Giannis Antetokounmpo distributes food packages to the poor in Athens home town

·

The NBA MVP continues to give back to his home town of Sepolia in Athens, this time distributing food packages in the church of Agios Meletios.

Giannis Antetokounmpo was spotted with his mother and brothers handing out food and supplies to the poor on the streets of Sepolia.

Prior to arriving at the church, Giannis and his family went to a nearby supermarket and “emptied” it for their humanitarian action.

Photo: Keep Talking Greece

Giannis and his brothers Thanasis, Kostas and Alexis grew up in poverty in their early days in Greece, where their parents had arrived from Nigeria as immigrants.

There were no cameras or reporters at the church, however bystanders took pictures and posted them on social media.

“Just a while ago, Giannis distributed food boxes at the church of Agios Meletios. Unbelievable amounts and without inviting any camera. Human,” wrote Alexia Koziona.

In April 2020, Giannis and his family donated 10,000 surgical masks to the Athens suburb of Zografou.

“I’d like to thank the Antetokounmpo brothers for their generous donation that becomes even greater since it takes place in difficult times for the whole planet,” Mayor of Zografou, Vassilis Thodas, said.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Thousands fill Bay Street as Greek Fest returns to Brighton-Le-Sands in spectacular style

The Greek Orthodox Community of NSW (GOCNSW) has celebrated another hugely successful return of the Greek Fest at Brighton-Le-Sands.

Mytilenian Brotherhood of NSW marks liberation of Lesvos with pride, history and kefi

The Mytilenian Brotherhood of Sydney & NSW hosted its vibrant celebration for the 113th Anniversary of the Liberation of Lesvos.

Greek Macedonian heritage shines at the 44th Dimitria Festival in Adelaide

The 44th annual Dimitria Festival once again brought the vibrancy of Greek Macedonian culture to the heart of Adelaide, drawing many.

Socceroo legend Jim Patikas named Marrickville FC Men’s Premier League coach

Marrickville FC has announced former Socceroo and Australian football icon Jim Patikas as the club’s Men’s Premier League coach for 2026.

New Penelopes stitching together a cultural revival in ‘Threads of Memory’ display

Every thread carried a story at Threads of Memory – Reviving the Textile Traditions of Our Ancestry, the Ithacan Historical Society’s event.

You May Also Like

Europe’s oldest bridge still used today in Greece

The Arkadiko Bridge, is a bridge dating back to Mycenean times, is still in use in the southern Peloponnese region.

Secretary General for Greeks Abroad meets with Kytherian Association of Australia President

The Secretary General for Greeks Abroad, John Chrysoulakis, met with the Kytherian Association of Australia President, Emmanuel Alfieris.

Oakleigh Cannons defeat South Melbourne to be crowned NPL Victoria champions

Oakleigh Cannons FC have been crowned NPL Victoria Men’s Champions 2022 after defeating South Melbourne FC 5-0 at Olympic Village on Sunday.