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American Delegation of Savoy Orders

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Welcome Messages

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​​​Message from the Grand Master of the Savoy Orders, H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy

Message from the Grand Chancellor of the Savoy Orders, Cav. Gr. Cr. Dott. Johannes Niederhauser

Message from the American Delegate of the Savoy Orders, Cav. Gr. Avv. Carl J. Morelli​


Welcome to the website of the
American Delegation of Savoy Orders

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The American Delegation of Savoy Orders is one among 35 delegations of the Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy located throughout Europe, Japan, and the Americas.

The Dynastic Orders of the Royal House of Savoy are among the oldest orders of chivalry in the world. Their origins and their principles, traditions and humanitarian goals, like those of Royal House of Savoy that has the hereditary right to confer them, date back a thousand years.

The Head of the House of Savoy and current Grand Master is H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel of Savoy, Prince of Naples, who succeeded his father, the last king of Italy, Umberto II (1904-1983), who had succeeded his father King Victor Emmanuel III of Savoy (1869-1947). The hereditary crown prince is H.R.H. Prince Emmanuel Philibert of Savoy, Prince of Venice (1972). The Grand Chancellery of the Savoy Orders is in Geneva, Switzerland. Cav. Gr. Cr. Johannes Niederhauser, Grand Chancellor of the Savoy Orders; and Cav. Gr. Cr. Avv. Carl J. Morelli, American Delegate of the Savoy Orders.

This web site is designed to provide information about the Savoy Dynasty, the Savoy Orders, its members, activities, news and recent events, as well as links to related sites on the Internet. Inaugurated in 2003, it is the first web site in English to gather in one place the history of Savoy, the Savoy family, and the Savoy Orders of chivalry; as well as information about the activities and members of the Savoy Orders (please note, however, that the Members Page is password protected).
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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.

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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
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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Calendar of Events
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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.

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​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

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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Event Chairmen Daniel and Florentina McClory with H.R.H. Prince Emmanuel of SAvoy
JOIN US FOR A
GALA EVENT
TO FEED HUNGRY KIDS

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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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POST EVENT PRESS RELEASE

2021 Royal Savoy Ball -Ballo di Savoia
Video Highlights, December 11, 2021

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS
FROM THE AMERICAN DELEGATION OF SAVOY ORDERS


PURCHASE SAVOY BALL WEEKEND PHOTOGRAPHS​


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SAVOY BALL PHOTOGRAPHS
INVESTITURE
WELCOME RECEPTION
SUNDAY PROCESSION

 SUPPORT THE FOUNDATION'S EVENT BENEFICIARY
THE NEW YORK FOUNDLING SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM


FUND-A-NEED
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2021 Ballo di Bavoia Weekend Schedule of Events and Protocols

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ITINERARY
EVENT PROTOCOLS
COMMUNION GUIDELINES
COVID GUIDELINES

2021 SAVOY HISTORY SERIES POST EVENT VIDEO PREVIEW

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POST EVENT PRESS RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE
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SAVOY ORDERS PIGOTT SCHOLARSHIPS ANNOUNCEMENT
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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.
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H.R.H. Prince Amedeo of Savoy-Aosta, Duke of Aosta

in memoriam


The members of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders mourn the passing of H.R.H. Prince Amedeo of Savoy-Aosta, Duke of Aosta who died on June 1, in Arezzo, Italy.

Prince Amedeo was born in Florence, Italy on September 27, 1943, the only child of Prince Aimone, Duke of Spoleto, and Princess Irene of Greece and Denmark.
 
We extend condolences to the head of the House of Savoy, H.R.H. Prince Victor Emmanuel, to the new Duke of Aosta, H.R.H. Prince Aimone of Savoy-Aosta and their families.

SAVE THE DATE - PATH TO PEACE FOUNDATION GALA - NOVEMBER 16, 2021
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - The annual Path to Peace Foundation Gala will be held on November 16, 2021, from 6-10 pm at the Pierre Hotel in New York City. The honoree will be His Excellency António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations.

The American Delegation of Savoy Orders is organizing a table of American Delegation members and friends in support of the work of the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York. Please email the Savoy office if you wish to attend.

(Photo right) Members of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders with His Excellency Archbishop Celestino Migliore, Apostolic Nuncio and Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations (center) and a member of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders at the 2009 Path to Peace Foundation gala dinner in New York City.

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 Recent  Events

SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANTS $75,000 TO THE NEW YORK FOUNDLING'S PROGRAM AIDING CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

NEW YORK, NEW YORK  - On April 28, 2021, the American Foundation of Savoy Orders presented a $75,000 grant to the New York Foundling’s habilitation programs for children with developmental disabilities from contributions raised from its fundraising campaign, which began with the Savoy Foundation’s first-ever virtual charity broadcast of the Ballo di Savoia (Savoy Ball) in December 12, 2020. The virtual event, hosted on its newly launched YouTube channel, continued to generate donations from members and of the American Delegation of Savoy Orders through March 2021.  Over 500 Savoy Orders members and guests tuned in to view the elegant video presentation, which captured the essence of past Savoy Ball events and highlighted the historic mission of the Savoy Orders. 
PRESS RELEASE
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​SAVOY FOUNDATION GRANTS $360,000 DURING COVID CRISIS
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​NEW YORK, NEW YORK - August 19, 2020- The Savoy Foundation announced record setting grants of $360,000 to support children's welfare causes, elder care, university scholarships, education programs and church support for essential community services during the unprecedented COVID-19 health and economic crisis.