The Richmond, Virginia Hooys Chapter is the newest chapter in the Eastern United States’ region. The Chapter adopted the name “Hooys” means Hope in 2005 to signify the chapter members’ continuing belief in the promise and progress of the Armenian Nation.  The chapter holds many fundraisers throughout the year and supports Mother and Child Clinic and local Armenian college and university students with scholarships. It is a strong participant in the projects of the ARS Eastern USA and the ARS, Inc.’s programs in Armenian, Artsakh, and Javakhk.