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.
President Joe Scalo swears in new member at November meeting . Past National President Michael Spano swears in Donna Brown District Governor FLII (right).
Upcoming Events
Heritage and Culture Celebration
Our Heritage and Culture Celebration is on Saturday September 26, 2026. Location is City Hall downtown Windermere from 11AM to 6PM. 2026 Festival Poster.
See all photos from previous Heritage Events here.
Win a Trip for two to Italy Raffle
We are finalizing the details for 2026 and will post the information as soon as it is available.
The 2024 Italy Trip Winner in Florence Italy
Our 2024 winner took this picture in September of 2025 while visiting Florence Italy as part of her personalized private tour. She was so clever to pose in front of a store that has the name of our organization UNICO. BRAVO!! Buy you ticket now and this could be you could be sending us a picture next year. The link is above, or scan the QR code. Only 300 tickets maximum will be sold so your odds are excellent.
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.
Recent Events
The Bocce Outing event was held on April 23. 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 25, 2025. 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)
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