Each year Alpha Omega Council recognizes outstanding individuals who have excelled in their accomplishments from the worlds of government, business, philanthropy, and the arts and sciences. We honor these men and women at our Annual Honors Gala through the presentation of three exceptional awards:
- Lifetime Achievement Award
- Philhellene Award
- Emerging Leader Award
The Alpha Omega Council is excited to announce Nicholas R. Larigakis, the President and CEO of American Hellenic Institute (AHI), as its honoree for the 2024 Alpha Omega Council Lifetime Achievement Award.
Mr. Larigakis is being recognized for his nearly 40 years of leadership of AHI and his continued dedication and excellence in educating, promoting, and strengthening relations between the United States and Greece and Cyprus.
We are also proud to present additional awards to two very special honorees.
The 2024 Philhellene Award will be presented to Loren J. Samons II, Associate Professor of Classical Studies at Boston University. We pay tribute to Prof. Samons for his decades of leadership as an internationally recognized scholar and expert of ancient Greek history and literature, Hellenic culture, and classical studies, as well as for his passion for Athenian democracy and imperialism.
The 2024 Emerging Leader Award will be presented to Anthe Mitrakos, a journalist, communications professional, entrepreneur, and advocate for Hellenic culture, history and art. Ms Mitrakos is also a past recipient of the Peter Agris Memorial Journalism Scholarship in 2008.
Agris Memorial Journalism Scholarships
The Honors Gala is also an opportunity for us to recognize and celebrate young Greek American aspiring journalists with the Peter Agris Memorial Journalism Scholarship, given in memory of our late founder.
Entertainment with Georgios Karatzas and his Orchestra
This promises to be an exciting evening with music & dancing featuring Georgios Karatzas and Athenian Entertainment Orchestra following the presentation of awards.
Gala Tickets
- Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 6pm
- Location: InterContinental Boston, 510 Atlantic Ave, Boston
- Tickets: $300
- Click the Register Now to buy your tickets or contact Dottie Kyranos at Dkyranos@alphaomegacouncil.org
Tribute Book Sponsorships
The Honors Gala is Alpha Omega Council’s premier event and primary fundraiser. Please join us in recognizing the achievements of our honorees while also contributing to our Hellenic philanthropic charities and scholarship programs. Review the categories below and consider making a tax-deductible contribution today at a level of your choice.
- Premier Sponsor: $50,000 - Includes 2 tables of 10 and full-page back cover of Tribute Book, acknowledgment at the podium and Gala video screens and on AOC Website. If you are interested in becoming a Premier Partner, please contact Alpha Omega Council President Harry Vlachos directly at hvlachos@alphaomegacouncil.org
- Diamond Sponsor: $25,000 - Includes 1 table of 10, full-page inside back cover of Tribute Book, and acknowledgement on Gala video screens
- Emerald Sponsor: $15,000 - Includes 5 seats, full-page recognition in the Tribute Book, and acknowledgement on Gala video screens
- Ruby Sponsor: $10,000 - Includes 4 seats, half-page recognition in the Tribute Book, and acknowledgement on Gala video screens
- Platinum Sponsor: $7,500 - Includes 2 seats and a half-page in the Tribute Book
- Gold $5,000 - Includes 2 seats and name listing in Tribute Book
- Silver $2,500 - name listing in Tribute Book
- Patron $1,000 - name listing in Tribute Book
- Friend $500 - name listing in Tribute Book
Please consider making your tax-deductible contribution today or download the Tribute Book Sponsor form to submit via email.
Proceeds from your donation will be used in our mission to support additional distinguished scholars and to further fund our worthy philanthropic causes. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of others.
We look forward to seeing you and thank you for your generous support.
Respectfully,
The Honors Gala Committee
Alpha Omega Council