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
An Important Message from the President of the MPO
Dear MPO Members and Supporters.
It has come to my attention that some of our regular and potential Canadian attendees to our annual conventions have decided not to attend this year’s 2025 convention in Chicago due to the “cold war” now occurring between the United States of America and Canada as a result of President Trump’s real and potential imposition of tariffs. They have expressed concerns about spending money in an America that wants to wreak havoc on our Canadian economy.
While I fully understand the frustration many of our Canadian compatriots feel regarding this escalating situation, let us not forget that, in addition to being Canadians and Americans, we are also Macedonians. We are members of a community of Macedonians in North America, bound together by a century of camaraderie and family ties that transcend borders and political differences!
I would like to remind those attendees who feel threatened by Trump’s economic agenda that by attending our convention, you are not showing support for or indifference to these unstable times. Rather, you are demonstrating your support for the MPO’s mission to unite all Macedonians with a common and patriotic Macedonian consciousness.
This year’s convention, like all of our conventions, is the centerpiece of our organization, and by participating, you are honoring our MPO founders and past supporters—your ancestors—who worked tirelessly to keep the idea of a free and independent Macedonia alive when there were no other similar organizations in existence.
Every successful convention contributes to making the MPO an increasingly powerful voice in promoting our most important mandate: reconciling with our brothers and sisters who claim a strictly Macedonian identity and, once and for all, putting an end to the demonizations of both the Bulgarian Macedonian and ethnic Macedonian identities.
I hope that those of you who are not planning to attend will reconsider and help make this upcoming convention the most welcoming and best ever gathering for all Macedonians, regardless of how they self-identify.
Respectfully,
Nick Stefanoff
2025 MPO Convention – Downtown Chicago
Make Your Hotel Reservations Now!
The excitement is growing for the MPO 2025 Convention to be at the Swissotel in downtown Chicago, Illinois. The time is now to make your hotel reservations over Labor Day weekend August 29th – September 1st, 2025. If you want to lock in on our special rate of $199, don’t wait until the last minute. We only have a limited number of blocked rooms available at that special rate, so don’t wait to make your reservation. Check out the Upcoming Convention page for all the information. You can also call the Reservations Department at 1-888-737-9477 to make a new reservation. Use the group name: Macedonian Patriotic Organization – Block Code: MACED0825. The Swissotel Chicago is located at 323 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601. The classic guest rooms are a King or a Double/Double room with all rooms having a mini refrigerator. There are a few items you need to be aware of before making your room reservation:
Come and Enjoy downtown Chicago with your family and friends and let’s celebrate the MPO convention together! |
A Message From The Macedonian Patriotic Organization
The Macedonian Patriotic Organization of the United States and Canada (MPO) offers our sincere condolences to the families of the many victims affected by the nightclub fire in Kocani, North Macedonia, and we pray for the speedy recovery of those who were injured. We also mourn the deaths of so many young lives that were lost in this terrible tragedy. In the words of North Macedonia’s prime minister, Hristijan Mickoski, “The loss of so many young lives is irreparable, and the pain of the families, loved ones and friends immeasurable.”
Respectfully on behalf of all MPO members and supporters,
Nicholas M. Stefanoff
MPO President
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!
