Since 2014, Chicago Greektown Educational Foundation (CGEF), has dedicated itself to providing resources for Greek language education. CGEF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is governed by a dedicated volunteer board of directors.
This foundation intends to:
- Secure funds for educational materials and tools
- Develop initiatives that integrate technology into Greek language programs
- Establish and grant tuition scholarships
Support for the Foundation comes entirely through community contributions, including:
- Fundraising events
- Individual donations
- Corporate contributions
Funds are allocated to programs at individual schools as well as to pilot projects which integrate technology into Greek language classrooms.
Thanks to your support, CGEF has granted more than $100,000 to Greek schools in the Chicago area.