Greater Orlando UNICO — Unity, Neighborliness, Integrity, Charity, Opportunity

GREATER ORLANDO CHAPTER OF UNICO

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. We are 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 MENU selections on top or bottom of the page. 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

  • 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 where you can view pictures of conventions going back over 25 years.
  • Chapter Meeting - Open to the public — Sunday 10/18/26 at Belle Italia Restaurant 13848 Tilden Rd. Winter Garden, FL at 2:00PM.

Recent Events

Heritage and Culture Festival

Our Heritage and Culture Festival was on Saturday September 26, 2026 at the Windermere Townhall and was well attended. Thanks to all the food truck vendors and volunteers that made it possible.

2026 Festival volunteers
2026 Festival Volunteers

Heritage and Culture Celebration Dinner

On Friday October 2, 2026 at the Windermere Towne Hall there was a fantastic celebration with UNICO National President Brian Guarco (second from Left) in attendance. Guest speaker Roberto Masiero (second from right) founder of Renaissance Evolution Foundation delivered a powerful heritage and culture presentation.

2026 Heritage and Culture Celebration Dinner
2026 Heritage & Culture Dinner

Regular Meetings

Usually the second Sunday of the month at 2:00PM, location Bella Italia Restaurant 13848 Tilden Rd. Winter Garden, FL. Once the date is confirmed we will post it here.

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.

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.