News

On the 29^th January the Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic Mr Yiannis Tsaousis held an event at his residence called demographic trends, challenges and responses. Among the select invited speakers was OBF Vice President George T Lemos who spoke about the role of OBF as a key supporter of several new initiatives being implemented on the island as a response to its demographic trends and geographic isolation. An edited version of our documentary “Oinousses” was played to the audience …

Between 20th – 22nd January 2025, the Oinoussai Benevolent Fund co-sponsored a visit of some final year cadets from the Mercantile Marine Academy for Captains (AEN Oinousses). OBF assisted in arranging their brief but busy itinerary. They visited the British Museum, the Observatory and Maritime Museum in Greenwich, the International Maritime Organisation, Greek Shipping Co-operation Committee and Lloyds Register for a vasilopita event. Their warm and cordial personalities lit up every room they entered. We wish them every success for …

We would like to cordially invite you to our co-organised 2025 Vasilopita & Charity Event.

Day: Wednesday 15th January 2025
Time: 18:30-21:00
Place: Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Divine Wisdom (Hagia Sophia) – The Crypt
Address: Moscow Road, Bayswater, London, W2 4LQ

Looking forward to seeing you all at the event. Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year ahead!…

On Tuesday 17th  December, at the Christmas Wonderland in Oinousses, the traditional festive party organised by TEO took place. As in previous years, Christmas gifts were purchased locally from the two gift shops and were given to all the children on the island. Father Christmas made an appearance and gave each child their gift. Festive music was playing in the background. The Periptero (kiosk) offered food and drinks for all sponsored by TEO along with savoury food from the bakery. …

Save the date!

17 December 2024

The Oinoussai Benevolent Fund is getting ready to host this year’s Christmas event in Aignoussa. OBF will be inviting all the children up to the age of 12 to the Winter Wonderland Village which is being set up on the island and have arranged for Santa Claus to deliver the traditional Christmas gifts to all the children.…

Members of the Executive and Fundraising Committees distributed the St Nicholas Artos around London offices and homes in a long standing tradition to honour the church of St Nicholas on December 6th. All contributions go to the up keep of the church in Oinousses. This is a tradition that has been ever present in the London-Greek community for several decades and one that all members have enjoyed. The Artos are blessed by the priest on the day of distribution.

Many …

On Saturday 23 November 2024, the Oinoussian Ball welcomed its guests at a new venue, the Saint George Ballroom at The Peninsula, Belgravia. 450 guests arrived at 7 pm and proceeded to enjoy a most memorable evening in this spectacular new environment.

The tables were adorned with delightful seasonal bouquets, a going away gift of olive oil and honey from the monastery of Ormylia and Christmas crackers to herald the beginning of the Festive Season.

The OBF President, John Hadjipateras …

On Thursday 5th September 2024, our President and Vice-president co-ordinated an impromptu visit to the island of Victoria Hislop, journalist, celebrated author, philhellene and honorary Greek,  who had wanted to visit our shores after having watched our OBF short documentary on Oinousses a few months ago.
She was welcomed by our President and Vice-president along with some  members of the OBF committee. This  entourage accompanied her during her brief, informal but busy itinerary in her flying visit.
She met the …

We are delighted to announce that our Oinoussian Ball will be held on 23rd November 2024 at The Peninsula Hotel, Belgravia, London Further details to follow.

Με μεγάλη χαρά ανακοινώνουμε ότι θα διοργανώσουμε τον ετήσιο χορό μας στις 23 Νοεμβρίου 2024 στο ξενοδοχείο The Peninsula Hotel, Λονδίνο. Περισσότερες πληροφορίες θα ακολουθήσουν αργότερα.…

This year’s AGM was held at the Hellenic Centre, London, W1 on Thursday 18 April 2024 at 7pm. The president gave his annual address which included a review of the fund’s activities and spoke in great detail about the achievements of OBF during the last twelve months. The president ended his speech by describing the exciting projects taking place on the island and some events to be hosted by OBF that we can look forward to this year.…

A letter issued by the Ministry of Interior Affairs regarding postal votes for Greeks living abroad.…

We would like to cordially invite you to our co-organised 2024 Vasilopita & Charity Event.

Day: Thursday 25th January 2024
Time: 17:30-21:00
Place: Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Divine Wisdom (Hagia Sophia) – The Crypt
Address: Moscow Road, Bayswater, London, W2 4LQ
Reservation: If you would like to attend tickets can be found through the website – eventbrite.co.uk

Looking forward to seeing you all at the event. Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year ahead!…

On Tuesday 19th December, at the Christmas Wonderland in Oinousses, the traditional festive party organised by TEO took place. As in previous years, christmas gifts were purchased locally from the two gift shops and were given to all the children on the island. Father Christmas made an appearance and gave each child their gift. Festive music was playing in the background. The Periptero (kiosk) offered food and drinks for all sponsored by TEO along with savoury food from the bakery. …

Save the date!

19 December 2023

The Oinoussai Benevolent Fund is getting ready to host this year’s Christmas event in Aignoussa. OBF will be inviting all the children up to the age of 12 to the Winter Wonderland Village which is being set up on the island and have arranged for Santa Claus to deliver the traditional Christmas gifts to all the children.…

Members of the Executive and Fundraising Committees distributed the St Nicholas Artos around London offices and homes in a long standing tradition to honour the church of St Nicholas on December 6th. All contributions go to the up keep of the church in Oinousses. This is a tradition that has been ever present in the London-Greek community for several decades and one that all members have enjoyed. The Artos are blessed by the priest on the day of distribution.

