Membership Overview, Costs and Application

The National Hellenic Society was established in 2008 by George M. Marcus, Dr. George J. Korkos, MD and George P. Stamas

If you interested in membership and would like to apply click on the link below to download our membership application:

• Online Membership Application
• National Hellenic Society Membership Form (PDF)

For additional information, please contact Tim Maniatis (Executive Director) at (Office): 301-941-1961, (Cell): 301-502-4307 or (Email): tim@hellenicsociety.org.

Membership Criteria

Prominent Greek-Americans will be initially invited to join The National Hellenic Society. Only individual memberships will be offered. Prospective members must meet the following membership criteria:

• Hellenic descent
• Prospective member distinguished themselves in the community, professionally and otherwise
• Member exemplifies NHS’ spirit, values and ideals
• Member must be compatible with others and eager to work toward objectives

Membership Costs

Candidates must complete an application form and remit a membership fee. Members shall be assessed a one-time membership fee of up to $50,000. Depending upon the member’s preference, the fee is payable in lump-sum or in installments amortized over a period not to exceed ten (10) years. The membership fee for members over 40 years of age is $50,000 with a minimum payment of $2,500 per annum, the balance of which shall be paid over the ten year period subsequent to membership. The membership fee for members 40 and under is $25,000, with a minimum payment of $1,250 per annum, the balance of which shall be paid over the ten year period subsequent to membership.

Legal and Tax Considerations

The National Hellenic Society is incorporated in the State of Delaware as a non-stock corporation. The Society is an approved tax-exempt organization under IRS Code Section 501(c)(3) and under District of Columbia law