Stelios Philanthropic Foundation

30/09/2026

The 14th annual charity fundraiser dinner, hosted by Sir Stelios Haji-ioannou and the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation , brought together 65 philanthropists and supporters in Monaco for an evening dedicated to the protection of the Mediterranean Sea. 🌍🌊

Held in partnership with WWF International and the Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco , the evening was honoured by the presence of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, alongside distinguished guests including Daudi Sumba, Chief Conservation Officer of WWF International, and representatives from the international philanthropic and business community.

Through the generosity of our guests and supporters, €610,000 was raised for WWF and Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco, supporting vital work to protect the Mediterranean and its marine environment.

A special thank you to all 65 guests, our partners, donors and everyone who contributed to making the 14th edition of this annual fundraiser such a memorable and impactful evening.

Thank you for being part of it and we look forward to seeing you again next year! 🥂

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23/09/2026

16/09/2026

€200,000 in prizes.
Three winners!

1st - €100.000
2nd - €60.000
3rd - €40.000

Applications can be submitted online from 1st September 2026 until 15th October 2026.

The Awards Ceremony will be held on 10th November 2026 at the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation’s Nicosia HQ.

Over €360,000 awarded since 2023.
Supporting Cyprus startups and new jobs.

Apply here: https://steliosfoundation.com.cy

09/09/2026

🎥 Relive the highlights of the Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in Greece 2026!
On 3 September, we celebrated the ambition, innovation and determination of Greece’s young entrepreneurs at the Stelios Foundation Conference Hall in Plaka.

Congratulations once again to our three winning teams:
🏆 George Avgenakis — Loopcv
🥈 Nikiforos Kritikos & Grigoris Stathis — iSPACE
🥉 Andreas Gkinis & George Kontaxis — Vivestia

Thank you to everyone who joined us, with special thanks to Mr Kostis Hatzidakis and Mr Τάκης Θεοδωρικάκος - Takis Theodorikakos for their presence and support.

▶️ Watch the highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gUlkCOSwk8

🎥 Highlights from last week’s Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneur...

08/09/2026

Applications for the 2026 Stelios Foundation North-South Business Cooperation Awards Ireland are now closed, with an incredible 91 applications received.

With a €500,000 prize fund, the Awards celebrate businesses strengthening North-South cooperation.

Thank you to everyone who applied - judging now begins! 🎉

06/09/2026

Application platform now open for emergency financial support for the families of the deceased and missing persons in the maritime accident

“We never discriminate on the grounds of nationality,” says Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou

The Stelios Philanthropic Foundation announces that the online application platform is now open for emergency financial assistance of up to €280,000 in total for the families of the deceased and missing persons of the recent maritime accident, which occurred just four miles off the northern coast of Cyprus.

Through the dedicated online form, relatives can submit the required information and supporting documents for their applications to be reviewed. The process is already under way, with relatives of the deceased and missing persons submitting their details through the platform.

The initiative provides financial assistance of €10,000 per family, as an immediate and tangible expression of support and solidarity with the families who have lost their loved ones.

Marking the opening of the application process, Sir Stelios said:

“Peace and solidarity have always been enduring values for us, particularly in Cyprus, the birthplace of my parents.

"Following the sinking of the ferry, just four miles off the northern coast of Cyprus, we are providing emergency financial assistance to widows, orphans and parents who have lost their loved ones, irrespective of their nationality.

"We have provided similar assistance in many emergency situations in different parts of the world: to the families of the victims of the deadly Mari explosion in Cyprus in 2011, to the next of kin of the victims of serial killer Metaxas in Cyprus in 2019, to the families of the victims of the deadly fires in Mati, Greece, in 2018, to the families affected by the Tempi train collision in Greece in 2023, as well as providing food to starving children in Gaza. We never discriminate on the grounds of the nationality of the victims.

"I hope this purely humanitarian act will help in a small way to alleviate the suffering for 28 families who are in mourning. I also hope it will contribute to promoting lasting peace in Cyprus.”

Click here for application form
https://steliosfoundation.com.cy/news/application-form-for-the-sinking-of-the-ferry-off-the-northern-coast-of-cyprus/

04/09/2026

🏆 Congratulations to the winners of the Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in Greece 2026!

The 17th Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in Greece were celebrated today 3 September 2026 at the Stelios Foundation Conference Hall in Plaka, Athens, Greece, with €300,000 in cash prizes awarded to three outstanding Greek businesses.

