Związek Klubów Polskich w USA

A nonprofit charitable organization based in Chicago. Founded in 1928, Związek Klubów Polskich w USA brings together clubs representing regions of Poland and supports Polish Americans and their communities of origin. It promotes Polish culture, language, traditions, and customs through historical, patriotic, religious, and national observances. The organization also works with Polish American groups to unite the community and strengthen its presence in the United States. Its recurring events include the May 3 Constitution Day Parade, Harvest Festival, Polish Community Christmas Wafer gathering, Easter Basket Blessing, and New Year's Eve celebration. It also organizes commemorations of the Katyn massacre, the Smolensk tragedy, and the September 17, 1939 invasion of Poland. ZKP has 501(c)(3) status, making donations tax deductible.