AHEPA E-News Volume 17, Issue 40 | Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Supreme Athletic Director Honored as Hellene of the Year by Hellenic Bar Association of IL

Supreme Athletic Director Chris Atsaves was honored by the Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois as Hellene of the Year at the 73rd HBA Scholarship Ball held on Saturday, November 18. Chris was recognized for his tireless work in AHEPA on the National, District and Chapter levels, where his primary focus has been bringing members together through athletics.  In addition to his extensive work in AHEPA, Chris is involved in many organizations throughout Chicago including Founding Member of the Hippocratic Cancer Research Foundation, Board Member of the Greek Orthodox Athletic League, and Board Member of the Saint Iakovos Retreat Center.  He also volunteers at the Greek American Nursing Home, AHEPA Bone Marrow Tournament, and NHIBT Basketball Tournament. He serves on the board at his home parish of Sts. Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church in Glenview, IL where is the chanter and sings in the choir. In attendance were Supreme Vice President Chris Kaitson, Supreme Counselor Themistocles Frangos, Supreme Governor George C. George, Board of Trustees member Louis G. Atsaves, District 13 Governor Harry Petrakos, and many other local AHEPA members. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Brother Atsaves on receiving this incredible honor!

A Message from Our Executive Director

Brothers:    Yesterday was GivingTuesday. This concept was created in 2012 and has become a global movement stemming from a simple idea, encouraging people to do good.  In the years since its inception, GivingTuesday has brought attention to some of the most worthy charitable causes and programs. As Ahepans, we have answered every GivingTuesday call and taken it a step further. We've turned it into an entire week, and whether in word, act or deed, for five days beginning on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving we donate generously to programs which benefit charities we care about and help as many as we can that are in need.  Since its founding in 1922, AHEPA has donated millions of dollars in aid. During the great depression, AHEPA worked tirelessly to feed hungry families. During World War II, we worked together to raise $350,000,000 in War Bond sales to pay for armaments, food, clothing for our servicemen and women. In the 1950’s and 60's we raised millions in aid for Greece thought the War Relief efforts and we built hospitals and medical centers. Throughout our Century of Service, AHEPA took the lead. AHEPA is asking, during this season of Giving, that EVERY member to donate $100 to an AHEPA cause. We've included some helpful donation links for you below. If you would like to learn more about our programs, please visit ahepa.org. Your tax deductible donation can help a brother or his family in a desperate time of need.   For AHEPA Programs that benefit those in need, donate to: AHEPA Charitable Foundation Our Emergency Relief Fund assists our members in areas devastated by natural disaster and funds AHEPA's humanitarian relief efforts in those areas. AHEPA Emergency Relief Fund Our Educational Foundation supports our future, providing a multitude of scholarships to students and facilitating the AHEPA Journey to Greece Program. AHEPA Educational Foundation Ensure our legacy and donate to the AHEPA Capitol Campaign to be sure that AHEPA lasts for another 100 years. AHEPA Capitol Campaign Fund Your copy should address 3 key questions: Who am I writing for? (Audience) Why should they care? (Benefit) What do I want them to do here? (Call-to-Action) Create a great offer by adding words like "free" "personalized" "complimentary" or "customized." A sense of urgency often helps readers take an action, so think about inserting phrases like "for a limited time only" or "only 7 remaining"! Mass AHEPA Initiation in Munich

Supreme President Savas C. Tsivicos had the honor of visiting Friedrich von Thiersch Chapter 618 in Munich and assist in a mass initiation ceremony, welcoming many new brothers into our Order. Accompanied by AHEPA Canada President Emmanuel Constas and District 28 Governor Dimosthenis Mammonas, the Supreme President was honored by an official dinner hosted by the Chapter, led by Chapter President & District 28 VP of Education Christos Kafasis. Present were Greek Consul General in Munich, H.E. Vassilios Gouloussis and representatives of the Orthodox Metropolis, local associations and Munich University professors of Greek origin. Brothers from other AHEPA Chapters across Europe, including from Brussels, London, Frankfurt and Wiesbaden also attended the festivities.

