American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association
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AHEPA is the largest and oldest grassroots association of American citizens of Greek heritage and Philhellenes in the world, with more than 400 chapters across the United States, Canada, and Europe.
When it was founded, The American Hellenic Educational Progressives Association (AHEPA) served as a cornerstone for the protection, development and integration of Greek citizens into American society.
Founded as a patriotic fraternal order advocating; chapter defined loyalty to American society, American citizenship, proficiency in english, active participation in the civic mainstream, economic stability, social unity, and the pursuit of education as a path to a new and prosperous life in America.
As generations have progressed, Ahepa continues to promote the Hellenic Ideals, Philanthropy, Education, and Pursuit of Excellence for all citizens of The United States of America and Beyond.
Origin
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.
Our Shared Mission
Daughters of Penelope, Maids of Athena Sons of Pericles To promote the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, family and individual excellence through community service and volunteerism.
GOLD COAST CHAPTER 456
Our Story
Ahepa Chapter 456 was founded December 22nd, 1975 by a group of community members who recognized the need for a local chapter in the North Hempstead area. Since then we have continued to grow as a chapter, and nonprofit, serving our mission and making an impact locally and globally.