Meet Our Board
A message from Stanley Matthews (1931 – 2023), Founder of the Greek Children’s Fund
“On behalf of the Greek Children’s Fund, and most importantly, the patients and their families, I wish to express my heartfelt appreciation for your continued and unprecedented support of this most worthwhile cause. They say that a man never stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child. By courageously and tirelessly supporting the Greek Children’s Fund, the Greek American community stands tall. Greeks have always distinguished themselves by their compassion, warmth and energy. The continued success of the Greek Children’s fund is a testament to those very qualities. It is but one example of what our community can accomplish, and I, along with all the other members, are eternally grateful and proud to be part of such a wonderful community. I wish to personally extend my deepest appreciation to all of you. I consider you all as not only friends and supporters, but as family. You are an inspiration to us all and your efforts make me proud of our great heritage. I know that with your help and with God’s blessing, we will achieve another forty years of progress.”
Greek Children’s Fund Board
The Greek Children’s Fund is led by a committed group of individuals dedicated to improving the daily lives of children and families of Hellenic descent who suffer from cancer and life-threatening illnesses. The board of directors each give their time freely to support, advocate and guide the Fund to ensure its strategic goals are being met.
Sam Matthews
Sam’s Bio
Sam Matthews, Esq. is the current President of the Greek Children’s Fund for the past four years. For the past 30 years, he is an active Board member and executive officer, including Past President.
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Irene Kehayas Drakopoulos
Irene’s Bio
Irene Kehayas Drakopoulos is the current Vice President of the Greek Children’ Fund. Irene is a tireless networker and champion of GCF’s mission, Irene has been a volunteer for over thirty-one years as a Member and on the Executive Board since 1992.
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Eleftheria (Ria) Georgelis
Ria’s Bio
Eleftheria (Ria) Georgelis is currently Co-Vice President and Secretary of the Greek Children’s Fund for the past 4 years. For the past 26 years, Eleftheria assisted with many fundraisers such as Concert of Hope at Madison Square Garden, International telethon with Antenna, Telethon with Dimitrios Kastana Greek channel, Greek Night at Shea Stadium, Greek Night with the NY Islanders and various other fundraising events.
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Ismini Michaels
Ismini’s Bio
Ismini Michaels has been a Greek Children’s Fund (GCF) volunteer for the last 40 years. She is an indispensable member of the organization and has served as treasurer since 1994.
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Tina Anastos
Tina’s Bio
A Greek Children’s Fund (GCF) member since 1997, Tina Anastos has been actively involved in many of the fundraising events over the years beginning with “The Concert of Hope” in 1997 and the “Telethon of Hope” in 1999.
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The GCF New Gen: Hope for Life
The New Gen: “Hope for Life” was established by a group of young members whose goal is to continue to build a strong vision and raise public awareness about the care of children with life threatening illnesses. While they come with new ideas and actions, the synergy of love for ailing children and families remains leading.
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About GCF
The Greek Children’s Fund (GCF) focuses on the well-being of every child and has built a non-profit organization based on philanthropy, kindness, and collaboration.
Our History
Throughout its 40-year history, the Fund has continued to better the world and has remained an all-volunteer run organization that raises funds through events, sponsorships and partnerships.
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Greek Children’s Fund
P.O. Box 541500
Flushing, NY, 11354