Membership

There are many reasons to join the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA), including:

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• Promoting ancient Greek ideals: AHEPA promotes the ideals of ancient Greece, such as education, family, civic responsibility, philanthropy, and individual excellence. 

• Community service: AHEPA promotes community service and volunteerism to advance these ideals. 

• Education: AHEPA offers access to education scholarships, and has a professional development program for Greek-American high school students. 

• Career opportunities: AHEPA offers career opportunities and an internship program. 

• Membership benefits: AHEPA members receive updates on organization affairs, invitations to events, discounts on car and hotel rentals, and access to AHEPA News Quarterly. 

• Connect with others: AHEPA members can connect with other Greek Americans and philhellenes. 

• History: AHEPA is the oldest and largest Greek heritage organization in the United States. It was founded in Atlanta, Georgia in 1922 to combat discrimination against Greek Americans. 

• Affordable housing: AHEPA's National Housing Corporation provides affordable housing for the elderly. 

AHEPA has over 400 chapters worldwide, including in the United States, Canada, and Europe.