Disaster Relief

Greater Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Fund

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Help Our Neighbors
Recover from the Wildfires

Our neighbors in Greater Los Angeles are facing devastating losses from the recent wildfires. St. Katherine Ladies Philoptochos Society joined the national relief effort to support affected families and communities.

Following the National Philoptochos Society's recent coordination with the Metropolis of San Francisco to assess the situation and identify specific needs, we are now mobilizing our local chapter's response. At the direction of our parish leadership, we waited to ensure our efforts would align with the broader coordinated relief strategy.

How You Can Help

Your donation, no matter the size, will help provide essential assistance to those impacted by this disaster. Contributing is simple and secure through our PayPal link below - no PayPal account needed. All funds will be directed to fire relief efforts through our coordination with the National Philoptochos Society.

Make a difference today. Your compassion brings hope to those who need it most.

Donate Online

Donate by Mail

Checks can be mailed to:

St. Katherine Ladies Philoptochos Society
722 Knob Hill Ave
Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Save + Continue editing

Please write "Greater LA Relief Fund" in the memo

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Hurricane Relief Fund

Philoptochos Society Pledges $50,000 for Hurricane Helene Relief

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that struck Florida's Big Bend region on September 26, 2024, causing widespread devastation and 227 deaths across multiple states, the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society has mobilized a comprehensive relief effort.

The National Philoptochos has committed $50,000 in total relief funds, divided equally between International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) and Samaritan's Purse. IOCC deployed their assessment team on October 2 for Phase I response, focusing on cleanup, essential supplies, and emotional support, while Samaritan's Purse has established operations across FL, GA, and NC with disaster response teams and equipment.

The Atlanta Metropolis Philoptochos has initiated a special appeal to assist Orthodox Christian families and individuals affected by the storm. To maximize our collective impact, the Archdiocesan District Philoptochos is coordinating a unified response through its chapters.

How You Can Help:

Please send your tax-deductible donations to:

The Archdiocesan District Philoptochos
C/O Ms. Alexandra Tsiatis, Treasurer
52-31 Concord St.
Little Neck, NY 11362

Please make checks payable to D.A.D. Philoptochos and earmark "Hurricane Helene"

As Proverbs 22:9 reminds us, "The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor." We thank you in advance for your generous philanthropy as we work together to support those affected by this devastating storm.

Our thoughts and prayers remain with all those impacted by Hurricane Helene as they navigate the difficult road ahead.