About the Greek America Foundation
Forty Under 40: Recognizing the young leaders of Greek America
William Margaritis, Senior Vice President at Fedex Corp. speaks at the National Innovation Conference
Arianna Huffington signs a copy of her book at our Women's Forum in New York City
Defenders of Democracy exhibition about Greece's role in World War II
The Greek America Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 1997 by Gregory C. Pappas with a mission to “promote, preserve and perpetuate the Greek culture, history and heritage in America.”
With a series of publications, programs, concerts, special events and institutional endeavors, the foundation seeks to bring elements of Greek culture, history and heritage—also known as Hellenism—to the forefront of mainstream America, making it a relevant component of our followers’ everyday life.
The Greek America Foundation has received broad support from thousands of donors throughout the nation, making it one of the most progressive and active organizations serving both Greek America and the Greek culture and heritage.
Our programs are implemented directly by the foundation in cities where we have a strong support base. In the past, we have also partnered with local organizations in cities throughout the nation to co-host events.
The foundation’s main activity is the publishing of Greek America Magazine, the nation’s most widely circulated periodical for followers of all things Greek. The magazine is published every other month and features a diverse range of stories consistent with the mission of the foundation, as well as news and announcements for the foundation’s donors and supporters.
In addition to the biennial Gabby Awards and Greek America Magazine, the Greek America Foundation hosts the biennial National Innovation Conference, selects Greek America’s 40 Under 40 and sends college students to Greece on its Hellenic Legacy Fund scholarships.
