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About Philoptochos

The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos society is the official philanthropic women’s organization of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese and one of the largest Christian women’s organizations in America.  The name means “friend of the poor” being derived from the Greek words philo(friend) + ptohos (poor).  Established in 1931, this non-profit organization is comprised of over 25,000 members in more than 480 chapters nationwide. The Holy Apostles chapter is one of the largest chapters nationwide with about 200 members. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to promote charitable and philanthropic outreach by aiding the poor, the hungry, the sick, the orphaned and the victims of disasters.

The Holy Apostles Chapter

  • More than 50 years of Philanthropic Endeavors
  • This chapter supports a variety of philanthropic and charitable organizations as well as programs that benefit our parish.  
  • Our volunteers assist year-round with projects and fundraising events to benefit the local community and national and international communitites.

Congratulations to our new officers!

 

Board of Directors for 2023-2025

 

Executive Board

President – Diane Dietz

1st Vice President – Emily Rehn

2nd Vice President – Stacy Kafkes

Treasurer – Eleni Poteres

Asst. Treasurer – Wanita Loupakos (Metropolis Board)

Corresponding Secretary – Nicole Kubesh

Recording Secretary – Antella Thiakos

Advisor – Cynthia Stathopoulos

 

Board Members

Faye Adams (Philanthropy)

Chrisie Alex

Stephanie Coumas

Aleka Ernst (Programs, Publicity & Technology)

Georgia Kass

Cathy Magas (Pillars & Rocks)

Aleka Mandelaris (Pillars & Rocks)

Kathy Obmascik (Membership)

Maria Patt (Philanthropy)

Sandra Pihos

Bess Shizas (Sunshine)

Anne Theophilos

Sundy Urban

 


UPCOMING EVENTS

 

September Membership/General Meeting

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

7:00 pm

Location – Michael Jordan's Steakhouse-OakBrook


Fashion Show

Saturday, October 21, 2023

11:00 am

Drury Lane, Oak Brook



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