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60th NAM Convention 2025 - Raleigh North Carolina
A letter of introduction of this year's convention from the NAM Board
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Dear NAM Family & Friends,
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​With hearts full of joy and gratitude, we warmly invite you to the 60th Annual NAM Convention, July 3–6, 2025, in Raleigh, NC! This milestone celebration, themed “Faith Ignited - Hope Renewed,” marks a blessed Jubilee Year—a time to come together as one family in faith, prayer, and shared memories. Hosted by Saint Sharbel Maronite Church, proudly celebrating 25 years of blessings, this year's convention begins with a spiritual opening night of adoration, heartfelt prayers, tarateel, and a welcoming dinner filled with warmth and connection.
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The weekend offers something for everyone: vibrant kids’ zones bursting with fun, the MYO Corner featuring Kahoots, games, an escape room, and MYA mixers that spark new connections and friendships. Discover the board game lounge with unlimited freestyle games and tournaments, rejuvenate in the wellness zone with ballroom dancing or tips on flexibility and mobility, and enrich your mind with engaging workshops crafted to inspire and ignite curiosity. At NAM this year, boredom simply isn’t an option!
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On Friday night, bring your best Lebanese traditional outfit for a Lebanese hafli—a night of music, dancing, and celebration that will have you dancing till morning! And on Saturday, the Superstar Hicham El Hajj will light up the banquet room with an unforgettable performance. This is just a glimpse of what’s in store, so be sure to follow us on social media for the latest updates and sneak peeks. Raleigh, “America’s best-hidden secret,” offers the perfect backdrop with its rich culture, warmSouthern charm, and welcoming spirit. We have curated excursions by age so that all participants can discover Raleigh’s hidden gems. Our host hotel, Hilton Raleigh North Hills, is conveniently located near downtown, the vibrant North Hills shopping district, and top dining spots at Midtown Raleigh. A hotel shuttle ensures you’re always in the heart of the action.
​Sponsorships play a vital role in making this celebration unforgettable—click on the button below to learn how you can be part of this momentous occasion.
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We eagerly await your arrival in Raleigh, where faith, tradition, and community come alive. May Godbless your journey and guide you safely to this joyous celebration of NAM’s 60th year!
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In Christ’s love,
Father Robert Farah, Pastor
Ghada Aoun & Marie Ghanime Guorgui, NAM 2025 Co-Chairs
Patty Boulous, NAM Co-Directors
Book your Hotel Accommodation today!
NAM Convention Room Block
Group Name: National Apostolate of Maronites
Group/SRP Code: NAM25
DIRECT BOOKING LINK: https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=RDUNHHF&groupCode=NAM25&arrivaldate=2025-06-30&departuredate=2025-07-07&cid=OM
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Guests can book their own reservation via the direct booking link shown above specific to your group and group rate or call the hotel directly at (919)-872-2323 to be transferred to Central Reservations. When guests call-in to book a reservation, it is extremely important to reference the SRP/Group Code listed above (NAM25) and specify the dates to ensure they book their reservation at the $159 group rate.
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Cut-off date June 1st, 2025 (Please note that all reservations must be made before Midnight on 6.2.25 when remaining rooms in the block not booked, will be automatically released.)
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Cut off dates for room blocks are concrete. If you exceed your rooming block more rooms may or may not be added and may be a different price.
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Individual guests are responsible to call-in or book their individual reservations and paying for their individual reservations.
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Breakfast is NOT Included in the Rate.
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We require 72 hrs prior to arrival for cancellation without penalty for individual reservations.
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Complimentary self-parking included.
Become a Sponsor!
Elevate your business by sponsoring the NAM Convention, a cornerstone of the American Lebanese community celebrating its 60th anniversary. Our customizable sponsorship packages offer a unique opportunity to:
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Promote Your Brand: Gain visibility within a vibrant cultural tradition.
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Support Cultural Heritage: Contribute to preserving Lebanese heritage and its integration into the
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American mosaic.
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Fund Charitable and Educational Initiatives: Your sponsorship aids NAM's outreach programs, fostering education and community support.
Join us in celebrating unity and diversity. Explore our sponsorship packages today. Explore Sponsorship Packages via the button below. Or if you need help deciding which sponsorship is best for your company or family? Our sponsorship matrix breaks it all down!
The 60th Annual NAM Convention is a landmark celebration, offering a multigenerational program packed with activities for all ages. Highlights include excursions, social and cultural events, gatherings, gala dinners, cocktail parties, workshops, and mixers.
NAM is dedicated to empowering the Lebanese diaspora and Maronite community across the U.S. by fostering connections and celebrating heritage. Our mission is to build a vibrant, diverse American Lebanese community rooted in Maronite tradition, while enriching our American identity. Through national and regional conventions, educational initiatives, and cultural events, NAM creates platforms for personal growth, networking, and mutual support.
Your support plays a vital role in expanding NAM’s reach, increasing its impact, and strengthening ties between the Lebanese diaspora and our roots in Lebanon. Together, we can make a lasting difference, building a more inclusive future.
This year, NAM proudly celebrates its National Convention, an annual event hosted in a different major American city. In 2025, the convention will be held in Raleigh, North Carolina, a city recently ranked by Forbes as the No. 1 Best Place for Business and Careers - a title Raleigh has held for the last five consecutive years. Known as a "Surge City" and one of the hottest real estate markets in the country, Raleigh provides the perfect setting for this landmark event. With its vibrant community, family-friendly atmosphere, and dynamic economic growth, Raleigh offers an inspiring backdrop for NAM’s milestone gathering, where members will connect, celebrate, and advance.
Over the Fourth of July weekend, attendees will unite to honor their heritage, faith, and commitment to unity. The celebration features keynote speakers, business and cultural workshops, networking mixers, and evenings filled with food, music, and camaraderie.
Sponsoring the convention connects your brand with cultural pride, community empowerment, and 60 years of Lebanese heritage. Your support ensures a meaningful legacy while showcasing your commitment to
inclusivity and connection.