The United Irish Associations of West Hudson, Inc.

The United Irish Associations of West Hudson, Inc. is a New Jersey-based non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and preserving Irish-American culture through community events and educational initiatives. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Kearny, NJ, the organization serves the tri-county area encompassing East Newark, Harrison, and Kearny with a primary focus on cultural programming and public engagement.

The organization's flagship initiative is the Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade, a major community event that the association funds, manages, and presents across the three municipalities it serves. This signature event draws thousands of participants and spectators, making it a cornerstone of the region's cultural calendar. Beyond parade organization, the United Irish Associations of West Hudson operates as a collaborative umbrella organization bringing together nine member organizations, including the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 7, Friends of Erin, the Irish-American Association of Kearny, Knights of Columbus councils, and various fraternal and civic groups.

The association's governance structure includes a Board of Trustees composed of representatives from each member organization, ensuring broad community input and shared responsibility. This collaborative model has proven effective since the organization's inception, with the founding partnership between the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 7, the Irish-American Club, the Four Provinces, and Friends of Erin establishing the foundation for sustained cultural programming. Operating as a charitable, religious, educational, and cultural entity, the United Irish Associations of West Hudson remains committed to perpetuating Irish-American heritage and fostering community pride throughout Kearny and the surrounding West Hudson region.