TOSCANI
For those who can demonstrate Tuscan heritage, i.e. have a family history linked to Tuscan, or someone in their family is born in Tuscany.
Benefits at the Toscani level include:
Young Adult Benefits (18-35) - Study in Viareggio or Siena
The Mario Olla program (Intern in Italy fields for those with strong language skills and studies in Communications and Tourism)
Parco Nazionale (study agriculture in Italy.
For seniors
Other benefits include a program for older adults who have not been able to travel to Italy in 20 years due to financial constraints.
Soggiorno in Toscana per anziani (at least 60 years old): the region will contribute 500 euros for seniors who have not returned to Tuscany in 20 years.
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Benefits of being a member
Becoming a member of the Associazione Lucchesi nel Mondo is full of benefits!
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Toscani who can show a heritage from the Province of Lucca are eligible to receive the Medaglia d'Oro -an award for individuals who have promoted Lucca through educational works, ceramics, etc.
For information on becoming a member of the Lucchesi nel Mondo/Tuscany Club - Washington, DC, please visit our membership page.
Please refer to the association's By-Laws for more information on the purpose of the association, membership, the Board of Directors, general meetings and elections, and other guiding rules of the association.
The second level of membership is
AMICI
for those who are interested in the culture and history of Tuscany.
All members receive discounts to annual events, discounted Just Like Nonna classes, partial refund of tuition for language classes at Casa Italiana. Other benefits, including discounts on products in the USA and Italy, are under development.
