The Maids of Athena are dedicated to ensuring our future place in North America's preeminent Hellenic organizations. With over 100 chapters spanning across North America, we are the largest Greek female youth organization. Each chapter is dedicated to promoting Hellenism by strengthening Greek culture through educational and artistic activities. We take great pride in our sponsorship and support of philanthropic activities, leadership conferences, scholarship programs, travel opportunities the arts, athletic tournaments and social functions.

The Maids of Athena is a junior order of the Daughters of Penelope, which is the female affiliate of AHEPA. The Maids are also the sister organization of the Sons of Pericles, the male youth affiliate to AHEPA. We have chapters and districts located throughout the United States and Canada. Wherever you are, there is bound to be a chapter near you. And if there is not, let's set one up in your area! The experience will be beneficial to all those in your area that would qualify for membership.

The Maids of Athena have opportunities to do everything you could want to do, as well as meet people with whom to share these experiences. It is educational, too. Scholarships are awarded, leadership and organizational skills learned and practiced, there is a Youth Publication to keep you informed of what the rest of North America is doing. We are constantly emphasizing community services and philanthropy through strategies designed to benefit our National Project. The Maids of Athena really has it all! Our list of accomplishments is a lengthy one and we take great pride in what we have done both in the past and continue to do today.

History of the Maids of Athena
The Maids of Athena was founded through the inspiration of Mr. Thomas D. Lentgis, Supreme Governor of the Order of AHEPA, on July 5, 1930 in Tacoma, Washington. At that time Sparta #1 was formed with 12 original members; however, a charter was not granted until November 18, 1937. Charters were also granted to Alethea #2, Seattle, Washington; Diana #3, Portland, Oregon; and Ariadne #4, Vancouver, British Columbia.

The first constitution and ritual were written in 1935. By the end of 1937 there were 20 chapters and a total membership of 444. At the 1950 Supreme Convention in Cleveland, the Maids of Athena officially became the Junior Auxiliary of the Daughters of Penelope. In 1953, the first National Conference of the Maids of Athena was held in Houston, Texas. At the 1954 Pittsburgh Convention, the first Grand Lodge of the Maids of Athena was elected.

Chapter
There are over 100 active chapters in the United States and Canada. There's probably a chapter near you with individuals just like you who are looking for new friendships, chances to travel, and lots of fun.

District/Region
Each chapter belongs to a district. There are 26 districts in the United States and Canada with each district being comprised of at least three chapters. There are social events and sports tournaments throughout the Districts all year. That's even MORE people to meet.