The Commodore Barry Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians was founded on St. Patrick's Day 1990 in National Park, New Jersey. During their short existence they have become well known in the Irish-American community in the Tri-State area as being very active in Irish causes. They have been regularly recognized at the National and State levels for their charitable contributions. Recipients of their donations include, but are not limited to, Project Children, the IPPCH, the Antietam Battlefield Irish Brigade Monument, the Philadelphia Famine Memorial and many local charities. As they continue to grow it is their goal to further Irish and Irish-American causes. The Mission of the Ancient Order of Hibernians is beautiful in its simplicity. Their goal is to promote friendship, unity and Christian charity.