Mahalo
Minneapolis, MN

ITALIAN CULTURAL CENTER

EIN 06-1778894
Arts, Culture & Heritage Cultural Heritage & Traditions
Mission

To promote the knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the Italian language and culture through educational and cultural events in the greater Twin Cities area.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

About ITALIAN CULTURAL CENTER

The Italian Cultural Center (ICC) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving the Minneapolis–St. Paul region; the organization’s EIN (06-1778894) matches public nonprofit registries and tax-filing records, confirming the profile below refers to this donor-facing cultural nonprofit. ([projects.propublica.org](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/61778894?utm_source=openai))

Founded in 2006, ICC operates a language school, year-round cultural programming (including a long-running Italian Film Festival), educational travel and youth/intergenerational offerings. The organization publishes a strategic plan for 2024–2028 and continues active programming into 2024–2026. ([theitalianculturalcenter.org](https://theitalianculturalcenter.org/About-Us))

In recent seasons ICC has staged its annual Italian Film Festival (the 17th edition occurred in early 2026 with multiple sold-out screenings), expanded youth and family language classes, and maintained hybrid/online options for adult instruction and placement testing. These ongoing programmatic activities demonstrate active, donor-facing operations and community reach. ([theitalianculturalcenter.org](https://www.theitalianculturalcenter.org/ItalianFilmFestival?utm_source=openai))

Notable achievements

Established (2006) and grown into a regional cultural hub

Since its founding in 2006, the Center has developed a stable presence in the Twin Cities with recurring language courses, public programs, and cultural partnerships that serve adults and children.

Italian Film Festival — multi-year success

Launched in 2009 and produced annually, the Italian Film Festival has become a marquee ICC event; the festival’s 17th edition in 2026 featured contemporary and classic films and reported multiple sold-out screenings.

Expanded youth and educational-travel programming

ICC operates a multi-level Youth School (ages 3–17), and in recent years has expanded educational travel and intergenerational study-abroad offerings to deepen immersion learning for students and families.

At a glance

Total assets
$478K
Annual revenue
$442K
Tax status
501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN
06-1778894
Location
Minneapolis, MN
On Mahalo since
May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Verified nonprofit listing on national nonprofit databases (ProPublica/Nonprofit Explorer and Charity Navigator) confirming public tax filings and 501(c)(3) status.
Local and specialty press attention for programming — ICC’s film festival has been highlighted in regional event coverage and referenced by film/culture outlets on the festival pages.
Community and institutional partnerships, including membership benefits and services promoted in partnership with the Italian Consulate of Chicago (passport renewal access) and local cultural partners for festival and screening venues.

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