A life in motion.
A legacy in action.
Meet Evangelos J. Pistiolis and the foundation that carries his commitment to people, education and cultural heritage into lasting work.
Evangelos J. Pistiolis
A Greek shipowner and entrepreneur with more than three decades in international shipping, Pistiolis founded Top Ships and Central Group. His work has extended into education, mentorship, public service and philanthropy.
In 2026, Alba Graduate Business School conferred upon him the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws, Honoris Causa, recognising his entrepreneurial leadership and broader contribution.
Discover his story ↗Purpose made permanent.
Established in Switzerland, the Foundation gives a long-term institutional form to the founder’s commitment to people, knowledge and historical continuity.
Support with dignity.
Targeted financial assistance, education and opportunities for individuals and communities.
Invest in the future.
Support for academic institutions, scholarships, research and learning.
Preserve what endures.
Historical research, archaeology and cultural exchange between Greece, Switzerland and beyond.
Giving, your way.
Twenty-two documented actions. Explore where they happen, or the people, culture and knowledge they support.
Greece
19 documented actions
A permanent home for knowledge.
The Foundation supported the Swiss School of Archaeology in Greece as it established a new institutional home in Athens.
- Acquisition and preparation of the new headquarters
- Research, culture and Swiss–Greek dialogue
People
15 documented actions
Faidon Papafilippou · karting.
The Foundation supported Faidon Papafilippou’s 2024 Rotax MAX Challenge season.
- Emerging young racing talent
- Competition and technical needs
See the moments. Hear the voice.
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The honorary doctorate ceremony
A defining academic recognition at The American College of Greece.
The Mononews interview is presented in Greek. English captions will appear when the source video makes them available.
The work continues beyond the moment.
Discover the people, institutions and ideas behind the Foundation’s ongoing contribution.
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