Rooted inTrust
Every decision, every euro, every action—transparent, accountable, and guided by unwavering principles.
Board of Trustees
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To protect and restore Italy's endangered heritage buildings through transparent, milestone-based funding while preserving traditional craftsmanship by employing local artisans and creating apprenticeship opportunities.
Our Vision
A future where every historically significant building in Italy is preserved, where ancient skills are passed to new generations, and where communities remain connected to their cultural roots through living heritage.
Board of Trustees
Our board combines expertise in heritage preservation, finance, legal compliance, and nonprofit governance.
Narine
Leading Golden Roots Heritage Foundation with a vision for preserving Italy's cultural heritage for future generations.
Sona
Committed to ensuring accountability and transparency in heritage preservation initiatives.
Hayk
Bringing strategic expertise to support the foundation's mission of protecting endangered heritage sites.
Tigran
Dedicated to connecting communities with their cultural heritage through thoughtful restoration projects.
How We're Organized
A clear organizational structure ensures accountability at every level.
Board of Trustees
Strategic oversight, policy approval, and fiduciary responsibility. Meets quarterly to review progress and financials.
Executive Office
Day-to-day operations, project management, and stakeholder relations. Led by the CEO with support staff.
Project Teams
On-site restoration coordination with local artisans and experts
Compliance
Legal, financial, and regulatory oversight
Partnerships
Managing relationships with municipalities and institutions
Our Guiding Principles
The values that drive every decision we make.
Transparency
Every euro is tracked and publicly reported. Our Open Ledger shows exactly how funds are used, with milestone-by-milestone breakdowns.
Integrity
We operate with honesty and ethical standards that exceed regulatory requirements. Conflicts of interest are disclosed and managed.
Impact
We measure success by buildings saved, skills preserved, and communities strengthened—not just euros spent.
How Decisions Are Made
Project Selection
- Heritage significance assessment by qualified experts
- Structural urgency evaluation and timeline analysis
- Community impact and local support verification
- Budget feasibility and milestone planning
- Board approval by majority vote
Fund Disbursement
- Milestone completion verified by on-site inspection
- Documentation and photography submitted
- Financial review by compliance team
- CEO approval for amounts under €50,000
- Board approval required for larger disbursements
Our Commitments
Open Ledger
Real-time tracking of all project funds and milestone payments
External Audits
Independent financial audits conducted by certified accountants
Ethics Policy
Strict conflict of interest and anti-corruption policies
Registration & Compliance
Foundation Details
Legal NameGolden Roots Heritage Foundation
TypeNon-profit Foundation
JurisdictionItaly
Established2025
StatusRegistration in progress
Regulatory Compliance
- Compliant with Italian non-profit regulations
- GDPR compliant data handling practices
- Anti-money laundering protocols in place
- Heritage authority partnerships established
We believe that preserving heritage is not just about saving buildings—it's about protecting the stories, skills, and spirit of generations past for those yet to come.
Questions About Our Governance?
We welcome inquiries about our structure, policies, or decision-making processes. Transparency starts with open communication.
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