THI-Canada Expands Mission to Cyprus: Join Us in Supporting Youth Education
Our Mission
The Hellenic Initiative Canada (THIC) is thrilled to announce the expansion of our mission to include Cyprus, marking a new chapter in our commitment to support Greek and Greek Cypriot communities. This initiative invites Canadian donors of Greek heritage, Philhellenes, and supporters worldwide to join us in impactful charitable endeavors across both Greece and Cyprus.
The Campaign
To celebrate this expanded mission, we are launching a $100,000 fundraising campaign to support the Centre for Visual Arts and Research (CVAR) in Nicosia, Cyprus. Your donations will fund educational programs that engage thousands of Cypriot children annually, enriching their school curriculum with immersive cultural experiences. These programs are accredited by Cyprus’s Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth, and offer unique insights into Cypriot heritage and history.
Double Your Impact
We’re excited to share that George Mavroudis, a Canadian of Greek Cypriot heritage, has pledged to match the first $50,000 in donations, effectively doubling the impact of early contributions. THI Canada Director, Tony Lourakis has committed $5,000 and Gus Constantinou who has worked with the Cypriot Committee on Missing Persons and the UN also pledged $5,000 to help kickstart the campaign.
All contributions are tax-deductible, and each donation brings us closer to our goal.
Why CVAR?
Since 2014, the Centre for Visual Arts and Research has been a vital institution in Cyprus, bringing history to life for young people through school programs, workshops, seminars, and lectures that encourage critical thinking and cultural pride. Supported by the Costa and Rita Severis Foundation, CVAR relies on donations to continue its mission, as it does not receive government funding.
In 2024 alone, over 4,000 children participated in CVAR’s programs, connecting with their heritage in meaningful ways that build pride, historical understanding, and a sense of belonging. By supporting CVAR, THIC donors will empower Cypriot youth with a lasting connection to their cultural legacy.
How to Help
All donations will be matched until we reach our goal, amplifying the impact of every dollar given.
Together, let’s support a new generation in Cyprus in celebrating and preserving their rich heritage.
Oli Mazi – all together.
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Support Our Work
The Hellenic Initiative Canada is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency as a registered charity (Reg# 760475491 RR 0001). When you make a donation you will receive an official donation receipt for income tax purposes issued from The Hellenic Initiative Canada.
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