March 2023
Casimir Pułaski Day is March 6, 2023
Kazimierz Pułaski
March 6, 1745 - October 11, 1779
was a Polish nobleman, soldier, and military commander who has been called "the father of the American cavalry."
Pulaski is remembered as a hero who fought for independence and freedom in Poland and the United States. Numerous places and events are named in his honor. Pulaski is one of only eight (8) individuals to be awarded honorary United States citizenship. *
Source - wikipedia
Casimir Pulaski Day will be celebrated on Monday, March 6, 2023 in Chicago. Participate virtually with the
Polish Museum of America www.PolishMuseumOfAmerica.org at 10:00 a.m. CST
Poland celebrates 24th Anniversary of NATO membership on March 12, 2023
The path of Poland becoming a full member of the North Atlantic Treaty on March 12, 1999 was not easy or certain. The long-term process of integrating Poland into Western defense structures was initiated when the Cold War had ended. The Polish parliamentary election on June 4, 1989, and the first non-communist, pro-western government in that part of Europe, the fall of the Berlin Wall and the dissolution of the Warsaw Pact in 1991 are just a few of the dates symbolizing this event.
The support of the Polish community, especially the American and Canadian ones, concerning Poland's accession to NATO, was not a widespread fact internationally. The Polish American Congress (PAC) played a key role in this respect.
Source - Warsaw Institute Foundation
Scholarship Application
PACCF Scholarship application periods are now open for the 2023/24 academic year. Please look at our website for Requirements, Fillable Application and Deadlines.
Help for Ukraine
The Republic of Poland has opened its hearts and arms to welcome its brothers and sisters to give them refuge. To date, there are now over 3,000,000 displaced citizens from Ukraine in Poland. With the atrocities of the Russian army bombing schools, apartment buildings, hospitals, and towns, numerous numbers of Ukrainian civilians are being hurt or killed in the conflict. During the conflict, it is always the most vulnerable - who suffer the most.
Many towns, humanitarian organizations, and the government in Poland are taking care of those who are in need, but Poland is on the edge of a humanitarian crisis.
The Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation has stepped forward and during a Special Board Meeting, the decision was made to support Polish humanitarian organizations Polski Czerwony Krzyz and Towarzystwo Przyjaciół Dzieci w Przemyślu.
The Lublin Regional Branch of the Polish Red Cross has provided camp beds, mattresses, and sleeping bags, which will allow many of the Ukrainian citizens in need at border crossings in the Lublin region. The Subcarpathian Regional Branch of the Polish Red Cross in Rzeszów is also preparing to provide needed assistance to those in need.
One of the goals of the Polish Red Cross is to always prevent suffering and their mitigation in all circumstances while maintaining impartiality, without any discrimination. To achieve this goal, the Polish Red Cross promotes knowledge of international humanitarian law and cooperates with public authorities to ensure that it is respected. The role of the Polish Red Cross is exceptional. It is the only humanitarian organization in Poland, which disseminates knowledge about international humanitarian law, which is one of the basic duties performed jointly by employees and volunteers.
The Society of Children's Friends in Przemysl, has been helping children and families with disabilities in Poland for over 100 years. Located on the border, they are currently fundraising to assist children and families fleeing from Ukraine to Poland to provide a safe space and shelter. Their goal is to provide support and help to children, youth, and families who are escaping into Przemyśl.
Displaced Ukrainian citizens, especially children and women, have been migrating to Polish cities from the first hours of the conflict. At the main railway station in Przemyśl, a reception point has been organized to help people coming from Ukraine. Many Polish families are providing strollers, food, clothing, and necessities to make their Ukrainian brothers and sisters feel safe and welcome.
The Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation is doing its part as well by donating $100,000.00 to assist our brothers and sisters in Poland to continue this great humanitarian mission they have chosen. If you would like to help, donations can be made directly to:
Visit our website and click the "Donate" tab here