Community Engagement
At The American Women's Organization of Greece - AWOGreece, our purpose ignites a spark in all of our members, motivating us to unite, support, and connect all American women and their friends in Greece.
Together, we cultivate a vibrant tapestry of friendship, philanthropy, and cultural exchange, which in turn shapes a brighter future for ourselves, the lives we touch, and the community at large.
AWOGreece also serves as a vibrant hub for cultural exchange, offering enriching experiences that deepen our understanding and appreciation of Greek traditions and heritage. Our purpose is not just about what we do; it's about the impact we make and the connections we build along the way, promoting unity, compassion, and empowerment, shining bright across all of Greece.
Community Service Initiatives are deeply ingrained in our organization’s culture. Through a combination of financial support and volunteer efforts, AWOGreece actively contributes to a multitude of institutions and initiatives across Greece.
Whether it's providing aid to social welfare programs or offering scholarships to educational institutions, we aim to support and empower members and the communities they touch.ect to share with the world.
Through our philanthropic endeavors, we not only give back to the communities that welcome us, but strengthen our bonds as a collective force for good will.
Community Service
AWOG Heart Pillow Project
AWOG Heart Pillow Project
The AWOG Heart Pillow Project is a testament to our charitable character. Inspired by a member's experience at a FAWCO conference, this initiative supports women battling breast cancer and it has blossomed into a beacon of hope.
Every year we come together to make these pillows so that we may offer comfort and solace to those undergoing treatment. From 2007, AWOG has distributed over 10,000 heart pillows to patients in Greece.
How we impact women? Maria K., a breast cancer warrior, says it best:
"A big thank you on behalf of all women suffering from breast cancer! Your contribution is very sweet and very relieving. I received these two heart pillows from the General Oncological Hospital of Kifisia Oi Agioi Anargyroi during my hospitalization."
"Ένα μεγάλο ευχαριστώ εκ μέρους όλων των γυναικών που ταλαιπωρούμαστε από τον καρκίνο του μαστού!!! Πολύ γλυκιά και πολύ ανακουφιστική η συνεισφορά σας."
Selected Charities We’ve Supported