Preserving Our History
for the Future
Since 1922, the Macedonian Patriotic Organization’s mission has focused on preserving Macedonian history and culture by creating a sense of community here in the U.S. and Canada. Our common heritage is what bonds us and by coming together as part of the MPO community, we ensure our history lives on for future generations. We invite you to learn about our history and culture and encourage you to become an active member of our Macedonian community.
Upcoming Events & NEWS
Convention
Grand Rapids, MI
August 30th - September 2nd, 2024
Dear MPO Members and Supporters,
We wish to draw your attention to recent articles on web portals from Bulgaria and North Macedonia, which cover the 103rd MPO Convention held from August 30th to September 2nd, 2024, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and reference text from two documents discussed during the Convention’s Delegates Assembly. While we value the positive tone of the coverage of this successful event, we need to provide the following clarification:
Please be advised that MPO’s protocol dictates that all decisions and documents from the convention are NOT considered official until we release them to the public. Upon release, these documents will be accompanied by an explanation of their rationale to prevent any misleading interpretations. Until then, any statements about our documents should be regarded as unverified claims.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
DECLARATION BY THE CENTRAL COMMITTEE OF THE MPO ON THE NORTH MACEDONIA-BULGARIA DISPUTE
Over 30 years have passed since the end of communism in the Balkans, yet tensions between North Macedonia and Bulgaria remain as high as ever—some might even say they have worsened. The discourse on both sides has been increasingly dominated by a vocal minority of nationalists, whose inflammatory rhetoric and actions are obstructing efforts toward normalization and rapprochement.
At the MPO, we believe that the time has come to put an end to this destructive cycle of discord and resolve the Macedonian Question between Bulgaria and North Macedonia in a way that honors and upholds the national interests of both countries. Achieving this would not only represent a strategic victory for the entire region but would also bolster the stability and resilience of NATO’s southern flank—an essential development in our current era of instability and turmoil.
To this end, the Central Committee of the MPO has issued the following Declaration, outlining our strategic guidelines for the resolution of the Bulgaria-North Macedonia dispute. We are committed to working with both governments to develop and implement the necessary mechanisms for fostering positive relations.
98 Years of the MACEDONIAN TRIBUNE
First published on February 10, 1927, the MACEDONIAN TRIBUNE is the longest-running Macedonian newspaper in the world.
Click on the link below to download for free the October 2023 issue of the MACEDONIAN TRIBUNE, which covered the events of the 102th Annual Convention of the MPO.
For the past 102 years, the Annual MPO Convention has been the center of the cultural and social life of our organization – as well as a reflection of the strength of the Macedonian spirit in North America.
Our History
This kingdom, Macedon, became a great power under the leadership of Philip II and his son, Alexander the Great. The Macedonians of this era were likely Illyrians, an ancient people who were probably the distant ancestors of the present-day Albanians. By 148 B.C., Macedonia was conquered by the Roman Empire and became a Roman province.
Support Our Mission
Thank you for your interest in supporting the MPO. We are grateful for the generosity of hundreds of individuals who have offered their time, talent and resources to support our organization over the last century. With your help and through its mission, the MPO will continue to expand thus supporting the next generation for the next 100 years!
Become a Member
Become a member of the Macedonian Patriotic Organization! These membership levels are open to any person of Macedonian descent who is at least eighteen (18) years old and their spouses/partners.
Macedonian Tribune
First published on February 10, 1927, the Macedonian Tribune is the longest-running Macedonian newspaper in the world!