AHEPA Supports 25th Annual Capital Link Invest in Greece Forum Once again, AHEPA is supporting the Capital Link Invest in Greece forum, this year, on their 25th Anniversary! To learn more about this event, visit the links below! Overview: https://forums.capitallink.com/greece/2023/ Agenda: https://forums.capitallink.com/greece/2023/agenda.html Invitation: https://forums.capitallink.com/greece/2023/invitation/igf3.html Forum Registration : https://forums.capitallink.com/greece/2023/signup.html Dinner registration: http://forums.capitallink.com/greece/2023/signup-dinner.html

Greeks in Miami Sponsorships Now Available!

Greeks in Miami is one of the most successful Sons & Maids events of the year, attracting hundreds of young professionals from across the United States and Canada, and that's in part because of the support they get from AHEPA Family Members and Friends. The majority of event proceeds from weekend packages, tournament fees, and sponsorships go directly to the SOP & MOA national project or their other philanthropic endeavors. This year's National Project is the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, an organization that strives to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. You are invited to become a sponsor of Greeks in Miami to support not just the Sons of Pericles and Maids of Athena, but their National Project as well. Sponsorships are available on an individual or corporate level by downloading the form below or visiting the link below to purchase one through the Sons of Pericles website.   All event sponsors will be recognized on event t-shirts, social media posts, and throughout the tournament weekend.

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While It Lasts! Get Your AHEPA Centennial Merch

Get it while it lasts! AHEPA centennial commemorative merchandise is available that includes a commemorative coin and stand and decanter set. Years of service and chapter officer pins, award plaques, and AHEPA t-shirts, watches, patches, and more!  Check it all out in the AHEPA Marketplace catalog.

Upcoming Events & Deadlines

December 11 | 25th Annual Capital Link Invest In Greece Forum 17 | AHEPA Christmas Benefit for Journey to Greece Program, Moonachie, NJ 31 | Deadline for 2023 Membership Dues

January 12-14 | Greeks in Miami, Miami Beach, FL - Sponsor the Event!

Greek American News Digest  Editor's Note: Editorials, commentaries, opinion pieces, and articles are shared for information purposes only and do not necessarily reflect the views or policy positions of the Order of AHEPA, its affiliated organizations, and members Greece PM laments lack of progress with UK on Parthenon Sculptures Reuters (November 26) Talks over a possible return of the British Museum's Parthenon Sculptures to Athens are not advancing quickly enough, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Sunday as he prepared to meet British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak this week. read more Giannis Antetokounmpo expresses his desire to play for Greece in the 2024 Paris Olympics Sports Illustrated (November 24) As a proud national and an undisputed sports gem of his nation, there is no question that Giannis Antetokounmpo has his eyes set on spearheading Greece toward next year's Olympics participation in Paris. But for now, the superstar isn't putting himself too ahead for the prestigious event as his commitment remains pinned in the 2023-24 NBA campaign with the Milwaukee Bucks. read more Exclusive: Greek shippers exit Russian oil trade as U.S. tightens price cap scrutiny Reuters (November 23) Three major Greek shipping firms have stopped transporting Russian oil in recent weeks in order to avoid U.S. sanctions now being imposed on some shipping firms carrying Russian oil, four traders told Reuters and shipping data showed. The development is a blow to Russia as it narrows the number of shipping firms that are ready to transport Russian oil to consumers in Asia, Turkey, the Middle East, Africa and South America - although traders said Moscow still had enough shipping firms for now. read more Seatrium delivers Greece’s first floating LNG terminal ahead of imminent start-up Upstream Online (November 27) Singapore-headquartered offshore engineering supplier Seatrium has delivered the floating storage and regasification vessel to be deployed in Greece as part of the country’s gas supply diversification strategy. The Alexandroupolis FSRU was delivered on Monday to GasLog, one of the shareholders of the floating terminal that is due to come into operation towards the end of this year. read more Greece, Latvia, Puerto Rico and Spain to host FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments 2024 FIBA (November 27) The FIBA Executive Committee has confirmed the hosts of the men's FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments 2024.  The National Federations of Greece, Latvia, Puerto Rico and Spain have been awarded the hosting rights of the four FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournaments, which will be played from July 2 to 7, 2024, in the cities of Piraeus, Riga, San Juan and Valencia. read more

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