humanity

within a stone's throw

ιδρυμα
ΔΕΥΚΑΛΙΩΝ
Defkalion
Foundation
We leverage
the life-shaping
impact of sports
to promote human
and societal
flourishing

our vision

ethics

At Defkalion Foundation our vision extends beyond the concrete contribution of philanthropic & benevolent institutions; we are concerned with ethical legacy.

stand the test of time

We aspire for the scope of our actions to meaningfully stand the test of time.

benevolence-oriented societies

Defkalion Foundation’s programmes are conceived with key societal issues in mind and developed to offer a direct and sustainable impact.
They endeavour to serve as long-term pathways towards benevolence-oriented societies.

principles

Collaboration

We have a long journey ahead and often need to carry out our work through challenges. While resources remain important to achieving our goals, we recognise that it is through collaboration that our involvement can truly lead to sustainable impact.

Stamina

It stems from holding in high esteem an athlete’s mindset; we operate with discipline and focus. We acknowledge the ever-evolving landscape around us and the need for sharp reflexes to introduce change and to course correct.

Listen, learn, fail better, rise stronger.

Sportsmanship

the game-changing ethos

Without our dedicated teams and valued partners our projects and initiatives would still be in the conception phase.

We are steadfast in offering a welcoming, inclusive and inspiring environment, –both inside the Foundation and across all our partnerships–, that is instilled with respect, fairness and integrity.

Eyes on the future

We aspire for our work to act in service of future generations.

It is critical to seek partnerships with other philanthropic funders and thereby amplify common advocacy efforts.
It is by cultivating alliances, creativity and ingenuity that we can ensure an effective  impact for the years to come.

our activities | Liturgies overview

Inspired as well by the practice of Euergetism of the Hellenistic period and the institution of Liturgies, our programmes focus on the importance of engaging voluntarily in actions "contributing to the welfare of the polis".

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Gymnasiarchia
Genesis
Eureka
Prometheus
Gymnasiarchia

As established by the Olympic Charter, the practice of sports is a human right.
Under Gymnasiarchia, we are covering a wide range of programmes to encourage participation, competition and to ensure inclusive access to sports.

MORE PATRON-TAILORED ACTIONS CURRENTLY BEING DEVELOPED

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CSR Projects
Annual funding for the Foundation's initiatives; every year Defkalion Foundation submits to its Patrons -and may also co-develop, a list of actions in line with its principles and the Clubs' CSR vision.
(Funding shall not exceed €50,000)
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Gear & equipment
Supplying sportswear, footwear, training material.
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Youth talents-annual grants
Legendary FCs offering young players (up to 2) the unprecedented opportunity to train with their youth squads while participating in the pre-selection phase.
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Fans & families
Yearly invitation of fans and their families (5 families, of up to 4 members) to attend one of the Club's home matches. (League, Cup, UCL)
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Adopt a club, programme
In a spirit of solidarity, the Patron Club takes under its wings 2 Greek amateur football clubs and ensures their viability by covering their championship participation budget; facilities maintenance, transportation/accommodation costs, etc. (Funding shall not exceed €10,000)
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Academia & training
Provide funding for a one-year internship, granted to a student/graduate of a Greek Sports University. The Club holds the right to extend the internship duration/submit a work proposal.
Genesis

Promote holistic wellbeing and preventive healthcare.
Supporting the youth and families facing health challenges and requiring specialised medical care.

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Preventive Defense
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Rescue Squad
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Gratitude, because it matters
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Shield
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Eureka

Ingenuity programmes promoting entrepreneurship and innovation research.
Supporting current academic & business training projects and funding technology, research and policy-evaluation initiatives in the sports industry.

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Kainotomia Lab
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Fan experience
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Philosophia
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Prometheus

Achieving a more just and equitable society means challenging power dynamics and dismantling mechanisms of discrimination.
Through a culture of critical reflection we support and develop programmes aiming at integrating gender, equity and social inclusion principles into a collective mindset.

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Enrichment
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Pitch for Change
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Defkalion Football Club
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Larnax
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Eclipsis
Programme details coming soon

the founder

As the old adage goes,
"Beware of the Greeks bearing gifts..."
in our case however, it could not be further from the truth.
SAKIS
DEFKALION
BATSILAS
ΣΑΚΗΣ
ΔΕΥΚΑΛΙΩΝ
ΜΠΑΤΣΙΛΑΣ

soul-made

This is the journey of a man, –a journey spanning more than two decades–, that along with success and achievements, has triggered different kinds of realisations leading to inner probing on how to express gratitude for what life has offered him.

behind the vision

Three converging factors have made philanthropy an ethical imperative for him and a way of leading a meaningful life; roots that have instilled gratitude from a young age, his Hellenic culture and heritage and teachings on the Athenian institution of Liturgies.
They have all paved the way for a quest to contribute to a coherent system of giving, and acting, effectively and measurably better.

modus operandi

Bold ambitions are congruous with our origins; we come from a sporting landscape.
They are time-bound and rely on meticulously crafted interlinked programmes.

At Defkalion Foundation we combine the traditional project-funding and grant-giving format with capacity-building tools that target specific communities and organisations.
We have been consulting regulators and experts across a number of sectors in Europe & the Middle East to develop our five-year strategic plan and theory of action.
We are partnering with like-minded professionals and diverse entities locally and internationally to form a highly agile model of support activities.
From its inception, the Foundation identifies with the moral imperative to contribute to multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. (17SDGs)

our activities | approach

no stone unturned
neuroscience
MOV'IT Research Group | Paris, FR
MOVEMENT INVESTIGATION THERAPEUTICS
pedagogy
perspective
no endeavour ignored

fans & junior ambassadors

fans & junior ambassadors

Jane Smith

John Smith

John Smith

Jane Smith

John Smith

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