Italian Society of Savannah

To cherish the recollections of our homes and the birthplace of ourselves and our forefathers, to promote good fellowship among Italians and their descendants in this their adopted City and Country, and to promote an appreciation of Italian arts, culture, and science.

Awards and Presentations
Members Emeritus
An Emeritus membership, as defined in the Society by-laws, is a category that exists to celebrate local Italian Americans who have performed outstanding service to the community. Such individuals shall be granted this status by a majority vote at the annual luncheon meeting in October. Emeritus members are not required to pay annual dues but are required to pay for the cost of any event they may attend.
  Peter Scardino, M.D.
  Judge Anthony Alaimo
  Phillip A Cerbone
 

Distinguished Service Award
The Distinguished Service Award is conferred upon an individual of the Society in recognition of exceptional and longstanding service to the membership.
  Otto Aliffi, 2009
  Robert Schivera 2022
  Robert DiBenedetto, M.D., 2012
  David Pelliccione, 2014
  Robert Lupacchino, 2015
  Anthony Costrini, 2023
  O.C. Welch, 2024
   


Lifetime Achievement Award
The Lifetime Achievement Award is conferred upon an individual of Italian descent who has made significant contributions to his community or country and whose achievements are well documented.
  Anthony Schopp, 2009
  Louis Molella, 2010
  Robert DiBenedetto, M.D., 2011

Honorary Member
 Judge Michael Pesce