The Columbians are a New Jersey based Italian-American Philanthropic Organization founded in 1982 committed to giving back to the Northern NJ Community, consisting of professional and business leaders. Recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501 (c) (3) “tax exempt” organization, The Columbians depends entirely on funds raised through the generosity and effort of members. One hundred percent of all money raised is used for charitable purposes, such as: medical hardships, scholarships for students in need, financial aid to families struck by sudden tragedy.