This year also marked a record number of 62 applications, highlighting the growing strength and ambition of Greece’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

🥇 1st Prize – €150,000 | Loopcv , founded by George Avgenakis
🥈 2nd Prize – €100,000 | 🚀iSPACE | 3D Virtual & AI/AR Solutions , co-founded by Nikiforos Kritikos & .stathis
🥉 3rd Prize – €50,000 | Vivestia Luxury Villas, Hotels, Cruises in 3D Tours | Explore, Book & Travel in VR, founded by Gkinis &

The awards were presented by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, Founder and President of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, alongside Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis and Minister of Development Τάκης Θεοδωρικάκος - Takis Theodorikakos, with last year’s first-prize winner George Karavokyris presenting the third award.

We were also delighted to have Elevate Greece as a partner of the Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in Greece 2026, supporting our shared commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation in Greece

Since the Awards were established in 2008, the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation has awarded more than €2 million to support young entrepreneurs, helping them grow their businesses and create jobs in Greece.

👏 Congratulations to all three winners — we look forward to seeing where their entrepreneurial journey takes them next!

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04/09/2026

🏆 Congratulations to the winners of the Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in Greece 2026!

The 17th Stelios Awards for Young Entrepreneurs in Greece were celebrated today 3 September 2026 at the Stelios Foundation Conference Hall in Plaka, Athens, Greece, with €300,000 in cash prizes awarded to three outstanding Greek businesses.

This year also marked a record number of 62 applications, highlighting the growing strength and ambition of Greece’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

🥇 1st Prize – €150,000 | Loopcv founded by George Avgenakis
🥈 2nd Prize – €100,000 | , co-founded by Nikiforos Kritikos & Grigoris Stathis
🥉 3rd Prize – €50,000 | Vivestia| Explore, Book & Travel in VR, founded by Andreas Gkinis & George Kontaxis

The awards were presented by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, Founder and President of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, alongside Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis and Minister of Development Τάκης Θεοδωρικάκος - Takis Theodorikakos, with last year’s first-prize winner George Karavokyris presenting the third award.

Since the Awards were established in 2008, the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation has awarded more than €2 million to support young entrepreneurs, helping them grow their businesses and create jobs in Greece.

👏 Congratulations to all three winners — we look forward to seeing where their entrepreneurial journey takes them next!

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01/09/2026

Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation extend their deepest condolences to the families and loved ones affected by the tragic ferry sinking off the northern coast of Cyprus on 30 August 2026.

26 people have been affected:
8 people have been confirmed deceased
18 people remain missing

As a small but tangible gesture of support and solidarity, the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation will provide €10,000 to the next of kin of each person confirmed deceased, subject to the eligibility and application requirements.

This represents financial assistance of up to €260,000 to the families affected by this tragedy.

The support is intended to provide immediate financial relief and demonstrate solidarity with the families during this extremely difficult time.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all the families and loved ones of the 26 people affected, and with everyone impacted by this tragic incident.

For more information please visit: https://stelios.org/news/

19/08/2026

Only 2.5 weeks left to apply for €500,000 in Stelios cross-border business awards

Time is running out for entrepreneurs across the island of Ireland to apply for the 2026 North–South Business Cooperation Awards on the island of Ireland!

Established by Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou and the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation, and delivered in partnership with Co-operation Ireland, the Awards recognise and reward entrepreneurs who are building stronger business links across the island of Ireland while contributing to lasting peace, economic cooperation and shared prosperity.

This year, €500,000 in prize funding will be shared between 18 entrepreneurs, with a top prize of €150,000.

The Awards are open to businesses that demonstrate successful cross-border collaboration and the positive impact that entrepreneurship can have in strengthening relationships and creating opportunities across the island.

Recent coverage in The Irish Times (https://www.irishtimes.com/sponsored/2026/08/17/entries-open-for-500k-awards-fund-for-cross-border-irish-businesses/) highlights the Awards and the opportunity they present for ambitious businesses. Prospective applicants can also hear first-hand from 2025 Silver Award winners Barry Sherry of Acel Energy and Gráinne Mullins of Grá Chocolates, who recently spoke with Conall O’Moráin on That Great Business Show (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPB3dQeU9r8 and https://youtu.be/OT0VWZey8e4) about their businesses and the impact of winning a Stelios Award.

With just over two weeks remaining until the deadline, eligible entrepreneurs are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Applications close on 7 September 2026 - find out more: https://stelios.foundation | https://stelios.ie