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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
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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. |
Events
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DINNER JOURNAL ADVERTISING 2022We are pleased to once again offer our beautiful dinner journal that will be seen by all dinner attendees and will be mailed to all who donate to the event. Our handsome souvenir Dinner Journal, commemorating the 450th Anniversary of the Founding of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus, is seen by all guests of the Ballo di Savoia Gala Dinner. You may submit advertisements or congratulatory messages to our Savoy Orders honorees: or commemorate the 450th anniversary of the founding year, in 1572, of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus. Donors who cannot attend the gala will be sent a copy of the journal after the event, so your ad or message will be seen by many more people! You may also download the Ballo di Savoia Journal Ad Subscription form and pay by check: The American Foundation of Savoy Orders, Inc., 100 Park Avenue, Suite 1653, New York, NY 10017 Dinner Journal ads are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Send artwork to amsavoy@aol.com. The Deadline for all Dinner Journal Submissions is November 28. |
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IN MEMORIAM - HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH ii
The members of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders mourn the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the United Kingdom’s longest-serving monarch who died on September 8 at Balmoral Castle after reigning for 70 years; she was 96. Her loss will be deeply felt throughout the country, the Realms and the Commonwealth, and by countless people around the world. We extend condolences to King Charles III and the entire Royal Family of the House of Windsor and their families for their loss and pray for the happy repose of her soul. |
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is pleased to announce the following three Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarships recipients for the 2022 - 2023 academic year:
Derek Ginoris of Florida Shawn M. Singh of New York Imane Mabrouk of Georgia |
Savoy Foundation‘s 2022 “Notte Di Savoia” Gala In Los Angeles Raises $150,000 for Caterina’s Club Charity Serving Homeless Children
On August 18, 2022, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders presented a record grant of $150,000 to Caterina’s Club, a Southern California based charity aiding homeless children with meals and housing, from funds raised from the Foundation's 2022 "Notte di Savoia" Charity Gala in Los Angeles at the Jonathan Club. The benefit gala was held on Saturday, April 9, 2022, in Los Angeles at the Jonathan Club. For more information, please view the press release.
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SAVOY FOUNDATION AND HEART OF NEIMAN MARCUS GRANT TO
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS
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On May 17, The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation partnered with The American Foundation of Savoy Orders to support the Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (BTW). We are proud to donate $34,000 to empower the next generation with equal access to educational opportunities and resources. This donation was made possible through the many generous donors who supported the fundraiser co-hosted by Chief Executive Officer, Geoffroy van Raemdonck, and Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia at The Zodiac restaurant at the downtown Dallas Neiman Marcus store. Built in 1922 as Dallas’ first African-American high school, BTW became the Arts Magnet High School in 1976, with a mission to teach a comprehensive curriculum in academics and the arts. |
Four departmental areas focus on music, dance, theater, and visual arts,while all students must complete the required courses mandated under Texas state education standards. This unique curriculum has made the school a center for excellence and an award-winning prototype for similar programs around the world. The school’s dual emphasis on arts and academics consistently produces a stellar list of graduates. Among those are Grammy winners Erykah Badu, Norah Jones, and the late Roy Hargrove. Other notable alums include dancer Jay Franke, Philadelphia Orchestra cellist John Koen, visual artists Christian Schumann and Chris Arnold, actress Elizabeth Mitchell, Broadway actor Cedric Neal, writer Wendy Calhoun, and singer Edie Brickell. |
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2021 SAVOY HISTORY SERIES VIDEO PREVIEW2021 SAVOY HISTORY SERIES VIDEO PREVIEW - Coming soon! A Virtual Repeat Presentation For those who were unable to attend the November 4, 2021 presentation by H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia at the Knickerbocker Club in New York City, there will be an opportunity to view a virtual presentation of the 17 Annual Savoy History Series by subscription. Enjoy the preview! |
The American Delegation is pleased to announce that HRH Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy, XVII Grand Master of the Order of Sts. Maurice and Lazarus, directed the Grand Chancellery of the Orders to convene a Chapter General of the Dynastic and Hereditary Orders of the Royal House of Savoy, in Geneva, Switzerland, during the weekend of October 8-9, 2022, and to celebrate the 450th anniversary of the founding of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus by Pope Gregory XIII in 1572. In honor of this special occasion, a medallion will be struck depicting the Grand Master's image. The commemorative medallion will be available to Dames and Knights of the Savoy Orders who participate in the gala charity dinner on Saturday, October 8, 2022, at the Four Seasons Hotel in Geneva. Proceeds of this year's charity gala will be donated to Mus-E Italia, which organizes art workshops in Italian schools located in suburbs and disadvantaged urban areas. |
