| History
The St. Andrews Society of Aiken (SC) was formed in autumn of
2000 by people whose desire it is to preserve and perpetuate the
traditions and heritage of Americans of Scottish ancestry.
Charter
The objectives of the St. Andrews Society of Aiken are to afford
charitable and educational assistance to Scotsmen and Scotswomen, lineal
descendants of Scots, their spouses and children and to perpetuate
Scottish culture and tradition. We also strive to contribute to
the community in which we live through donations to chartable
organizations.
Organization
The Society is a non-profit organization. The governing board
consists of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Historian
and a Member at Large. Committees exist for Activities, Education,
Endowment and
Burns Night Supper.
Activities
The Society promotes cultural and educational activities such
as the annual Burns Night Supper is held on or near his
birthday of January 25.
Other activities include participation in local parades and festivals,
picnics, ceilidhs, local concerts and social events.
Communication
A newsletter is published every other month and contains
information about the Society and interesting facts of Scottish culture.
Written correspondence also sent to members via e-mail and regular mail.
St. Andrews Society of Aiken
Inc.
P.O. Box 3475
Aiken SC 29802
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