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Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society

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The Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, the official philanthropic organization of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, with approximately 480 Chapters nationwide, launched a partnership in 1979 with the U.S. Fund for UNICEF.

Dedicated to supporting programs to aid the poor, the sick, and the elderly, the Society’s collaboration with UNICEF has included helping to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus as well as supporting Ethiopian famine relief and emergency assistance in Pakistan and other countries.

 

 

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