UNICO which means unique or one of a kind in Italian is the largest Italian American Service organization in the United States. The Acronym stands for Unity, Neighborliness, Integrity, Charity, Opportunity. We’re glad you found us! The Greater Orlando Chapter is part of UNICO National which was founded in 1922 and has been a member chapter since 2022. We raise money for local charities that meet our mission objectives of Heritage and Culture, Education, Cooley’s Anemia research, Cancer research, Mental Health, and Anti-Bias. Our Foundation is a 501c3 which governs how we can raise and distribute funds while allowing for the maximum tax benefit for our donors. All the information you want to know about our chapter activities can be found under the categories to the left. This page contains upcoming events and the most current fund raising projects listed for your convenience and we invite you to check out the entire site. We especially would like for you to visit the Membership page or view the latest communication from our Chapter President.
Upcoming Events
Next chapter event will be a Regular Member Meeting. Date to be poster in January.
Mid Year Meeting in Chicago in March. Check Unico National website for details.
Trip for two to Italy Raffle
Tickets are $100 each. Maximum of 300 tickets will be sold. This trip is a 10 day customizable private tour, not a group tour that you may select the destinations. Since the minimum of 100 tickets has been sold the drawing for the trip will take place on December 31, 2024 at Bella Italia Restaurant 13848 Tilden Rd. Winter Garden, Florida.
Follow this link https://winatrip2italy.ourraffle.org or Scan the QR code below.
Regular Meetings
January 12, 2025 at 2:00PM at Bella Italia Restaurant 13848 Tilden Rd. Winter Garden, FL .
Columbus Facts and Fiction Video
Click this link to view a YouTube video of an academic account of Christopher Columbus that will inform viewers of the truisms and falsehoods that surround Columbus with historical facts, not unproven rhetoric.
Recent Events
The 2023 Bocce Outing event was held on April 23, 2023. Select the Bocce Outing Tab to read more about the event. Click here to view pictures of the event.
The Italian Heritage and Culture event was held on October 26, 2024. Select the Heritage & Culture Tab to read more about the event. Click here to view pictures of the event.
The 2024 Christmas Party was held December 8, 2024. Select the Christmas Party Tab to read more about the event. Click here to view pictures of the event.
National Convention Pictures
To read more about how Orlando members participated in the National Convention visit our Convention page.
Click the picture link to be taken to the UNICO National Picture Gallery. There you can view pictures of conventions going back for over 25 years. Picture Link
Chapter By-Laws
The chapter Constitution and By-Laws and amendments are posted here for member and prospective member convenience. The amendments are important, so don’t forget to view them as well. Click to view Constitution and By-Laws UNICO Greater Orlando Chapter Constitution and Bylaws 01.23.22) (2) (3) Click here for the Amendments Greater Orlando Chapter Amendment to Constitution – ByLaws (05.07.23)