Awards

The Tekeyan Cultural Association of USA and Canada gives the following two awards during every convention meeting:

Dickran Simsarian Trophy
Named after one of the founders and leaders of TCA USA and Canada.
The trophy is given to the most active chapter.

Vartkess and Rita Balian Press Award
Named after the benefactors who live in the Washington, DC area.
The award of $2000 from the TCA Balian Fund is given to Armenian press editors and contributors.
The awards are given to Armenian and English language writers alternatively.