Help Genevieve Achieve Her Italian Heritage Goals
$5 -30: Helping Hands
Helps me register with the Anagrafe degli Italiani Residenti all'Estero (AIRE), or the Registry of Italians Living Abroad;
Arrange and oversee my appointment with the Italian Consulate;
Conduct genealogy research; and,
Plants 1-Tree.
Donor receives
Hand written thank you card.
$31 - 50: Translations
Covers the costs of translations into Italian, as these need to be done by a certified translator;
Funds the translation of significant documents, such as medical or legal papers, as you move to work or reside in Italy; and,
Plants 2-Trees.
Donor receives
A coffee mug; and,
Hand written thank you card.
$51 - 70: US Documents Procurement
Pays for the procurement of important documents on my behalf, such as, birth, marriage, and death certificates from any of the 50 states or the federal government;
These must be obtained these in the official formats required by the Italian government and ready for Apostille certification; and,
Plants 3-Trees.
Donor receives
A 2025 Calendar; and,
Hand written thank you card.
$71 - 100: Apostille
Pays for the Apostille’s services which are for legal document authentication that is required by the Italian government;
The Apostille certifies that the translation is accurate and confirms the authenticity of documents from the United States to be submitted to the appropriate Italian consulate; and,
Plants 5-Trees
Donor receives
An 8x10’ or 10x10” Print; and,
Hand written thank you card.
$101 - 249: Italian Vital Records
Pays for the cost of obtaining official copies birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce records, evidence of civil unions, death records, and death certificates that are located in Italy and the international shipping costs; and,
Plants 7-Trees
Donor receives
An 12”x12 or 11x14” or 12x18” Print; and,
Hand written thank you card.
$250+ = Italian Ancestor’s Naturalization Record (10-Trees)
Pays for the first Italian dual citizenship step; obtaining naturalization records;
These documents are essential since they will support my application for Italian citizenship because I need to establish that these rights were not signed away;
Such as when my Italian ancestor(s) immigrated to the US or another country; and,
Plants 10-Trees
Donor receives
A Framed 11x14” Deep Space Astro Print; and,
Hand written thank you card.
$750 - One of a Kind Donation
This unique donation merits a special expression of thanks. Consequently, the individual who makes this contribution will be gifted a distinctive painting that I have treasured for the past 15 years.
Numerous individuals have shown interest in buying this artwork, but I now believe this is the most fitting opportunity for both the painting and painter to find a new home.
Additionally, the painting will be autographed and a personal note of gratification that reflects not only my appreciation for the support I’ve received but also my hope that it brings you joy.
And in a heartfelt gesture of giving back to the earth that inspires my work, I will plant 15 trees, symbolizing growth, renewal, and a commitment to nurturing our planet.