# Charalambos & Elena Pattihis Foundation

> A charitable foundation dedicated to improving quality of life in Cyprus through Social Welfare, Culture, and Education. Established in 2020 by philanthropists Charalambos and Elena Pattihis. Based in Limassol, Cyprus.

## About

The Charalambos & Elena Pattihis Foundation is a non-profit organisation founded in 2020 by Charalambos and Elena Pattihis, long-time philanthropists based in Limassol, Cyprus. The Foundation operates across three core Pillars of Action: Social Welfare, Culture, and Education.

The Foundation supports vulnerable families, funds charitable organisations through Memoranda of Understanding, preserves cultural heritage, and provides educational grants to students in Cyprus.

## Pages

- [Home](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/): Overview of the Foundation's mission and work.
- [History](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/about/history): The Foundation's origins, the Pattihis family story, and key milestones since 2020.
- [Mission & Vision](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/about/mission-and-vision): The Foundation's vision, mission statement, and core values.
- [Core Values](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/about/core-values): The three Pillars of Action — Social Welfare, Culture, and Education.
- [A Message from the Founders](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/about/a-message-from-the-founders): Personal message from Charalambos and Elena Pattihis.
- [Our Work](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-work): Organisations the Foundation supports, including signed MOUs.
- [Grants Policy](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/grants/request-a-grant): How to apply for a grant. Two types: Project-based and General Operating Grants.
- [Our News](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news): Latest news, partnerships, and philanthropic initiatives.
- [Contact](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/contact-us): Contact details and enquiry form.

## News Articles

- [Adopt a Family — Easter 2026](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/adopt-a-family-easter-2026): €3,000 contribution to the Easter family adoption campaign.
- [Limassol Wildfires Donation 2025](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/limassol-fire-donation-2025): €100,000 donation in response to the Limassol wildfires.
- [Christmas Gift Voucher Campaign 2024](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/christmas-donations-2024): Over €18,000 in gift vouchers distributed to vulnerable families.
- [Back to School 2024](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/school-supplies-support-2024): €3,000 contribution to the All Children with School Supplies campaign.
- [Beacon of Culture & Philanthropy 2023](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/beacon-of-culture-philanthropy-2023): Review of the Foundation's cultural and philanthropic work in 2023.
- [Annual Activity Report 2023](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/annual-activity-report-2023): Full summary of 2023 activities across all pillars.
- [PASYKAF MOU](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/pasykaf-mou): MOU signed with the Cyprus Cancer Patients & Friends Association.
- [Preventative Paediatrics MOU](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/preventative-paediatrics-mou): MOU signed with the Americos Argyriou Centre for Preventative Paediatrics.
- [MS Association MOU](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/ms-association-mou): MOU signed with the Cyprus Multiple Sclerosis Association.
- [Karaiskakio Foundation MOU](https://pattihisfoundation.cy/our-news/karaiskakio-foundation-mou): MOU signed with the Karaiskakio Foundation for bone marrow and leukaemia support.

## Contact

- Email: contact@pattihisfoundation.cy
- Location: Limassol, Cyprus
- Website: https://pattihisfoundation.cy
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Charalambos.Elena.Pattihis.Foundation/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattihis.foundation/

## Languages

This website is available in English and Greek (Ελληνικά). Greek pages are accessible at https://pattihisfoundation.cy/el/