Homenetmen Providence marks 45 years of community service
Homenetmen Providence celebrates 45 years of dedication, achievement and community

Homenetmen Providence celebrated its 45th anniversary on October 17 at an event in Cranston, Rhode Island, drawing members, families, and supporters. The chapter, founded in 1981, marked the occasion with remarks from organization leaders reflecting on decades of scouting, athletic programs, and community engagement.
Y. Harout Tashian, chairman of the Providence executive, thanked founders and volunteers whose "quiet" work sustained the organization. Y. Aram Kayserian, chairman of the Eastern Regional Executive, highlighted how the Providence chapter's 45 years represent part of Homenetmen's broader 108-year history. Y. Vahe Tanashian, representing Homenetmen's Central Executive, extended congratulations on behalf of the organization's 110 chapters and 25,000 members worldwide.
The evening featured a slideshow of chapter history, remarks from clergy, and remarks emphasizing the organization's motto: "Elevate Yourself and Others With You."


