The Anchor Benevolent Society, Inc.

The Anchor Benevolent Society
The Anchor Benevolent Society

Celebrating Croatian Heritage and Community Support

Celebrating Croatian Heritage and Community SupportCelebrating Croatian Heritage and Community SupportCelebrating Croatian Heritage and Community SupportCelebrating Croatian Heritage and Community Support

Connecting immigrants through culture, support, and tradition since 1895.

Celebrating Croatian Heritage and Community Support

Celebrating Croatian Heritage and Community SupportCelebrating Croatian Heritage and Community SupportCelebrating Croatian Heritage and Community SupportCelebrating Croatian Heritage and Community Support

Connecting immigrants through culture, support, and tradition since 1895.

Welcome to the Anchor Benevolent Society

Our History

Founded in 1895, the Anchor Benevolent Society was established to support immigrants from Croatia. We have a rich history of helping newcomers find jobs and housing while fostering a sense of community.

The Anchor Benevolent Society

Join our community and enjoy fun events, meet new people, sing, dance, and keep our traditions alive!

The Anchor Benevolent Society 130th Anniversary Gala

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Upcoming Events

10/18/2025

The Anchor Benevolent Society 130th Anniversary Gala

6:30 PM

Terrace on the Park 52-11 111 th Street Queens, NY 11368

Event Details

10/18/2025

The Anchor Benevolent Society 130th Anniversary Gala

We invite you to celebrate with us 130 years of the Anchor Benevolent Society.  Join us for dinner and dancing to the music of Eleonora, Mar...

Event Details

6:30 PM

Terrace on the Park 52-11 111 th Street Queens, NY 11368

10/18/2025

The Anchor Benevolent Society Special Commemorative Mass for 130 Years

3:00 PM

Most Precious Blood RC Church 32-23 36th Street Astoria, NY 11106

Event Details

10/18/2025

The Anchor Benevolent Society Special Commemorative Mass for 130 Years

To commemorate the Society's 130th Anniversary, there will be a special mass in Astoria prior to the Gala.  All are welcome to attend.

3:00 PM

Most Precious Blood RC Church 32-23 36th Street Astoria, NY 11106

10/5/2025

Istrian Seamen Benevolent Society 101st Anniversary Dinner Dance

1:00 PM

Leonard's Palazzo 555 North Boulevard Great Neck, NY 11021

Event Details

10/5/2025

Istrian Seamen Benevolent Society 101st Anniversary Dinner Dance

In support of the milestones of our fellow Societies, if any members would like to attend this event, please call or email us so that we can...

Event Details

1:00 PM

Leonard's Palazzo 555 North Boulevard Great Neck, NY 11021

Past Events

9/7/2025

Fall Member Meeting

2:00 PM

Plattduetsche Park Restaurant 1132 Hempstead Tpke Franklin Square, NY 11010

Event Details

9/7/2025

Fall Member Meeting

Members please join us at 2:00 PM at Plattduetsche Park Restaurant in Franklin Square for our Fall Meeting.  We will continue to discuss pla...

Event Details

2:00 PM

Plattduetsche Park Restaurant 1132 Hempstead Tpke Franklin Square, NY 11010

01/26/2025

First member meeting of 2025

1:00 PM

Plattduetsche Park Restaurant 1132 Hempstead Tpke Franklin Square, NY 11010

Event Details

01/26/2025

First member meeting of 2025

Members please join us at 1:00 PM at Plattduetsche Park Restaurant in Franklin Square for our first meeting of the 2025, which is the 130th ...

Event Details

1:00 PM

Plattduetsche Park Restaurant 1132 Hempstead Tpke Franklin Square, NY 11010

The Anchor Benevolent Society through the years

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    Better yet, see us in person at one of our events!

    We love to welcome new friends and hear your stories!

    The Anchor Benevolent Society

    PO Box 1122 Valley Stream, NY 11582

    Email: anchorsecretary@yahoo.com

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