The Hellenic Initiative’s Annual Gala Is Back! The Most Successful Global Greek Diaspora Fundraising

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The Hellenic Initiative (THI), the leading group uniting the Greek diaspora and philhellenes internationally, is once again hosting its Annual Gala in person after last year’s virtual-only event.

Funds raised will provide continued pandemic crisis relief and help foster Greek economic recovery opportunities after months of fiscal challenges.

“Greeks have always come together to aid those in less fortunate situations,” THI Board President and Gibson Dunn Partner George P. Stamas said. “This was true of immigrants who left the homeland at the beginning of the last century and continues today. The spirit of philotimo (φιλότιμο) — interpreted as helping others and pride in community — is alive and well. We’re proud to be the catalyst that helps the diaspora continue this proud tradition.”

This 9th Annual Gala will be held in person and available to stream live online on Saturday, December 4. Titled “Moving Forward Together,” the event will highlight stories of Greek resilience in the face of adversity. Since its founding, THI has raised USD $17 million for grants supporting NGOs and economic development projects in Greece.

HONOREE: Johnson & Johnson Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Alex Gorsky will be honored during the event. Mr. Gorsky is one of just seven leaders who have served in the dual role since the company was listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 1944.

From 1983 to 1984, Mr. Gorsky was stationed in Drama, Greece as part of his military service and learned to speak Greek at the Defense Language Institute. A philhellene, Mr. Gorsky was instrumental in developing a relationship between Johnson & Johnson and THI. Johnson & Johnson has been an essential hiring partner for THI’s successful ReGeneration program since the program’s inception. Launched in 2014 to train, mentor, and place highly qualified millennials in internships at top Greek and multinational companies, the program has created 1600+ youth job placements, unlocking more than €11.5 million in salaries. Recognized as the top internship program in Greece, more than 80 percent of participants secure a contract extension or hire.

EMCEE/ENTERTAINMENT: The event will be hosted by one of Greece’s most popular recording artists Sakis Rouvas. Additional special guests are expected to attend.

WHEN: Saturday, December 4, 2021

7 p.m. ET Cocktails and silent auction
8 p.m. ET Dinner and award presentation
10 p.m. ET Entertainment and dancing

WHERE: Cipriani, 55 Wall Street, New York, 10005 (between William & Hanover Streets).

TICKETS/TABLES:

https://www.eventora.com/en/Events/2021-this-new-york-gala

All guests must be fully vaccinated and need to show proof of vaccination and photo ID at the entrance.**