in the Community
Stories from the Greek-American community, its institutions, events, and people.
Apply by July 15 for the Hellenic Hearts Filodoxia Scholar Program ($7,500 Scholarship Available)
Hellenic Hearts has opened applications for the 2025 Filodoxia Scholar Program, an initiative that supports Hellenic youth in their academic journey while fostering a deep connection to their cultural identity. Up to four students will each…
Name Days This Week: June 15–21, 2025
Summer is in full swing, and so is the tradition of wishing “Χρόνια πολλά” to friends, cousins, and neighbors—here and back in Greece. A name day is often just the reason we need to reconnect, share…
Honoring World Blood Donor Day Through Orthodox Faith And Service
In Orthodox communities across the world, June 14, World Blood Donor Day, offers a quiet moment for reflection. Giving blood may seem like a simple gesture, but within the Orthodox Christian tradition, it carries a deeper…
St. Demetrios Celebrates Five Years Of Fundraising For Greek Education At Llanerch Country Club
The St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Upper Darby hosted its fifth annual fundraising event yesterday at the Llanerch Country Club in Havertown, bringing together supporters from across the Delaware Valley for an evening that balanced…
Name Days This Week: June 8–14, 2025
Summer is in the air and, once again, name days give us a reason to reach out—whether you’re sharing wishes with friends in Philadelphia, calling a cousin in Greece, or just thinking of a loved one…
Wilmington Greek Festival Brings The Community Together Once Again
Wilmington, DE – The Greek Festival at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral is well underway, and this year’s turnout confirms what many already knew: it’s one of the most beloved gatherings in the area. With perfect…
Hellenic Hearts Gala in Newtown Square: Measured Impact, Shared Commitment
Newtown Square, PA — On Sunday night at the Ellis Preserve, Greek Americans from across the country gathered for the annual Hellenic Hearts Gala, supporting a growing network of charitable and educational initiatives that now extend…
A Day On The Green With Hellenic Hearts
Wilmington, DE – Earlier this week, members and supporters of Hellenic Hearts gathered at Fieldstone Golf Club in Wilmington for a day that combined philanthropy with community connection. The annual Golf Outing followed the previous evening’s…
Name Days This Week: June 1–7, 2025
Throughout the year, Greek Orthodox name days are more than dates on a calendar—they are living links that keep families, friends, and faith connected. For Greek-Americans in Philadelphia and beyond, celebrating a name day is a…
James and Nike Lagos Make Major Gift to the American Hellenic Institute Foundation
A major gift from James and Nike Lagos, longtime supporters of the American Hellenic Institute Foundation (AHIF), was recently announced in Washington. The $751,000 donation comes from the proceeds of a property sale and marks a…
St. George Greek Festival Fills Old City with the Spirit of Greece
Philadelphia, PA – This weekend, the heart of Old City beats to a distinctly Greek rhythm, as the St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral opens its doors for its annual Greek Festival. Step onto the festival grounds…
St. Sophia Grecian Festival: Food, Tradition, and Community in Jeffersonville
Each spring, St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Jeffersonville becomes the center of a tradition that now marks its 22nd year. Over time, the festival has grown—not just in size, but in meaning for parishioners, families,…
