Philoptochos Board
Philoptochos Announcements
Xmas Bake Sale 2025
Order now and bring delicious homemade Greek pastries from the Philoptochos kitchen to your Christmas table. Hurry— the deadline is quickly approaching on December 7th! Place your order through the Philoptochos Bake Sale website:: https://annunciation-greek-orthodox-ladies-philoptochos.square.site/
Heartfelt Thanks for a Successful Thanksgiving Pie Raffle
A message from Nicolette Madrid - co-chair of Thanksgiving Pie Raffle event.
As the co-chairperson for this event, I unexpectedly had to be out of town the day of the raffle. Althea Tatarakis, the co-chairperson took over the set up and placed all the wrapped pies with the help of the Philoptochos members.
I was able to contact a few members the day before to ask for their assistance to help us. I received the response, of course I would love to help ! The minute I received a positive reply, I had the biggest smile on my face and a big whew! The unity of our members and with their wanting to help is priceless.
Also a big thank you to Ivi Crawford, Effie Theodor, Kathy Dokimos, Chris Chuchas, Anna Darzins. Also to Sam Manolakas, our raffle ticket announcer who helped out tremendously .
I must bring to your attention, a special hats-off to Ivi who wrapped the numerous pies with cellophane and ribbon. She did her magic once again with the utmost detail to present such beautiful pies! ( I think I was told we had 39 pies! )
Our pie raffle made this a great fundraiser to help meet our many obligations in helping those who need the help.
Last of all, Althea and I want to express how grateful we are and to thank the Philoptochos members who donated the pies!
We could not of done it without the help of the Philoptochos members.
Philoptochos Meetings
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Tuesday, December 09, 2025 at 6:00p.m. in the Hellenic Center room 2206
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Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00p.m. in the Hellenic Center room 2206
Philoptochos General meeting are open to all Annunciation parishioners. Voting is reserved for Philoptochos Members only. If you are not a Philoptochos member but would like to receive announcements and meeting agendas please contact Despina Demas at Despinademas@outlook.com
Hope Cooperative Wellness Center
Last year the members of Philoptochos asked for your help to provide socks for people who frequent Hope Cooperative, a non-profit organization that provides “Behavioral health, and supportive housing services to more than 10,000 people each year.” We are once again asking you to help those who seek assistance and services at Hope Cooperative by donating gently used clothing items directly to Hope Cooperative Wellness Center, located at: 3737 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento 95821. Their telephone number is (916) 480-1801.
Thank you for your support of Philoptochos to help those in need. Please contact Pearl Thomas @ 916-508-4850, if you have any questions or concerns.
Upcoming Events
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Tuesday, December 9—Philoptochos General Meeting (2026 Budget Presentation & Approval)
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6:00 PM— AHC, Room 2206
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Friday, December 12 – Packaging of Baked Goods 9:00 a.m., AHC Kitchen
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Saturday, December 13 – Packaging of Baked Goods 9:00 a.m., AHC Kitchen
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Sunday, December 14 – Christmas Bake Sale & Pre-orders pick Up Directly after the Divine Liturgy, AHC - Foyer
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Friday, December 19 – Assembling of Holiday Baskets for Visitations & Packaging of bake goods for pre-orders
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11:30 a.m. – AHC- Main Hall
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Sunday, December 21 – Blessing of the Baskets for Visitations & Christmas Bake Sale pre-orders pick up - if needed
OUR FOUNDATION
ABOUT PHILOPTOCHOS
The mission of Philoptochos is to aid the poor and hungry, the aged and sick, and those who have fallen on hard times. Philoptochos promotes charitable, benevolent, and philanthropic services on the National, Diocese, and Local levels. Their goal is to preserve and perpetuate Orthodox Christian concepts and the Orthodox Christian family and to promote the Greek Orthodox Faith and traditions. “The charitable work of Philoptochos shall be performed with discretion, courtesy and kindness,” as stated in the Philoptochos Mission Statement.
WHAT WE DO
Since 1925, the Annunciation Philoptochos Society of Sacramento has channelled its Orthodox Christian faith into tangible service — partnering locally with organizations such as Loaves & Fishes, Bishop Gallegos Maternity Home and the Salvation Army for shelter, food-and-clothing drives, youth programs, homelessness and anti-trafficking efforts; executing special projects like weekend snack backpacks for students and holiday baskets for elders; and extending support beyond Sacramento through national and international relief programs. Fund-raising efforts (pastry sales, cookbooks, fashion-shows, breakfasts) sustain the work, and all women (and men as associates) are invited to join in the spirit of charity, courtesy and compassion.
FUNDRAISERS
Our fundraisers bring the community together while supporting meaningful causes. From our beloved Dial a Baklava pastry sale to cookbooks, raffles, and themed events, every effort helps us raise funds for families in need, medical aid, education, and community programs. With every treat sold or ticket bought, you're helping us do more good.
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