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SAVOY FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH THE HEART OF NEIMAN MARCUS FOUNDATION FOR DALLAS, TEXAS EVENT BENEFITING HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS
SAVOY FOUNDATION - May 17, 2022, Dallas, Texas - Private Fundraiser Dinner Benefiting Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. Hosted by Geoffroy van Raemdonck and Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia together with American Foundation of Savoy Orders and The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation
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American Delegation of Savoy Orders’ member Officer Geoffroy van Raemdonck, CEO of Neiman Marcus Group with the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation, hosted a private dinner at the elegant Zodiac Restaurant in Neiman Marcus, Dallas. H.R.H. Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, Knight Grand Cross of the Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy and also a member of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders, co-hosted the elegant dinner. The event benefited Booker T. Washington (BTW) High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. What originally began as an African American school in 1922 and became Arts Magnet in 1976 is the training ground for 21st century scholar artists and empathic leaders. This outstanding school ensures that every student can reach their highest potential through critical youth arts educational programming. A contingent of Texas members of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders attended the special evening, including Regional Representatives of the Delegation, Dame Commander Dr. Catherine Stevenson of Houston, Texas and The Honorable Commander E. Wayne Bachus of Temple, Texas. The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is partnering with the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation to raise awareness and funds for BTW, and continue the legacy of support that has indelibly impacted BTW through an incredible variety of collaborative experiences, from priceless performance opportunities to program development, to artistic growth and professional access. Student musicians from the school performed at the event. |
SAVOY ORDERS - VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS OF AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS' ST. LAZARUS MASS FOLLOWED BY SAVOY FOUNDATION BENEFIT DINNER - APRIL 27, 2022
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EASTER GREETINGS 2022
FROM THE AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS |
2020 saint lazarus mass & dinner video retrospective
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SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANT TO MERCY SHIPS 2022 - WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR LIFE CHANGING CONTRIBUTIONS
We are grateful to our Savoy Orders members and friends whose contributions made it possible to provide life changing surgeries to poor children in Africa. This month, the Savoy Foundation made a significant donation to Mercy Ships, a US based charity whose Swiss affiliate was supported at the Savoy Orders gala dinner in Geneva, Switzerland last fall. Mercy Ships is resuming its mission of bringing hope and healing to poor children in Africa with a new hospital ship after halting its rescue missions during the pandemic. The newest ship, the Global Mercy, combined with Africa Mercy, will more than double the ability to provide life-changing surgeries. Plus, with dedicated classrooms to train local medical professionals, it will greatly increase the ability to strengthen healthcare in the places it serves. Thank you for your contributions to our Savoy Foundation fundraising events. You truly helped restore the hope these children have to live normal lives and at the same time help us fulfill our Savoy Foundation mission of "Chivalry for Children's Causes." |
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CHRISTMAS GREETINGS
FROM THE AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - The American Foundation of Savoy Orders is pleased to announce the following three Savoy Orders Pigott Scholarship recipients for the 2021-2022 academic year. Alexis Cheney of New York Thomas Flannery of New York MaryJane Johnson of Connecticut |
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The annual Capitolo Generale (Chapter General) of the Dynastic and Hereditary Orders of the Royal House of Savoy will be held in Geneva, on Friday, October 29 through Sunday, October 31, 2021 at the Hotel InterContinental. A private American Delegation tour is planned for Monday, November 1 after the Capitolo. As soon as it is available, American Delegation members will receive the Chancellery's Invitation to these unique events which we will supplement, as usual, with our Delegation program of additional special events: a collegial Delegation welcome dinner in Geneva on Friday evening (October 29) and an all-day Monday tour of historic Savoy Dynasty history venues in the environs of Lake Geneva. Please note that based on the Chancellery's rules, only members of the Savoy Orders in good standing, i.e., who are current in their payment of annual quota or who are exempt from those obligations, are invited to attend. For those who would like to participate in these events in Geneva, we suggest you mark your calendars now and kindly notify us of your interest as soon as possible. Your early response will help us to create a better program for our Delegation members and their guests. |