Philoptochos
What is Philoptochos?
The word “Philoptochos,” meaning “friend of the poor,” encapsulates this multi-faceted organization whose philanthropy extends to those who are hungry, forgotten, displaced, abused, suffering illness or simply needing the help of the Church.
The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, Inc. is the philanthropic arm of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America that has offered 88 years of philanthropy through a multitude of programs that make a difference in the lives of people in the United States and throughout the world. The Society was established in November 1931, by the late Ecumenical Patriarch Athenagoras I, who was then serving as Archbishop of North and South America.
St. George Philoptochos continues to support local worthy organizations that serve some of our most vulnerable neighbors including Coachella Valley Rescue Mission, Desert Cancer Foundation, Pegasus Riding Academy for the Handicapped, Boys & girls Club of Indio, Shelter from the Storm, The Narrow Door, and SafeHouse of the Desert and many more.
St George Philoptochos Board 2015-2027
St. George Philoptochos
Board 2025-2027
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Executive Officers
Irene Stambolos - President
Susan Segaar - 1st Vice President
Margarita Pagoulatos - 2nd Vice President
Rhonda Latkovic - Advisor/Treasurer
Debbie Pousen - Assistant Treasurer
Tina Veroulis - Recording Secretary
Linda Kallis - Corresponding Secretary
Marie Malley - Hospitality Chairperson
Paulette Carkonen
Kalitsa Xitco
Elaine Grillos
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