About IACO - South Shore Italian American Cultural Organization

Founded in 2006, IACO has been celebrating Italian culture across the South Shore for nearly 20 years.

A man in a suit speaking into a microphone at a podium, with a blurred background showing a large screen displaying an image of the Roman Coliseum
A woman with red hair wearing large black glasses, a blue satin top, and multiple gold necklaces, standing at an event with a sign in the background that says "Festa di San Martino" and "Thank You To of Sponsors".
An older man with glasses, a white shirt and a colorful tie, smiling and speaking into a microphone, with a bright green background.
An elderly man with glasses, wearing a suit, speaking into a microphone at an event with a colorful backdrop and other people present.

The Italian American Cultural Organization (IACO) is dedicated to celebrating and sharing the heritage, traditions, and language of Italy. Through engaging cultural programs, educational experiences, and social events, we connect people with Italian culture while honoring the enduring contributions of Italian immigrants and Italian Americans to the United States and the world.

The Italian American Cultural Organization (IACO) is a nonprofit cultural group serving the South Shore communities of Boston.

Serving communities include Abington, Avon, Braintree, Bridgewater, Brockton, Cohasset, East Bridgewater, Easton, Hanover, Hanson, Hingham, Marshfield, Norwell, Pembroke, Quincy, Randolph, Rockland, Scituate, West Bridgewater, Weymouth, Whitman since 2006.

Join the IACO Community

The Italian American Cultural Organization welcomes anyone who appreciates Italian culture, food, language, and traditions.

Our members enjoy engaging cultural dinners, educational speakers, wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, and special celebrations throughout the year across the South Shore.

Become A Member

Membership at a Glance

Annual Dues: $50 per person

Membership Year: Oct 1 – Sept 30

Meetings: First Monday of the month

Open To: Anyone who loves Italian culture

Why People Join IACO

  • Authentic Italian food

  • Wine tastings and cooking demonstrations

  • Live music and cultural traditions

  • Friendly community atmosphere

Officers

  • Gerry Montillo, President of IACO Italian American Cultural Organization

    Gerry Montillo

    PRESIDENT

  • John Ventresco Vice President of IACO Italian American Cultural Organization

    John Ventresco

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • Tom Stornaielo Treasurer of IACO Italian American Cultural Organization

    Tom Stornaielo

    INTERIM TREASURER

  • Elena Montillo Recording Secretary of IACO Italian American Cultural Organization.webp

    Elena Montillo

    RECORDING SECRETARY

IACO Committees

Programming
John Ventresco, Chair
Gerry Montillo, Co-Chair
Nick Abbatangelo
Lou Altieri
Chris Miller
Lisa Miller
Elena Montillo
Karl Smizer

Marketing
Karl Smizer, Chair
Leandra Jordan

Scholarship
Karen Smizer, Chair
Maria Lombardo
Gerry Montillo
Lisa Stornaielo
Alicia Ventres
Kris Ventresco

Membership
Lisa Stornaielo, Chair
Lisa Miller
Karl Smizer

Hospitality
Karen Billings
Leandra Jordan

San Martino
Gerry Montillo, Chair
Nick Abbatangelo
Lou Altieri
Chris Miller
Lisa Miller
Elena Montillo
Karl Smizer
John Ventresco

Looking to get more involved with IACO?

We are always seeking enthusiastic members to serve on the board, participate in committees, or volunteer at our events. If you’re interested, please contact us by email.

Minute Meetings
March 3, 2025
February 3, 2025