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Boston 2026 Receives Major Grant from American Helvetia Philatelic Society
Boston 2026 World Expo is pleased to announce a generous $2,500 grant from the American Helvetia Philatelic Society (AHPS), the world’s largest English-language 
Switzerland philatelic society. Members of AHPS have been raising funds through their “$26 for ’26” campaign to support the society’s activities at Boston 2026, which includes a $2,500 grant approved by its board for the show according to AHPS Treasurer Bruce Marsden.
“We are thrilled to partner with Boston 2026,” said AHPS President Steven Opheim. “This grant underscores our members’ passion for Swiss philately and their commitment to advancing the hobby through world-class events like Boston 2026 World Expo.”
As the largest English-language society dedicated to Swiss philately, AHPS connects over 200 members across 35 states and 8 countries. Through monthly Member Meetings via Zoom, its award-winning TELL journal, and an active AHPS Facebook Group, AHPS fosters an international community of passionate collectors of Switzerland and Liechtenstein philately. AHPS’ website hosts an extensive online library, rich with Swiss philatelic research and resources.
During Boston 2026, AHPS will host several events and will share a society table with United Nations Philatelists Inc. (UNPI), the world’s largest organization dedicated to UN 
and UN-related philately. Attendees are invited to visit the table to connect with the AHPS and UNPI communities throughout the eight-day exhibition.
For more information about AHPS, including membership options and access to their extensive philatelic resources, visit Swiss-Stamps.org or contact Paul Sobon, the AHPS Secretary at Secretary@swiss-stamps.org.
Boston 2026 will take place from May 23-30, 2026, at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Full show details can be found at Boston2026.org and on Twitter and Facebook. Sign up to be added to the Boston 2026 email list and receive updates when available.
