In the summer of the year 1991, Togolese residing in Chicago, started monthly meetings that led to the creation of ATC in June 1992. These Togolese were inspired by a common determination to meet their socio-economic needs through a charitable association. Living abroad and far from their homeland, they came together to build a community which will serve as a hub and a safe place for their brothers and sisters. ATC is a registered organization with the great state of Illinois and has it 501(c)3.