Be the Hope this Christmas – Join our End of Year Appeal for Greece
As Christmas approaches, we are reminded that more families and individuals in Greece will face this period alone, without the comforts and companionship most of us take for granted.
This year, the joint End of Year Appeal by The Hellenic Initiative (THI), THI Australia and THI Canada supports the impactful programs delivered by Emfasis Foundation – one of our trusted partner charities.
For over a decade, Emfasis has stood on the front lines in Greece, supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness, extreme hardship, and social isolation. Emfasis provides essential services to those who are often unseen – offering food, warmth, shelter, medical support, and, most importantly, human connection and dignity.
Katerina is a single parent with two young children and a beneficiary of Emfasis’ services. “My children could only dream of celebrating Christmas due to our economic struggles. The joy they expressed when they were presented with a gift for Christmas by Emfasis last year was pure magic – a moment I will cherish”.
Your generosity helps make experiences like this possible for children, families and individuals less fortunate.
Your support this year can bring hope and joy to many more families like Katerina’s:
- $50 can deliver a small gift to a child, reminding them they are not forgotten.
- $75 can help provide essential grocery items and a care package for someone struggling to make ends meet.
- $125 can help Emfasis provide a homeless person with warmth and temporary accommodation.
Or you may choose to give another amount meaningful to you.
Every contribution, large and small, brings hope, comfort and a moment of joy to someone facing an otherwise lonely and challenging Christmas.
Please consider donating today.
Together, as the Greek Diaspora, we can ensure that no one in our homeland feels alone this Holiday Season – we can Be the Hope this Christmas.
We thank you for your support of THI Australia and wish you and your families a wonderful Christmas and a health New Year.
The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THI Australia) is a national, not-for-profit organisation uniting Greek Australians and philhellenes in support of a strong, sustainable and secure Greece. It is a registered charity in Australia and all donations of $2 or more are tax deductible in Australia.
If you prefer to donate via EFT you can make a direct transfer to our Bank.
Account name: The Hellenic Initiative Australia Foundation
BSB: 942301 Account number: 1389261
Please include your name in the reference details of the payment.
THANK YOU