Greek diaspora dioceses raise $100,000s for Greek fire victims

Australia, August 20, 2021

Photo: GoFundMe Photo: GoFundMe     

Thanks to the efforts of diaspora dioceses of the Patriarchate of Constantinople, hundreds of thousands of dollars have been raised to support the many victims of the wildfires raging across Greece.

More than $285,000 (400,000 AUD) has been raised by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia, reports Orthodoxia.info.

“The blessed people of the Greek diaspora have repeatedly proved that the principles of Christian teaching, love and solidarity with our fellow human beings, are deeply rooted in their hearts,” commented Archbishop Makarios of Australia.

It is extremely moving that so much help has come even at a time when most of the churches are closed due to the pandemic, he added. “I personally thank each and every one of the donors, while I congratulate our dear clergymen who worked hard to communicate the noble message of the initiative,” the hierarch said.

The Archdiocese is receiving funds through various bank accounts and a GoFundMe campaign.

Additionally, as OrthoChristian reported last week, every parish in the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America took up a special collection to help those who have lost their houses and possessions, and funds can be sent directly via the Archdiocesan website.

And on Wednesday, the Archdiocese announced that its Leadership 100 endowment fund has pledged a $200,000 matching grant to support the Archdiocese’s fire relief efforts.

As OrthoChristian reported on Wednesday, the dioceses of the Greek Church themselves are of course helping the victims, including the Metropolis of Ilia, which has opened up one of its fully-equipped buildings for the housing of up to 60 fire victims.

Yesterday, the Metropolis of Chios delivered 220 packages of clothing for the brave firefighters who are risking their lives to save others.

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8/20/2021

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