Italian Heritage Foundation of Rochester

Friends of IHF

The Friends Program is a community of supporters dedicated to advancing the Italian Heritage Foundation’s mission of removing barriers to education through scholarships and student-focused initiatives. By becoming a Friend, you help create opportunities for deserving students while preserving the values of generosity, heritage, and community that define our organization. We are grateful to our current members for their continued commitment and invite new supporters to join us in making a lasting impact on the lives of local students for generations to come.

A Message From the Chairman

Dear Friend,

We hope this message finds you and your family well. Thank you for being a valued part of our community — your continued support means everything to our mission.

At the Italian Heritage Foundation, we believe in being transparent about how your contributions are used. Every dollar we receive supports local schools and educational programs, providing students with valuable resources, opportunities, and experiences that enrich their learning.

Most importantly, 100% of all funds received go directly to schools and educational initiatives; we do not deduct administrative fees or retain any portion of these contributions. Our commitment is simple: every donation benefits students and schools.

Your past support has made a meaningful difference, and we would be honored to welcome you back to our mission.

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to education. We look forward to staying connected and continuing to make a positive impact together.

With sincere appreciation,
Mark Eldin
Friends Chairman

Thank You to our Current Friends

A T Property Solutions
Alliance Doors & Hardware, Inc.
Anthony Gullace ~ Max Rochester
Barbara Nino ~ International Art Acquisitions, Inc.
Bernard J. Iocovangelo ~ Faber Construction Co., Inc.
Bill & Pat Wilson
Bishop Kearney
Christopher Calabrese
D’Agostino General Contractors, Inc.
Dan Christa ~ Metro Real Estate Services of WNY, LLC
David Bonacchi ~ Monroe School Transportation
Don & Mary Alhart
Donald & Pam Rhoda ~ the Red Barn
Doug & Mark Meeson ~ Vay-Schleich & Meeson
Douglas Calabrese ~ Conking & Calabrese Co., Inc.
Dr. Charles Cavallaro ~ D.O. Concierge Medicine, PLLC
Dr. John Coniglio, MD LLC
Dr. Joseph & Mary Carbone ~ Rochester Foot Care Associates
Dr. Robert & Brenda Cafarell
Edmund Calvaruso
Edmund Viele
Elaine Spaull ~ The Center for Youth
Florence Tripi
Francis & Alina Catanzaro
Frank DeFelice ~ DeFelice Development, Inc.
Gallina Development
Gary L. Albanese, Alby Properties
Genaro Felix, Genesee Valley Club
George & Clora Cefalu
Gerard & Anthony DiMarco ~ Security Mortgage Group, LLC
Gerald & Carolyn Kershanbaum
Honorable Michael Telesca
James & Teresa Martin ~ James Martin LLC
James D. Brown of the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center
Joel DiMarco ~ Admar
Jim Agostonelli
Jim Verdi
John Caruso ~ Passero Associates
John Colaruotulo ~ Anco Builders & Casa Larga Vineyards
John DiMarco, II ~ DiMarco Group
John T. Nothnagle ~ Nothnagle Realtors
Joseph & Nancy Rube
Lauren & Brian Kolb ~ Genesee Valley Trust
Lawrence Cantabene
Lou Bivone
Marco Muoio
Michael Palumbo
Michael & Christine Russo
Michael & Connie Tambe ~ Tambe Electric
Paul DeCarolis ~ DeCarolis Truck Rental
Peter Lawrence
Raymond & Beverly LeChase
Raymond Colaruotolo
Richard Cicero ~ Cicero & Cicero
Richard & Laura Rinaldi
Richard Trovato ~ Auto Finishers Supply Co.
Robert W. Hickey & Co., CPAs
Rocco & Christine Platino ~ EFP Rotenberg
Ryan A. Lown ~ Phillips Lytle LLP
Sam Bonacci ~ 893 Ridge Rd Properties Inc.
Samuel & Marlene Dattilo
Sande L. Macaluso
Simon & Josephine Braitman
Stephen D’Orazio
Thomas & Amy Ioele
Tom O’Neil
Viele, Solimano, Swagler & Chapman CPA
Vito Quatela, MD