NATIONAL PAGEANT DATE SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 16, 2025
Celebrating Italian American Heritage and Beauty
Welcome to Miss US Italia Pageant
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Miss US ITALIA Pageant to be held in Rhode Island in February 2025.
Across the United States, there are over 18 million individuals of Italian descent. According to the National Italian American Foundation, Rhode Island boasted a population of 199,077 Italian Americans in 2024, making it home to one of the highest per capita population of Italian Americans in the nation. Celebrated for its vibrant Italian American community, is became the birthplace of the competition, initially launched as Miss RI ITALIA in 2014. Over a few years, the pageant expanded and began accepting participants from throughout the country in 2017.
THE SEARCH IS ON for girls and women who take pride in their Italian American heritage and want to represent the Miss US Italia Pageant from their respective states. Eligible candidates include females aged 6 and older, regardless of marital status, who have Italian American roots through birth or ancestry (including parents, grandparents, etc.). Contestants compete and titleholders are selected in six age groups: 6-11, 12-15, 16-18, 19-26, 27-39, and 40 and up.
(All age categories are limited. To be guaranteed a spot it is our suggestion to register early)
During the competition, judges evaluate contestants on multiple criteria, such as stage presence, personality, elegance, and interview skills, specifically focusing interview questions on the contestant's own Italian American traditions. Those who emerge as winners of the six categories are awarded a stunning crown and banner, gift certificates, jewelry, and various other prizes, including a $100 cash award. Side awards such as photogenic and congeniality are also presented at the event.
For one year the titleholders will represent their Italian American heritage by attending events and making appearances at parades and fundraisers, as well as participating in philanthropic and community activities in their home state and optionally in Rhode Island. Activities may include organizing clothing drives, participating in fundraising walks, attending parades, or engaging in elementary school reading programs. The primary goal is to raise awareness for worthy organizations of their choice while positively representing Italian Americans.
In the spirit of charity, Miss US Italia will also present the Isabella Corcelli Community Involvement Award. This award honors Isabella Dora Corcelli, one of the earliest Miss RI State Titleholders. A beautiful soul who tragically lost her fight against cancer in February 2016 at the age of 21. It will be presented to an outgoing titleholder who has demonstrated a strong commitment to volunteering and supporting charities during her reign. The recipient will receive an award as well as a cash prize of $250.
Contestant applications will be accepted until January 1, 2025, with a registration fee of $150. A $25 registration fee discount is offered to the first 12 contestants registered by November 30, 2024.
For press inquiries, please contact The Perry Group at 401 331-4600.
About Miss US Italia Pageant
YOUR SUPPORT IS APPRECIATED
We truly value the support from individuals and businesses like yours, who strive to enhance the efforts of the Miss US Italia titleholders. By supporting our mission, you become a part of our efforts to assist with successful fundraising events for charitible organizations and the community.
There are numerous ways for you to support our mission.
- Place a 'good luck' page in our program book for contestants of the event or a specific indiuidual participating in the event (Full Color 8x10 size: $100 -half page, $150 -full page)
- Donate prizes/gift certificates for titleholder award packages (e.g., jewelry, restaurant certificates, salon services, scholarships, etc.)
- Business Sponsorship Packages which range in support from $1,000 to $5,000 which include numerous marketing opportunities.
- Provide in-kind donations such as event photography/videography, program printing, winner photo shoots
Your support and involvement are invaluable to us!
ISABELLA CORCELLI community involvement AWARD
iSABELLA CORCELLI COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
In the spirit of charity, Miss US Italia will also present the Isabella Corcelli Community Involvement Award. This award honors Isabella Corcelli, one of the earliest Miss RI State Titleholders, who tragically lost her fight against cancer in February 2016 at the age of 21. It will be awarded to an outgoing titleholder who has shown a dedicated commitment to volunteering and supporting charities during their reign. The recipient will receive a cash prize of $250.
One of the highlights of participating at Miss US Italia is that rewards go beyond the crown. Besides having an exciting time and creating new friendships, contestants acquire essential life skills such as self-confidence, grace, and public speaking, all of which they can carry with moving forward.
Titleholders Through the Years...
MISS RI ITALIA 2014
MISS RI ITALIA 2014
MISS RI ITALIA 2014
By Photo Order
Cinzia Provost
Alisha Ciunci
Gina Sabitoni-Arakelian
Nicole Brantolino
Isabella Corcelli
Tara Bounanno
MISS RI ITALIA 2015
MISS RI ITALIA 2014
MISS RI ITALIA 2014
By Photo Order
Giavanna Arakelian
Kristen Martone
Ava Jarett
Adriana Piccolino
Stephanie Paolissi
MISS RI ITALIA 2016
MISS RI ITALIA 2014
MISS RI ITALIA 2016
By Photo Order:
Melinda Witt Psilopoulos
Ariana Salera
Jenna Rose Rambone
Lola Paolissi
Marie Balemain
MISS US ITALIA 2017
MISS RI ITALIA 2014
MISS RI ITALIA 2016
By Photo Order:
Cyndal Todd
Emma Salzillo
Elena Capaldi
Leslie Fargnoli
Valerie Zammarelli
Nicole Renzulli
businessess & advertising opportunity
Show your support with Advertising or Good Luck Pages
You are invited to demonstrate your support by securing advertising space in the Official Program. Advertisers can promote their business/organization or send best wishes to the contestants. Your support of the Miss US Italia Pageant is valued and will directly contribute to our mission of aiding different local charities and organizations.
WE accept ads electronically in PDF or JPEG format in exact proportions for your reserved space.
Please review the following specs for the best reproduction quality choose which level of support.
- Ads should be camera ready and artwork shoud be of high quality.
- We will not accept responsibility for the reproduction quality of your ad.
- Ads should be submitted via email in png or jpeg format with an additional pdf attachment.
- If you need ad created, please send pertinant info, logo/photos if any. Additional $50 Fee Applies.
Advertising Specifications and Prices: (Please Check Your Preference)
_____Full Page 7”w x 9”h $150
_____Half Page 7”w x 4.5”h $100.00 (Must be Horizontal Only)
_____Outside Back Cover 8.25”w x 10.75”h $300.00
_____Inside Front Cover 8.25”w x 10.75”h $200.00
_____Inside Back Cover 8.25”w x 10.75”h $200.00
Photos Through the years...
Event Sponsorships go well beyond financial support, offering companies an opportunity to align themselves with the values and audience of the pageant. The partnership creates a platform for industry collaboration, enabling brands to gain exposure, credibility, and access a targeted demographic.
