ACAA R.I.

The Armenian Cultural Association of America Rhode Island chapter's mission is To assist and support needy and impoverished people of Armenian origin; to assist, support and encourage institutions, such as homes for the aged, orphanages and schools organized and functioning to aid those of Armenian origin in their general welfare; to assist, support and encourage educational institutions and charitable organizations which encourage and develop the Armenian cultural heritage; to aid students, authors, artists and researchers who are pursuing intellectual efforts in the areas of Armenian culture and education; and to publish educational, scientific and literary books which reflect Armenian culture, with the object of raising the educational, cultural and intellectual standards of the community.