Promoting Hellenism in America
Since 1922
For nearly a 100 years, we have promoted the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, family and individual excellence through community service and volunteerism.
THE ORDER OF
AHEPA
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Founded in 1922
Founded in 1922 in Atlanta, Georgia, on the principles that undergirded its fight for civil rights and against discrimination, bigotry, and hatred felt at the hands of the Ku Klux Klan, AHEPA is the largest and oldest grassroots association of American citizens of Greek heritage and Philhellenes with more than 400 chapters across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Our Mission
To promote the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, family and individual excellence through community service and volunteerism.
What is Hel•len•ism?
originating from Έλλην (Éllēn, “a Greek”)
The emulation of ancient Greek culture, civilization, principles and ideals, including humanism, reason, the pursuit of knowledge, the arts, moderation and civic responsibility.
Advancing policies that matter
Read about how the Order of AHEPA raises awareness for its public policy priorities.
Our organizations promoting brotherhood
and sisterhood
Our News
American Hellenic, American Jewish Organizations Welcome Recent U.S., Israel, Greece, Cyprus Engagement
WASHINGTON — The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Order of AHEPA), American Hellenic Institute (AHI), B’nai B’rith International, and Conference of Presidents of Major American
AHEPA Stands By Cyprus
WASHINGTON — In one of the first formal acts of his administration, Supreme President George G. Horiates met with Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus
AHEPA Marks Somber 45th Anniversary of Invasion, Occupation of Cyprus
Supreme President George G. Horiates has issued a statement on the 45th anniversary of the illegal invasion of the Republic of Cyprus by Turkey that
Our Programs
strengthening communities through service and volunteerism
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Hellenic-American organization!
We are an organization that focuses on promoting awareness of Hellenic issues, supporting our fellow members, and sponsoring charitable causes at every opportunity.
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