in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
St. Demetrios Upper Darby Marks Feast Day with New Priest Ordained
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby marked its feast day with a Hierarchical Divine Liturgy led by Metropolitan Apostolos and the ordination of Father Konstantinos Loukas.
How Greek North America Kept Greece Alive in WWII
How Greek Americans and Greek Canadians raised millions, broke a blockade, and even formed a Greek Battalion. The Diaspora that fed a nation and fought for it.
Name Days This Week: October 26 – November 1, 2025
From Saint Demetrios of Thessaloniki to the healing saints Cosmas and Damianos, the week of October 26–November 1 is rich with beloved feast days and traditions. See who’s being celebrated and wish your friends and family…
Philadelphia-Area Leaders Honored Among New Archons
Six Greek Orthodox leaders from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware were invested as Archons in New York, continuing a long tradition of service to the Ecumenical Patriarchate.
Today in History: The Golden Greek Who Gave Hellenic America a Voice in Washington
From Columbia football hero to founder of the American Hellenic Institute, Gene Rossides gave Greek Americans a powerful voice in Washington.
Greek American Students Explore Modern Greece with the AHI Foundation
The AHI Foundation’s 2025 Foreign Policy Trip took ten Greek American students from Washington to Athens, offering a rare inside view of Greece’s leadership, defense, and culture.
Greek Spirit Shines in London: THI Gala Raises Over Half a Million for Greece
The Hellenic Initiative’s London Gala drew over 400 guests and raised more than $500,000 to support humanitarian and economic programs in Greece and Cyprus.
Name Days This Week: October 19 – 25, 2025
From Cleopatra and Gerasimos to Iakovos and Chrysanthi, the week of October 19–25 is filled with name days tied to saints, martyrs, and beloved traditions. Discover who’s being celebrated and wish them Χρόνια πολλά.
When Girls Served at the Altar in Philadelphia
In 1927, photographs from St. George Cathedral in Philadelphia captured a forgotten moment: young girls vested and serving at the altar. Their presence challenges long-held assumptions about Orthodoxy in America.
Three Greek American Billionaires on Forbes’ 2025 Immigrant Rich List
Three Greek American entrepreneurs turned immigrant beginnings into billion-dollar fortunes and give back to their communities.
Startup Spirit: How The Hellenic Initiative Backs Greece’s Entrepreneurs
From crisis to opportunity, The Hellenic Initiative has become a lifeline for Greece’s entrepreneurs. With programs like ReGeneration, VentureGarden, and the Venture Impact Awards, it is fueling jobs, startups, and confidence in a new generation.
Name Days This Week: October 12 – 18, 2025
From Andromachi and Valantios to Loukas and Marinos, mid-October carries name day traditions that bridge faith and family. See who is celebrated October 12–18 and wish them Χρόνια πολλά.
