Achille Lauro establishes Fondazione Madre: support for teenagers in difficult situations

Italian singer and performer Achille Lauro, officially known as Lauro De Marinis, announced the establishment of Fondazione Madre. This is a charitable project aimed at caring for youth facing difficult life, material, or health situations. The artist emphasized that this initiative stems from his personal experiences and values passed down by his mother, Cristina Zamboni, who actively participated in the ceremonial inauguration in Milan. The foundation's name directly references the album 'Ragazzi Madre' from a decade ago, which was a breakthrough moment in the musician's career and a voice for a generation growing up in difficult conditions. The history of foundations led by artists in Italy spans several decades, and their role has increased after economic crises that affected the youngest generations. The Italian social care system often collaborates with private entities to fill gaps in support for those at risk of exclusion.The first tangible result of the foundation's activities, overseen also by the artist's partner Andrea Marchiori, is the opening of a care home in Zagarolo near Rome. The facility is to become a safe haven for teenagers requiring psychological and social support. Achille Lauro announced that he plans to involve the entire rap community in the project to collectively build a strong community focused on helping others. The artist noted that he feels a duty to 'give back what he himself received' from fate and the people who guided him at the start of his professional journey. The foundation aims not only to offer shelter but above all a process of social rehabilitation and a chance for a new start for its wards. „Our duty is to realize that there are people in difficult situations around us, and we must learn to think in terms of community, not individuality.” — Achille LauroThe activities of Fondazione Madre will not be limited to running stationary centers. Plans also include projects implemented directly in pediatric hospitals, which Lauro has been visiting regularly for years. The foundation aspires to become a permanent pillar of support, connecting the worlds of culture and philanthropy. The initiative has been met with enthusiastic reception from the public, who see it as an example of the artist's maturity in using his popularity for real social change.