American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association

Throughout the span of its history, The American Hellenic Educational Progressives Association (AHEPA) has served as a cornerstone for the development and the integration of citizens of Greek heritage into American society. Our members have become leaders in government, business, education and the arts. The continued success of Greek Americans  illustrates the promise of the American Dream and symbolizes the hard work ethic of our Hellenic immigrant forbearers. 

Founded as a patriotic fraternal order advocating undivided loyalty to the United States, American citizenship, proficiency in english, active participation in the civic mainstream, economic stability, social unity, and the pursuit of education. 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.

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.

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.

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.