The German American National Congress, acronym DANK (Deutsch Amerikanischer National Kongress), is the largest organization of Americans of Germanic descent. Check out dank.org and join our Forum! :0)
DANK - German American National Congress We hope everyone continues to enjoy the Convention pictures and stories here, on our blog, and on the Forum!
DANK - German American National Congress More pictures can be found on our Forum under the Events section. These are just a few examples of who we are, the fun we have, and the work we do.
Nov. 9, 1989 – What Happened That Day?My apologies on getting the Video of the Week out this late. This week Germany celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Deutsche Welle ran an interesting set of videos surrounding this event and I decided to pick out an interest...
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DANK - German American National Congress So speaking of volunteering and internship opportunities, please contact us if you are interested in working with DANK National or the DANK Haus! office@dank.org
Lauren Rubendall VanderBerg Dear DANK, I really like your new FB presence! Way to join the new Millenium! Also, let me know when you need volunteers, I'm right down the street!
DANK - German American National Congress We now have 100 fans! Thank you! Yay!
After the Saturday Gala Ball, delegates made it back to their rooms to change into more comfortable attire. Off with the shoes, out of the gown, and into some comfy pajamas or what ever one may sleep in. Some of the delegates were shy at first but after a few beers and some lively singing, ever...
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Delegates, guests and dignitaries were dressed to kill as the evening festivities got under way. The emcee welcomed everyone and then invited Bill Schimidt, President of DANK South, Mayor Jim Holland of Frankfort , Consul General Onno Hückmann and National President Bill Fuchs forward to bring gr...
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The Presidency was again uncontested and Bill Fuchs was unanimously re-elected. After the votes were counted Erik Wittmann and Donna Lippert were re-elected to the positions of Vice-President. Beverly Pochatko was uncontested for the position of Secretary and Maria Thompson was uncontested for th...
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DANK - German American National Congress Only 6 more fans and we'll hit the big 100. Invite your friends! A happy Veterans Day and a big thanks to all veterans and their families today. It's also the big Carneval kick-off toda in Germany.
DANK - German American National Congress Certificate of Tribute received today from the office of Governor Jennifer M. Graham of Michigan to commemorate our 50th Anniversary!
Some of you may be wondering where the convention coverage is for the remainder of the convention. Things got really busy but they will be coming soon, so look for coverage on the Gala event and an inside look at the official convention pajama party. There are a lot of pictures to sort through ...
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DANK - German American National Congress Today is one of the most important days in world history! We celebrate the Fall of the Berlin Wall.
DANK - German American National Congress We all survived the Convention and had a wonderful time! Check out the Blog and Forum for all the action, to greet some new people, and see some of our beautiful faces.
Friday’s convention events came to an end with a fantastic Dinner and Dance at DANK Chicago South’s Club House. During the evening there were various awards presented as well as the induction of the first DANK Youth Ambassador, Andrea Dietz. A right up with details will be available...
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