for the Knights and Dames of the Savoy Orders to attend the celebration of Masses during the year: a commemorative Mass and dinner for St. Lazarus Day in February or March and an Investiture Ceremony and Mass in December in conjunction with the Savoy Foundation's annual winter reception and gala dinner dance, Ballo di Savoia.
On an international level, the American Delegate, with members, candidates and friends of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders, attends the annual Capitolo Generale (Chapter General) of the Savoy Orders, usually held each year in Geneva, Switzerland or in Rome, Italy. Preceding the formal investiture ceremonies, the American Delegate welcomes the American members, candidates and their families and friends at a private welcome dinner at a local restaurant or private club. The next day, a formal installation ceremony is presided over by H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy, the Grand Master, together with the Grand Chancellor of the Savoy Orders and members of the Royal Family. On this occasion, diplomas and insignia are presented to the new members and newly promoted members of the Savoy Orders. The same evening, a formal benefit gala dinner raises funds for the international charitable works of the Savoy Orders. The following day there is a solemn Mass and procession of Knights and Dames in their church robes, followed by a benefit luncheon.
The American Delegation of Savoy Orders is part of the International Association of Dames and Knights of the Royal House of Savoy. The Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy are historically dedicated to works of charity. While deeply rooted in the past, the Savoy Orders are actively engaged in the challenges of modern society. Activities of the American Delegation include financial support of the fundraising charitable, humanitarian, cultural and education events of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Incorporated, a 501(c) 3 registered charity. The American Delegation also organizes and participates in social activities and events nationally and internationally throughout the year.
On a national level, each year the Savoy Orders sponsor a number of social activities, anniversary observances and religious services. Activities of the American Delegation include financial support of the fundraising charitable, humanitarian, cultural and educational events of the American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Incorporated. The Delegation also arranges for the Knights and Dames of the Savoy Orders to attend the celebration of Masses during the year: a commemorative Mass and dinner for St. Lazarus Day in February or March and an Investiture Ceremony and Mass in December in conjunction with the Savoy Foundation's annual winter reception and gala dinner dance, Ballo di Savoia.
On an international level, the American Delegate, with members, candidates and friends of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders, attends the annual Capitolo Generale (Chapter General) of the Savoy Orders, usually held each year in Geneva, Switzerland or in Rome, Italy. Preceding the formal investiture ceremonies, the American Delegate welcomes the American members, candidates and their families and friends at a private welcome dinner at a local restaurant or private club. The next day, a formal installation ceremony is presided over by H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy, the Grand Master, together with the Grand Chancellor of the Savoy Orders and members of the Royal Family. On this occasion, diplomas and insignia are presented to the new members and newly promoted members of the Savoy Orders. The same evening, a formal benefit gala dinner raises funds for the international charitable works of the Savoy Orders. The following day there is a solemn Mass and procession of Knights and Dames in their church robes, followed by a benefit luncheon.
a message to all members and friends of the savoy orders
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Dear Members and Friends of the Savoy Orders,
We join with His Royal Highness Prince Vittorio Emanuele of Savoy, our Grand Master, in sending our support, appreciation and the very best of wishes to all people and their loved ones who are affected by the global pandemic. On behalf of everyone at the office of the American Delegation, our hearts go out to all those impacted by COVID-19—this includes not only those diagnosed with the virus, but also their friends and family, those whose jobs and schools have been impacted and so many more. We have taken a number of precautionary steps to minimize the risk to our members and friends by postponing or cancelling our upcoming and scheduled events: the 2020 Notte di Savoia in Los Angeles, California on April 4, the Festa della Primavera Spring Reception/Chivalry Award Presentation in early June and the Savoy Orders table supporting the Path to Peace Foundation Gala on May 20, 2020. The situation is changing rapidly, and to do our part in slowing the spread of the virus, we have decided to temporarily close our office but we are working remotely from our homes to process requests and update our members through emails, our website www.savoia.org and through our social media channels on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Meanwhile, we are organizing the virtual Notte di Savoia and will notify you in the next week or so on how to support our beneficiary charity - Caterina's Club - during this time of even greater need, because schools are closed and funds are particularly needed to transition to alternate methods of providing kids with warm meals and permanent housing. Above all, stay safe, stay well, keep connected and feel supported. You are all part of our worldwide organization that is responding in the best traditions of our Savoy Orders with our principal objective of caring for underprivileged children, the sick and the poor. Confraternally, Carl J. Morelli, Delegate Joseph Sciame, Vice Delegate |
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CORONAVIRUS – A MESSAGE TO THE ITALIAN PEOPLE FROM H.R.H. PRINCE VITTORIO EMANUELE OF SAVOY On the occasion of the 159th anniversary of the proclamation of the Kingdom of Italy, H.R.H. Prince Vittorio Emanuele of Savoy wishes to express his closeness and solidarity to all Italians who are facing the coronavirus emergency. READ THE FULL TEXT |
Upcoming Events
