Daughters of Penelope District 13

District Lodge

The Daughters of Penelope was established November 16, 1929 as the Women's Affiliate of AHEPA. It is the first Greek-American women's organization in the United States. One of its crowning achievements is Penelope House, a shelter for battered women in Mobile, Alabama. It is the first shelter for battered women and their children in that state
As the Sister organization of AHEPA District 13. We align many of our goals with our brothers in AHEPA for the same level of excellence and impact in our community. We operate within the state of IL and Southeast WI. Members come from all corners of our operating area. We host a multitude of events throughout our area to ensure we reach everyone.

DOP Brochure

2024/2025 District Lodge

District Govenor

Faye Kallas
dopdistrict13@gmail.com
Lt. Governor

Electra Kontalonis
Secretary

Eileen Szubert
Treasurer

Nitsa Alexandrou
Advisor

Kathy Gianarris

Chapters

HELLAS #9

Northwest Suburban (IL)
HOMER #98

Addison (IL)
HECTOR #107

Milwaukee (WI)
DANAE #121

Chicago (IL)
MEDEA #128

Palos Hills (IL)
THYESTES #187

Joliet (IL)
ZOE #311

Glenview (IL)
DIONE #316

North Suburban (IL)
Thalia #441

Oakbrook area

DOP District 13 2025 Convention

Scholarship Recipients

Daughters of Penelope hosted their annual scholarship awards at the end of their District Convention. Several hard working and well deserving students were awarded scholarships.

Welcome JACMA #40

On Saturday May 17, eight young ladies took the oath to become Maids of Athena members, officially reactivating the JACMA #40 chapter. The initiation event was well attended and a positive experience for the new members and parents. We look forward to seeing the many great things they will accomplish. Stay tuned as they begin their journey.

Celebrating Women

District 13 DOP fundraiser luncheon was a success. It was attended by many DOP and AHEPANs. It is important not just to attend but to donate sponsorships to support events as they feeds directly into the scholarship programs our organizations provide. If you couldn’t attend the event this year, we look forward to seeing you next year.

If you wish to make a donation towards District !3 Daughter’s scholarship program. Please reach out to our District Governor Faye Kallas.