For decades, the ACYOA has been fostering growth among its members to become leaders in the Armenian communities throughout the nation. To date, our organization enjoys a large Alumni base, consisting of quality individuals in varying professions and on the boards of many Armenian committees and organizations. This network of Alumni is involved heavily in supporting the ACYOA local chapters and through support of our national programming.

As part of our current expansionary efforts, we are looking forward to an opportunity to formalize our Alumni’s involvement in supporting the ACYOA, by creating an association for our Alumni. This is meant to keep our Alumni in contact with each other, and better informed of ways they can help support the needs of the ACYOA. This is just another aspect of how ACYOA is gaining strength and effectiveness in successfully meeting our objectives along with those of the parishes we serve.

July 7th, 2006 - The ACYOA extends a very warm thank you to Mrs. Helen Mardigian for her generous contribution to the Armenian Church Endowment Fund benefiting the ACYOA. With Mrs. Mardigian’s support, the ACYOA is better able to achieve the expansionary goals meant to provide its members with increased efficiency in programming as well as a wider range of services and opportunities. This contribution continues to provide evidence of a strong and vibrant future, and helps secure the possibilities available to future Armenian youth throughout the diocese who will be taking advantage of the many benefits associated with membership in the ACYOA.

Thank you Mrs. Mardigian for your commitment and support!

Greg Andonian
Chairman, ACYOA Central Council