Irish American Cultural Institute




	Welcome to the Irish American Cultural Institute! Founded in 1962, the Irish American Cultural Institute (IACI) is the leading Irish American cultural organization. The IACI is a federally recognized 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit national organization devoted to promoting an intelligent appreciation of Ireland and the role and contributions of the Irish in America. The IACI is strictly apolitical and nonsectarian, and is the only Irish American organization that has as its patron, The President of Ireland. Over the past four decades, the IACI has carved an honored place for the Irish dimension in American life. No comparable body has such an impressive track record of achievement and sustained programming.
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	IACI & IRISH BUSINESS ASSOCIATION PARTNER FOR GOLF OUTING The IACI & IBA invite you to join the lads and lasses on the green for a golf outing at Shackamaxon Golf Club, Scotch Plains, NJ on September 20, 2012. Registration fee will be just $225/player and includes: golf, cart, and full clubhouse access, lunch, cocktail hour and dinner. Hundreds of prizes, contests and give-aways! Learn more FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT IRISH WAY SCHOLARSHIPS PLANNED The Ann H. Hennessey Scholarship Fund will hold a fundraiser Thursday, May 24th at Hennessey's Washington Irish Bar, in Morristown, NJ. Food, wine & beer and entertainment by Dicey Riley and Lagan's Love & Friends will be provided for a donation of $35. We invite you to come out and support the Irish Way Scholarship program! Learn More. IACI DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS HONORED Carol Buck, IACI Director of Operations was the recipient of the 2012 Irish Heritage Month Recognition Award at a recent ceremony hosted by the Morris County Prosecutor's Office. The award, which celebrates the contributions of distinguished Irish Americans was given in recognition for her accomplishments in the field of community service. Carol also received a commendation from the NJ Senate & General Assembly for her many years of service in the non-profit sector		Looking for a local chapter, Irish radio, genealogy searches or children's crafts? Visit our new "Resources" page. We would like to expand this area, so please feel free to send any recommendations for this page! Visit Resources now! Everyone knows the Irish are a talented bunch! We invite IACI members to share their stories, events, pictures, book/movie reviews, recipes, etc. Please visit our Member Forum to see recent submissions.
			Chapter News
			Were you once a member of a local chapter of the IACI? Perhaps you are new to our Institute and would like to meet with others in your area who are interested in Irish American Culture? If you would like to help form a new chapter in your area, or if you were involved in one in the past and would be interested in reforming, please contact us.
			IACI Patron
			The IACI is proud to announce that the new President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins has accepted our invitation to serve as Patron of the IACI. We are very honored and look forward to continuing our long time efforts to promote Irish Culture with the support of President Higgins. View letter









	New Programs		IACI Member Benefits
	The IACI is looking to expand our programs to focus on children, teens and educators. Please visit our newest site - www.irishamericankids.org If you are an educator and would be willing to serve on our advisory committee to assist with curriculum, web content and program planning, or have any suggestions for enhancing this program, please contact us.		As a member, you will receive Eire-Ireland. Click here to join now! Our informative e-newsletter offers members insights into Irish culture, history, and the latest happenings at the IACI. Besides providing updates on IACI programming, this publication offers feature articles, educational information, book reviews, and a wealth of other information. It's Irish American culture, delivered straight to your e-mail inbox! To view a past edition, or sign up Click here .