The name Phano is a contraction of the Greek word "phanos" (φᾰνός) meaning "torch", "lantern" or "light". First published on Jan. 1, 2025, Phano's content is hand-picked and published at the beginning of each month, free for anyone with an internet connection. The goal of this grassroots effort of love is to build a base of compelling content, with a view to becoming a 501(c)(3) charitable organization shared far and wide among readers like you.