How Funds Are Used
Every euro donated to the Foundation is carefully allocated to maximize impact on heritage preservation while maintaining the highest standards of accountability.
Fund Allocation Breakdown
How every euro is allocated across all current restoration projects.
Direct Restoration Work
Materials, skilled labor, and specialized restoration techniques
- Stone masonry and structural repairs
- Fresco and artwork conservation
- Roof and façade restoration
- Historical woodwork restoration
Local Artisan Employment
Wages for local craftspeople preserving traditional techniques
- Master stonemasons
- Fresco conservators
- Traditional carpenters
- Metalwork specialists
Project Management
On-site supervision, quality control, and milestone verification
- Site managers and coordinators
- Quality inspectors
- Progress documentation
- Compliance verification
Administration
Foundation operations, legal, and financial management
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Financial auditing
- Grant administration
- Reporting and transparency
Heritage Documentation
Recording and preserving historical knowledge
- Photographic archives
- Historical research
- Technical documentation
- Digital preservation
Our Financial Principles
Strict guidelines ensure every euro creates maximum impact for heritage preservation.
Milestone-Based Release
Funds are only released when specific restoration milestones are independently verified. No upfront lump sums.
Local Employment Priority
We mandate that projects employ local artisans, preserving traditional craftsmanship and supporting regional economies.
Public Documentation
Every payment is recorded in our Open Ledger with photographic evidence and third-party verification.
Independent Auditing
Annual financial audits by certified accountants ensure all funds are used as intended.
Where Does the Money Come From?
CasaLotto donates 55% of their earnings from heritage property raffles directly to the Foundation, making them our primary funding partner.
A small minority of our funding comes from direct donations by individuals, foundations, and corporate sponsors who share our mission to preserve Italian heritage.
Impact Summary
See Every Transaction
Our Open Ledger provides complete transparency into every grant payment, milestone completion, and fund allocation across all projects.