• To receive a full refund, excluding fees, cancel registration by Sunday, May 5, 2024.
• To receive a 50% refund, excluding fees, cancel registration between Monday, May 6, 2024, and Monday, May 20, 2024.
• No refunds after May 20, 2024.
• If a registrant is unable to attend the convention for any reason, they may substitute another approved delegate to attend in their place via the National Office.
• However, aside from this provision, Philoptochos Registration is non-transferable.

Along with meeting people face-to-face, putting names to faces, and making connections, you'll gain valuable insights from the convention to bring back to your chapter at home. You'll learn about fiscal responsibilities, budget reviews, bylaws, commitments, procedures, events, philanthropies, and other important matters.

You both have access to information; however, only delegates are able to vote.

To attend all business meetings. To attend all Philoptochos Programs. To exercise your voting rights. To prepare a complete report for your Chapter or Metropolis.

Review all materials provided to you. Become familiar with the Philoptochos Bylaws. Review basic parliamentary procedures.

Laptop or other note-taking devices (including notebook and writing utensils), refillable water bottle, sweater or shawl in case the AC is on, and a portable charger. Please note that National Philoptochos is not responsible for lost or stolen property.

• Be prompt - arrive early for meetings
• Maintain careful possession of your delegate badge. Nevertheless, we urge you not to wear your Delegate badge outside the hotel unless you are on a convention excursion.
• Keep convention materials together and bring them to meetings.
• Become familiar with meeting and workshop locations, ladies' rooms, and public telephones.
• Get to know your fellow delegates.
• Make notes, prepare questions, and think about what you hear.
• Make a new friend.

Prepare your report as soon as possible. Your recollections will be fresh, and comments, observations, and thoughts will flow more smoothly. Consider preparing notes for a rough draft. The following are some topics you may wish to include:

• Convention Theme
• Synopsis of outstanding speeches, discussion groups, etc.
• Results of significant speeches, amendments, etc.
• Items that will affect Chapter plans or goals.
• Description of your participation.
• Social activities.

The 2024 National Philoptochos Biennial Convention is a business meeting attended by Hierarchs and Clergy. Business attire, such as a dress, skirt, and top, or dress slacks and top, is appropriate. Please keep in mind that the venue will be air-conditioned.

Grand Banquet Attire: We will dine at sunset and then enjoy the largest fireworks show in California. Patriotic cocktail attire with a light jacket or wrap is suggested. High heels are not recommended, as we will be outside on the Eventide lawn. Please wear flat-soled shoes for your comfort and safety.

The Midway Event: The USS Midway is an enormous and impressive vessel. This festive evening will celebrate and honor our military, so dress casually. However, since the ship is docked in the bay, it may be breezy on the flight deck. Please wear sensible tennis shoes or sturdy walking shoes (no sandals or heels). Feel free to wear your personal military regalia as we thank you for your service to our country!

The Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina features a Market & Cafe where you can grab snacks throughout the day or enjoy a selection of beverages, including Starbucks. It is open daily from 6:00 am to 1:30 am. Other dining options available on-premises can be found here.