Philoptochos Christmas Fundraiser
Dear Philoptochos Society and Ascension Community,
The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society is a non-profit organization affiliated to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. It is one of the largest Christian women's philanthropic organizations in America. The word Philoptochos means friend of the needy. Since its inception, the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society has embodied and exemplified Christian stewardship in every area of its involvement.
Please join us for our one-and-only Christmas fundraiser! This is a cause that is very special to us, since it benefits needy students in MDUSD! Mount Diablo Unified School District includes the cities of Walnut Creek, Concord, Martinez and Bay Point. We are asking for monetary donations from $1 - $25 to help our Homeless Outreach Program for Education (HOPE) students have a special, warm and safe holiday season.
There are two ways to donate. You may give any amount directly to our Ascension Venmo: @Ascension-Cathedral account, and we will purchase gift cards and deliver on December 4. Please clearly note “HOPE” or “Philoptochos.” Alternately, you may drop off or mail a gift card to Ascension Cathedral, c/o Zoe Vlahiotis from the stores below by December 3rd and we will personally deliver them the next day. The HOPE program is requesting gift cards from the following places where kids can purchase something just for themselves: Target, Walmart, 99cents, Dollar Tree, Old Navy, GAP, or any Fast Food Restaurants. Please give in denominations of $25, with the amount clearly marked on the cards with a Sharpie so recipients know how much is available for them to spend. Please make any donations by December 3, since we need to deliver December 4.
If you need any additional information, please feel free to call or email me. Thank you for helping us help kids in MDUSD! We appreciate your love and support! Merry Christmas to you and your families!
Sincerely,
Zoe Vlahiotis, President of Philoptochos