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Dear Members and Friends of the Savoy Orders, The Third Annual Notte di Savoia-Spring Charity Gala is the Savoy Foundation's premier fundraising event on the West Coast. It has created an opportunity for hundreds of people to gather to support children's causes and its mission. This Year COVID-19 is creating unprecedented circumstances. After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the live celebration, which was scheduled for April 4 at the Montage Resort, and proceed with a virtual online-only giving event. Because schools are officially shut down, children are missing their daily lunches. Even if a child's after-school program has closed, Chef Bruno Serato of Caterina's Club is offering to provide a fresh pasta dinner for children to take home. We are now organizing the online format for the Notte di Savoia III giving event so that children that rely on meals can be helped. Caterina's Club also provides grants to motel and homeless families so they can move into their own apartments and become self-sufficient. All these high-impact areas of the Savoy Foundation's "Chivalry for Children's Causes" mission will benefit from the upcoming online fundraiser. We will send further details as soon as our virtual online format is available. Cordially, Daniel J. McClory Florentina McClory Event Chairs |
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PATH TO PEACE GALA
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Recent events
FIFTEENTH ANNUAL ST. LAZARUS MASS AND DINNER - FEBRUARY 24, 2020
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NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - On February 24, 2020, the Knights and Dames of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders of the Royal House of Savoy and their guests participated in the fifteenth annual St. Lazarus Mass at the Church of St. Jean Baptiste in New York City. H.R.H. Cav. Gr. Cr. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, the nephew of the Grand Master H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy, joined the American Delegation for the mass. After the Mass, members and friends of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders participated in a confraternal dinner in the private dining room of Orsay Restaurant in New York City. HRH Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia was the honored guest. |
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H.E. TIMOTHY CARDINAL DOLAN 'S RECEPTION FOR AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS -
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His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan Hosts Their Royal Highnesses Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy and HRH Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia together with members of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders at his residence on Sunday morning, December 15, 2019 before the annual Procession and Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick
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American Delegate Knight Grand Cross Carl J. Morelli, HRH Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy, HRH Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia and Vice Delegate Knight Grand Cross Joseph Sciame line up for the Procession and Mass at the Cathedral of Saint Patrick on December 15, 2019.
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INVESTITURE CEREMONY AND MASS OF THE AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS
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Recent National EventsSTONINGTON, (CONNECTICUT) - On Saturday, August 24, 2019, members and friends of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders enjoyed a special social occasion, an outdoor picnic lunch, good company and the final annual Sergio Franchi Memorial Concert. The annual concert has been a staple of the cultural and musical life of New England and organized by consoeur Dama Eva Franchi, in memory of her late husband. Event expenses for members of the Savoy Orders were graciously underwritten by the generosity of Comm. George C. White and Dama Elizabeth White. 
NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - The American Delegation of Savoy Orders organized its annual table at the Path To Peace Foundation Gala. The 2019 recipient of the Path to Peace Award was Church in Need, honored for its humanitarian and pastoral work in support of persecuted Christians around the world. His Excellency Archbishop Bernardito Auza, permanent observer of the Holy See to the United Nations is the president of the Path to Peace Foundation.
NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders' annual Festa della Primavera Spring Reception was held in New York City at the Columbus Citizens Foundation townhouse on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. During the event, the Savoy Foundation's Seventh Chivalry Award was presented to The New York Foundling in recognition of its 150th anniversary founding and dedication to children's welfare. This evening also commemorated the 100th Anniversary of the complete unification of Italy with the addition of Trentino, South Tyrol and Trieste under the peace treaties of the First World War in 1919. The event benefited the Savoy Orders inaugural campaign - Chivalry for Children's Causes. Press Release NEW YORK (NEW YORK) - The Savoy Foundation launched a new campaign initiative - Chivalry for Children’s Causes - with the presentation of a substantial grant to the Southern California-based charity, Caterina’s Club, for its work providing meals, housing and job training for disadvantaged children and families. The grant was presented to founder Cavaliere Bruno Serato during the Festa della Primavera Annual Spring Event on June 11, 2019 in New York City. Press Release 
HRH Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy, Cavaliere Bruno Serato, Founder of Caterina's Club with Beneficiary Family
LOS ANGELES (CALIFORNIA) - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders' second annual Notte di Savoia was held in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at the Montage Beverly Hills. His Royal Highness Emanuele Filiberto di Savoia, Prince of Venice, Prince of Piedmont, was the guest of honor at this very special evening to benefit the Savoy Foundation's humanitarian and charitable giving initiatives, particularly Caterina's Club, which provides access to nutritional food, stable housing and job training for youth. Please view the 2019 Notte di Savoia press release. |