YOUR SUPPORT IN ACTION
An internship. A direction. A future.
For Penn State Behrend senior Nathan Alfieri, three internship and co-op rotations at Erie Bronze & Aluminum helped connect his education with a future in metalcasting.
In 2026, Nathan received the $2,500 NFFS scholarship, recognizing his promise and supporting his continued education. His story shows how member companies, educators, and scholarship support can encourage emerging talent.
“I'm really excited and looking forward to working in the metalcasting industry after I graduate.”
— Nathan Alfieri
2026 NFFS scholarship recipient
Give opportunity a place to grow.
Your contribution helps carry the scholarship program forward and encourages people preparing for a career in our industry.
Support education
Help students and working professionals pursue education and training connected to metalcasting careers.
Recognize potential
Encourage promising people as they develop their skills and take the next step in their education.
Encourage industry careers
Show emerging talent that the metalcasting community values their future in the industry.
THE LEGACY BEHIND THE FUND
Leadership. Generosity. Community.
Louis Iannettoni, a past NFFS president, devoted his career to non-ferrous metalcasting and helped guide the association through challenging times. Mary was remembered for her warmth, generosity, and commitment to helping others.
This memorial fund carries their spirit forward by supporting people pursuing education and opportunity in the industry they cared about.
Giving made straightforward.
Where do I make my gift?
Use the donation buttons on this page to visit FEF’s dedicated Mary & Louis Iannettoni Memorial Scholarship form. FEF processes your contribution.
Can I give as an individual or a company?
Both are welcome. Choose the appropriate gift type on the FEF donation form.
How much should I give?
Give $50, $100, $250, or an amount meaningful to you. The donation form also offers other amounts.
Who can help with a question?
Contact Bill Padnos at bill@nffs.org or call 847-299-0950.
Invest in the people who will move our industry forward.
Help carry Mary and Louis’s legacy forward. Make a gift today to support future NFFS scholarship recipients.
Give to the NFFS Scholarship FundYou’ll complete your gift on the Foundry Educational Foundation website.