L’Aquila’s designation as the 2026 Italian Capital of Culture is an achievement that belongs to the entire country, but its realization is made possible by the trust and concrete commitment of those who have chosen to invest in the future. The Support Committee represents a strong alliance between the city’s strategic vision and the business, institutional, and cultural entities that share our vision.
They are not merely partners, but architects of change who, through their valuable contributions, fuel the engine of innovation, sustainability, and urban regeneration. In February 2026, at the initiative of the following Founding Promoting Members:
- Municipality of L’Aquila;
- Cassa di Risparmio della Provincia dell’Aquila Foundation;
- ANCE Association of L’Aquila.
Pursuant to Articles 39 et seq. of the Civil Code, a committee has been established to provide supplementary support for the achievement of the objectives and the implementation of the program related to the designation of the city of L’Aquila as the 2026 Italian Capital of Culture, named:
“Coordination for L’Aquila 2026 – Multiverse City.”
The Committee is a nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to promote the city’s cultural heritage, using its designation as the Italian Capital of Culture as an opportunity for growth in the creative industries and to enhance the image of L’Aquila and its surrounding area both nationally and internationally.
The Committee aims to mobilize all of the city’s resources—particularly its productive and economic forces—to support and enrich the “L’Aquila 2026” program, strengthening the role of culture as a tool for community growth and social inclusion.
COMMITTEE GOVERNANCE
The Committee’s Executive Board consists of:
- President: Fiorella Luciani
- Vice President: Pierluigi Panunzi
- Councilwoman: Giuseppina Gabriella Fonzi
- Council Member: Gianni Frattale
- Auditor: Antonio Mazzaferro
MEMBERSHIP IN THE COMMITTEE
Being part of the Committee means supporting the “L’Aquila, Italian Capital of Culture” Program and fostering the development of the cultural sector as a tool for community growth and social inclusion.
Subject to a resolution by the Board of Directors, natural and legal persons—whether public or private—and entities interested in furthering the Committee’s institutional objectives may join the Committee.
You may apply for membership as:
- Founding Member (annual membership fee: €15,000.00)
- Supporting Member (annual membership fee: €5,000.00)
- Regular Member (annual membership fee: €1,000.00)
By joining the Committee, the organization or individual becomes a member and assumes the rights and obligations set forth in the Bylaws.
For more details, to sign up, or for information, please write to: presidenza@comitatoaq2026.it
TRANSPARENCY – CONTRIBUTIONS FROM PROMOTING AND FOUNDING MEMBERS
| Beneficiary | Granting Agency | Amount of the grant | Date | Reason for payment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coordinating Committee for L’Aquila 2026 – Multiverse City Tax ID 93122910669 |
Municipality of L’Aquila | €15,000.00 | April 27, 2026 | Founding Member Fee (Promoter) |
| Coordinating Committee for L’Aquila 2026 – Multiverse City Tax ID 93122910669 |
Cassa di Risparmio della Provincia dell’Aquila Foundation | €15,000.00 | April 27, 2026 | Founding Member Fee (Promoter) |
| Coordinating Committee for L’Aquila 2026 – Multiverse City Tax ID 93122910669 |
ANCE L’Aquila | €15,000.00 | April 27, 2026 | Founding Member Fee (Promoter) |
| Coordinating Committee for L’Aquila 2026 – Multiverse City Tax ID 93122910669 |
ANCE Abruzzo | €15,000.00 | May 7, 2026 | Founding Member Fee |
| Coordinating Committee for L’Aquila 2026 – Multiverse City Tax ID 93122910669 |
Federculture | €15,000.00 | July 22, 2026 | Founding Member Fee |
JOIN THE L’AQUILA 2026 PROJECT
The Committee invites businesses, institutions, associations, and citizens to actively contribute to the implementation of the “L’Aquila, Italian Capital of Culture 2026” program, supporting a path of cultural, social, and regional growth for the city and its surrounding area.
We would like to thank our Main Sponsors for believing in this open-air workshop, transforming resources, skills, and values into a tangible legacy for the city and for future generations.
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