You can be a “National Member” of UNICO, and support our goals … even if there is no UNICO National Chapter in your area!
UNICO National is a nationwide service organization. Its members are exclusively US citizens of Italian heritage or married to those of Italian heritage. Members must be of good character and reputation. Local chapters across the country are united in a national chain. They work on local and national projects, to uplift the prestige of the Italian American community. UNICO is non-political and non-sectarian
UNICO grants scholarships, promotes Italian study chairs, observes Columbus Day with appropriate activities, supports programs aiding underprivileged and special needs children, community and civic activities, mental health, cancer and Cooley’s anemia research. It also promotes good fellowship among members.
You can! If you are of Italian lineage or married to an Italian American, as long as you remain of good character and reputation. National Membership is available ONLY if you do not have a local Chapter near where you live.
National Members must be approved. You will be notified in writing upon approval.
You can! If you are of Italian lineage or married to an Italian American, as long as you remain of good character and reputation. National Membership is available ONLY if you do not have a local Chapter near where you live.
National Members must be approved. You will be notified in writing upon approval.
It means you can support the national goals and projects of UNICO National without participating as a member of a local chapter; however, you are most certainly welcome to become a chapter member if you wish. As a “National Member” you will receive the ComUNICO magazine, a National Membership certificate suitable for framing, invitations to National Conventions, a UNICO lapel pin, and the ability to share friendship and common goals with other outstanding Italian Americans.
UNICO was organized in Waterbury, Connecticut in 1922 when a group of Italian Americans led by Dr. Anthony P. Vastola began providing service to the community. The idea then spread to several other cities in the East where additional chapters were chartered. The first UNICO convention was held in New York City in 1930. The National Italian Civic League, a similar organization, was established in Omaha, Nebraska in 1931 and spread to about 15 cities in the West. Both groups continued their fine work during the ensuing years. In 1946 efforts began to affect a merger, ultimately creating one national organization. On July 4, 1947, at a convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, UNICO National was born.
Yes. At any time, you can convert your National Membership to active membership in a Chapter, taking part in all local meetings and activities.
What does it cost to join?
$65 per year
I am pleased to apply for membership as a National Member of UNICO National. I understand that my membership application will be reviewed by the UNICO National Board of Directors. Your National Membership includes a subscription to ComUNICO magazine.
After completing the application, please proceed to the payment section below. Thank you.