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Purpose of the Ancient Order of Hibernians


The primary purposes of the Organization are briefly set forth in the preamble to its National Constitution.

  • To promote friendship, unity and Christian Charity among its members
  • To uphold and sustain loyalty to the government of the United States of America...
  • To aid and advance by all legitimate means, the aspirations and endeavors of the Irish people to complete and absolute independence.
  • To foster the ideals and cultivate the history and traditions of the Irish race throughout the world.

Benefits of AJ Ryan Division Membership

  • Membership Card and Pin grants you admittance to over 126 AOH Divisions and Halls across North America.
  • Subscription to the bi-monthly National AOH newspaper, The Hibernian Digest.
  • National Scholarships for members and their families.
  • Participation in local, regional, and national fraternal organization networking.
  • Community involvement in dinners, picnics, festivals, parties, sports and theatre.
  • An outlet for professional energies and expertise.
  • An opportunity to experience Irish culture by promoting lectures, films, discussion groups, entertainment, etc.
  • Activities and programs for the entire family

The A.O.H. provides a unique opportunity for its members to be involved in issues that are of interest to Irish American Catholics today.

 
   
 

The AOH is an Irish-Catholic Fraternal and Charitable Organization