Drake G. Behrakis, the Chairman of the National Hellenic Society (NHS), was recently awarded the Philotimo Award by Hellenic Hearts, a non-profit created to establish a need-based safety net for Hellenes in the Greater Philadelphia area.
The Award was presented to Drake Behrakis at Hellenic Hearts’ annual Gala, which took place at Ellis Preserve on Sunday, June 4, 2023.
The event was more than a gala; it was a platform that showcased the unyielding commitment of Hellenic Hearts to a multitude of laudable causes.
Beneficiaries ranged from educational initiatives like the Filodoxia Scholar Program and the esteemed Hellenic College Holy Cross to cultural preservation organizations like the National Hellenic Society and the Oxi Day Foundation.
One of the most anticipated highlights of the gala was the prestigious Philotimo Award. Behrakis, a leading philanthropist, was the esteemed recipient of this accolade. The award was presented by Mike Manatos, the respected prior recipient.
The gala was not merely an event but an embodiment of philanthropy. It encouraged attendees to continue their contributions towards making a positive impact on the world.
Hellenic Hearts is focusing on youth through its Educational Guidance Program. With mentoring, networking, admissions counseling, and professional programs, Hellenic Hearts’ Educational Guidance Program (EGP) provides education-to-career guidance to Hellenic-American Youth.
Through this program, it aims to promote higher education and increase participants’ professional success.
Drake Behrakis receives Philotimo Award for his philanthropic work
Behrakis is leading NHS, an association of Greek American leaders, visionaries, and philanthropists aiming to perpetuate and celebrate the Greek heritage.
It was established to create a lasting network of Greek Americans to preserve the Greek heritage through the sponsorship and initiation of programs that support Hellenic culture, benefit our members and their families, and honor our ancestors.
NHS is actively supporting programs sponsored by universities, colleges and educational institutions throughout the U.S. that demonstrate a common interest in preserving, promoting and enjoying for posterity, education, the sciences, arts, music, culture, history, philosophy, democracy and related legacies derived from and through the ancient Hellenic era to the present.
In its latest initiative, NHS gives Greek American students the opportunity to apply to be mentored by some of the most prominent Greek-Americans across the country in-person and online July 26-29, 2023.
Students participating in this exciting education program will meet in-person and virtually with Greek Americans who have reached the pinnacle of success in America, including:
• The highest-ranking Greek-Americans in the US Government
• Younger Greek-American government officials
• Former high-ranking Greek-American government officials
• Prominent national businessmen
• Owners of DC-area professional sports teams
• Prominent lobbyists and lawyers
• Prominent on-air news personalities and editors
Related: Drake and Maria Behrakis Promote Greek Education in the US
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