Italian American Museum of Los Angeles received a grant to support the production of free, multidisciplinary arts performances presented at the IAMLA and other locations in Los Angeles County that will acquaint the public, especially youth and underserved communities, with the varied artistry of the Italian diaspora. Funding will support the production of programming, including professional fees as well as staff salaries related to the production of programming. The mission of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles is to foster understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research, historic preservation, exhibitions and educational programs that examine the history and continuing contributions of Italian Americans in multi-ethnic Los Angeles and the United States. Italian American Museum of Los Angeles also received a grant from the Leo Buscaglia Foundation in March 2015.
By providing job training, mentoring, employment and college credit, many young people IAMLA has hosted as museum interns are enjoying success in their respective careers in the arts, education, museum studies, etc., and have become highly motivated, contributing members of society.