Many …

On Saturday 4^th November the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Ballroom opened its doors to extend a warm welcome to the many guests arriving for the Oinoussai Benevolent Fund’s annual Oinoussian Ball.

Around four hundred loyal supporters and many first-time guests, from London, Switzerland and Greece, gathered in the foyer, greeting each other with enthusiasm and were looking forward to a memorable evening in the opulent setting of this historic hotel.

The top table, hosted by the OBF President John …

On the 1st – 3rd of September the island welcomed once more Isalos.Net and Helmepa who organised a three day summer camp event partially sponsored by OBF. Our president was in attendance during those days and gave a key note speech to the students. He also participated in a round table discussion with the other dignitaries assembled there on the subject of shipping, the islands and viable growth. Our president presented his maritime vision for viable growth and what needs …

On 18th August 2023 the Oinoussai Benevolent Fund was presented with a plaque in recognition of the 80 years of patriotic contributions and activity for the island. The mayor, Mr George St. Daniil presented the plaque to the president of TEO, John M. Hadjipateras at an event organised by the Municipal Office to report their activities of the previous years and their vision for the forthcoming years. The wording on the plaque translates as Honoris Causa and Gratitude.…

On 25th August 2023, the Aegean Regatta 2023 culminated in Oinousses. Following the award of the prizes, there was an evening of musical and theatrical celebrations. The president of TEO was called upon to give a trophy to one of the winning crews.…

On Friday 18th August, under the starry night sky of Oinousses, the first annual Bilali Beach Party took place.

This fundraising event was supported by the Oinoussai Benevolent Fund, who will match the funds raised.
The support and donations will go directly towards art and music projects on the island, such as the purchase of musical instruments and arrangement of art classes for young and old.

On the night, dinner was served from 9pm, which was sourced from the …

A letter issued by Minister of the Interior regarding the new law recently passed in Parliament enabling registered Greeks of the Diaspora to vote in their country of residence.

Note that this applies to national elections, and not to local elections.…

On 17th June 2023, at Glaros restaurant, the Association of Parents and Guardians of Oinousses Primary School ‘Apostolos Pavlos’ gave an award to OBF for its valuable cooperation and contribution in 2023. This award was graciously accepted by Marianna Iliopoulou on behalf of OBF.  Our President sent a message that was read at the celebration.

“The President and the members of The Oinoussai Benevolent Fund thank you for the kind invitation to the celebration of the Primary School and regret …

Βραβεύτηκε το ΤΕΟ από το Δημοτικό Σχολείο Οινουσσών.

Στις 17 Ιουνίου 2023, στο εστιατόριο Γλάρος, ο Σύλλογος Γονέων και Κηδεμόνων Δημοτικού Σχολείου Οινουσσών ‘Απόστολος Παύλος’ απονεμήθηκε βραβείο στο ΤΕΟ για την πολύτιμη συνεργασία και προσφορά του για το 2023. Ο Πρόεδρος του ΤΕΟ έστειλε ένα μήνυμα που διαβάστηκε στη γιορτή.

Ο Πρόεδρος και τα μέλη του Διοικητικού Συμβουλίου του Ταμείο Ευπραγίας Οινουσσών, σας ευχαριστούν για την ευγενική πρόσκληση στην γιορτή του Δημοτικού Σχολείου και λυπούνται που δεν είναι εδώ απόψε.   …

…

This year’s AGM was held at the Hellenic Centre, London, W1 on Monday 22 May 2023 at 7pm. The president gave his annual address which included a review of the fund’s activities and spoke in great detail about the achievements of OBF during the last twelve months. The president ended his speech by describing the exciting projects taking place on the island and some events to be hosted by OBF that we can look forward to this year.…

We would like to cordially invite you to our co-organised 2023 Vasilopita & Charity Event.

Day: Friday 27th January 2023
Time: 18:45-21:00
Place: Greek Orthodox Cathedral (Hagia Sophia) – The Crypt
Address: Moscow Road, Bayswater, London, W2 4LQ
Reservation: The tickets are free for this event but it is imperative that you must register your attendance through the website – eventbrite.co.uk

Looking forward to seeing you all at the event. Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year ahead!…

In the early evening of Tuesday 20^th December, at the Christmas Wonderland in Oinousses, the traditional festive party organised by TEO, took place after a two year absence. As in previous years, Christmas gifts were purchased locally from the two gift shops and were given to each of the fifty children on the island. Father Christmas made a surprise appearance and gave each child their gift. With festive music playing  in the background, the children enjoyed home-made cookies and …

The Oinoussai Benevolent Fund is getting ready to host this year’s Christmas event in Aignoussa. OBF will be inviting all the children up to the age of 12 to the Winter Wonderland village which is being set up in the summer cinema and we have arranged for Santa Claus to deliver the traditional Christmas gifts to all the children next Tuesday 20^th Dec at 18:30, with some cookies from the Bakery and refreshments from the Kiosk.

 …

Members of the Executive and Fundraising Committees distributed the St Nicholas Artos around London offices and homes in a long standing tradition to honour the church of St Nicholas on December 6th. All contributions go to the up keep of the church in Oinousses. This is a tradition that has been ever present in the London-Greek community for several decades and one that all members have enjoyed. The Artos are blessed by the priest on the day of distribution.

Many …