What is Gen G?
Gen G, short for Generation Greek, is a first-of-its-kind leadership, philanthropy, and service initiative in the Greek-American community for teens ages 13-18 who are ready to make a meaningful impact now, not someday.
Why Gen G?
Rooted in the values of philotimo, responsibility, and service, Gen G was created to give young people real-world experience in leadership, volunteerism, philanthropy, and community engagement. Members are not treated as passive participants, but as capable young leaders learning how impact is actually created.
Participation is limited to 25 teens per annual cycle, creating a close-knit and mission-driven community. Membership is granted through recommendation and selective admission, helping preserve a culture of integrity, accountability, and commitment. Throughout the year, members meet monthly via Zoom for mentorship, leadership development, and philanthropy education, while gathering quarterly in New York City for hands-on service and leadership projects.
The Gen G Model: Three Pillars
Gen G is built around three interconnected pillars: Service, Philanthropy, and Community.
Service: Members participate in meaningful volunteer projects that emphasize humility, compassion, responsibility, and authentic leadership. These are not performative service opportunities, but hands-on experiences designed to expose teens to the realities of helping others and creating impact.
Philanthropy: Through the Gen G Cares Endowment, members actively participate in the full cycle of philanthropy. Each teen commits to raising or contributing $250 annually to a youth-led giving fund managed with guidance from the Greek America Foundation’s investment leadership. Members learn storytelling, donor engagement, ethical fundraising, and responsible use of social media. They also review grant proposals, debate funding recommendations, vote on grant awards, and prepare impact reports, gaining firsthand experience in stewardship, transparency, and decision-making.
Community: Gen G connects socially conscious teens from across the United States who share common values, curiosity, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to society. Through regular gatherings and collaborative experiences, members build lasting relationships rooted in shared purpose rather than social status.
Gen G was launched in 2026 thanks to the generosity of Dr. Margarita Lolis and Dr. George Stoupakis.
Applications open every November, and a new Gen G team begins at the start of each calendar year.