In its effort to bring aid to the sectors of Culture, Enterprise and Solidarity, its founding mission, Foedus Foundation has established the Foedus Awards, destined to equally deserving people and companies that distinguished themselves in such fields.

6th March 2004
Cardinal Crescenzio Sepe, in recognition of his work undergone at missionary organizations worldwide.

Maestro Salvatore Licitra, Tenor, for his outstanding contribution to the diffusion of Italian cultural patrimony throughout the world.

Papaiz Group in memory of the founder Luigi, who immigrated to Brazil in 1950. This Group, today one of the most important corporations in the metallurgic industry in Latin America, distinguished itself for its support of cultural activities and, in particular, for the recovery of a collection of 120 pieces by the artist Aristide Sartorio.

24th March 2006
Don Pierino Gelmini, for all his work in the Social and Humanitarian fields, aiding troubled youths and isolated minorities. Professor Philip A. Salem, for his commitment in the fields of Medicine and Scientific Research.
Ms. Barbara Contini, for her commitment in the field of International Relations, while exposed to extremely testing and difficult environments.