What is the Philoptochos?
The Philoptochos is the second largest women’s charity organization in the world. We are the official charity arm of the Orthodox Church.
What is the History of the Philoptochos?
Philoptochos, established in 1931 by the late Patriarch Athenagoras 1, means “Friend of the Poor.”
There are nine dioceses which comprise the National Philoptochos organization. The St. Anthony’s Philoptochos is a part of the San Francisco Diocese. On this level, Philoptochos serves as the liaison between the national organization and local chapters. Philoptochos is volunteer driven and initiates or supports many church activities and charitable projects. Philoptochos Society # 4038 of St. Anthony Greek Orthodox Church, Reno, Nevada embodies the principles of a Christian ministry while offering support, assistance and encouragement to all in need.
What Charities do your contributions go to ?
On a National Level we support:
Vasilopita Collection for St. Basil’s Orphanage, Cancer Fund, Cardiac Fund, IInternational Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC),Kids N Cancer,Library Fund,St. Basil Academy,Holy Cross Scholarship Fund,Hellenic College ,Social Services, Social Welfare Emergency Fund,St. Nicholas Ranch,Student Endowment Fund St. Basil Orphanage ,St. Photios Shrine,Retired Priests & Presbyteras Fund,Support a Missionary Priest
On a Diocese Level we support: Kids ‘N’ Cancer ,Diocese Library Fund,Diocese Social Welfare, St. Nicholas Ranch,Student Endowment Fund and Local Dues-$10 for each member.
On a Local Level we support: Family Promise (helps homeless families),Kids N Cancer Camp at St. Nicholas Ranch,Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets,Donations for Susan G. Komen Foundation,Community Outreach,Mother’s and Father’s Day Host Sundays,Parishioners in need ,St. Anthony Kitchen Fund
Special Event
October Rummage Sale
Start saving your clean clothes, kitchen items, jewelry, mens and childrens items, books and etc., along with hangers and bags for our October Rummage Sale. The proceeds from the sale will go to BASEF - Bishop Anthony Scholarship Endowment Fund. This money goes to the new priests in our metropolis. We have a shortage of new priests, and we want the new ones to start off not being in debt for their schooling. The Philoptochos thanks everyone in advance for their participation to make this the best Rummage Sale yet.
2009 Introduction Letter from Elaine Kanellos