Philanthropy

Philanthropy is of high importance to Greeks because it gives them the opportunity to help others and promotes increased unity within Greek life. 

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Contrary to the typical Greek life stereotype, there is more to being in a sorority than sisterhoods, socials and matching t-shirts. Each sorority has one or many philanthropies that they hold fundraisers for and work to support throughout the year. Sororities raise a lot of money, awareness, support, and volunteer their time for the benefit of others. Philanthropy is a word that is cherished, valued, and put into action by members of Greek life.

In 1946, Alpha Phi chose Cardiac Care to be our national philanthropy. The Alpha Phi Foundation was established and adopted by the fraternity in 1956. The philanthropic priority of the Alpha Phi Foundation is to create awareness that cardiac disease is the #1 killer of women and to support research and programs dealing with the disease.

The Foundation also:

• Funds educational and leadership programs
• Offers scholarships
• Assists women in crisis
• Recognizes outstanding cardiac care and research programs
• Supports community organizations
• Awards outstanding college professors

Each year our chapter hosts a Red Dress Gala. This year alone we were able to raise over $19,000 for the Alpha Phi Foundation!