O'Doherty
Heritage
Our Clann Association
Association of Ó Dochartaighs
Over four decades ago the Ó Dochartaighs became one of the first Irish families to form a clann association. Today, our Clann organization, revitalized as The Association of Ó Dochartaighs, collaboratively unites a worldwide group of volunteers and individuals who share our common Ó Dochartaigh heritage. The Association's vision is to foster better genealogical and genetic research and to build our sense of community in organizing periodic Clann reunions.
We believe everyone who shares this heritage should be a part of it, thus there are presently no membership dues. The Association relies on your donations and, as a non-profit organization, it has obtained 501(c)(3) status in the United States so US donors may receive favorable tax treatment for their giving. Ours is an all-volunteer organization—we welcome all inquiries. If you're interested in serving on any of the committees, please contact our secretary, Eva Doherty Gremmert.
Committees joining the Association of Ó Dochartaighs:
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Communication – including our websites, Facebook pages and Association mailing list
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Doherty Y-DNA study – formally created in 2004 and is ongoing
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Fundraising – for special heritage projects and scholarship Y-DNA kits
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Genealogy – collecting family trees and collaborating with our Y-DNA study
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Reunion – promoting reunions of Ó Dochartaighs across the world
Meet Our Association Leaders
John Vincent Doherty
Malin, Co. Donegal, Ireland
Association President
John V Doherty, known in Inishowen as "Shan the Saddler" from the family nickname, has been involved with the Ó Dochartaigh Reunion since before its inception in 1985. He has served as Chairman of the Reunion Committee and, now, a Clann Officer. John (aka Sean) operates a very nice large Bed & Breakfast named Culdonagh Manor between Carndonagh and Malin on the Culdaff road. John served nearly two decades in law enforcement with An Garda Síochána. In addition to their own six children, John and his wife show how big their hearts are as they've helped foster 22 children.
Joseph Pascal Doherty
Carndonagh, Co. Donegal, Ireland
Association Vice President
Joe P Doherty, known as "Joe Paul" in Inishowen from his family's nickname, was also one of the original members of the Ó Dochartaigh Reunion in the 1980s and continues to be involved in the Reunion's planning and preparation through today, in additional to his serving as a Clann Officer.
Eva Doherty Gremmert
Carnation, Washington, USA
Association Secretary
A woman of many talents, Eva is an author, blogger, public speaker, and business development consultant. She and her husband have operated HBG Services, a tax and accounting firm, since 1984. A year later, Eva traveled to Inishowen for the first reunion in 1985 and has been connected to the Ireland ever since. In 2001, Eva began serving as our Reunion Coordinator, a role which she has successfully executed ever since. In addition to her passion for the Clann, Eva founded the Irish Genealogical and Historical Society and is a Silver Wellness Advocate with doTERRA Essential Oils. Eva uses her experiences raising a child with a life threatening syndrome to empower people, educate, and spread joy.
Transparency:
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You may find details about our Organization at ccfs.sos.wa.gov. Use the Charity/Fundraiser/Trust Search using the name "ASSOCIATION OF ODOCHARTAIGHS".