The Hellenic Initiative Australia (THI Australia) has officially announced a grant of $24,000 in memory of the late Marianna V. Vardinoyannis to the Elpida Association of Friends of Children with Cancer (Elpida).
The grant is intended to aid the noble cause of Elpida, which has worked since 1990 to help give aid to children that have been diagnosed with cancer.
This includes ensuring access to specialised treatment in oncology clinics at ‘Ayia Sophia’ and ‘Aglaïa Kyriakou’ Children’s Hospitals, while Elpida Guest House also provides patients and their families with cost-free support during treatment and recovery periods.
The Greek not-for-profit organisation was founded by a group of dynamic and dedicated women led by Mrs Vardinoyannis, whom THI Australia wishes to acknowledge with this initiative.
“We are delighted to be able to honour Marianna’s memory and her magnificent legacy by supporting Elpida’s young beneficiaries and their families with this grant,” said Nicholas G Pappas, THI Australia’s President.
“Marianna’s legacy in Greece continues to be an inspiration to all in the philanthropic sector.”
The grant is made up of a number of generous donations received at THI Australia’s ‘Women In Philanthropia’ event held in Melbourne in May this year, with the organisation then also matching the proceeds collected.
Christianna V. Vardinoyannis, Elpida’s President, was immensely appreciative of this support, saying:
“Marianna always believed that the Greek people, united, can accomplish anything, and The Hellenic Initiative has been an important ally for the accomplishment of her noble vision for a better world for our children and country.”
THI Australia concluded by expressing their interest in maintaining its collaboration with Elpida as it continues to support young cancer patients and their families.
Anyone wishing to make a tax-deductible online donation in Australia can do so at au.thehellenicinitiative.org/donate
