Philanthropy at Alpha Phi

Red Dress Gala

In 2006, the Beta Omega chapter hosted its First Annual Red Dress Gala to raise money for the Alpha Phi Foundation. We have continued the tradition since then, inviting parents, friends, alumnae, and leaders in the Greek community to gather in the newly renovated Kent State University Ballroom to enjoy appetizers, drinks, and desserts. This past February, ladies of the Beta Omega chapter and gentlemen from Kent State fraternities participated in a fashion show modeling clothing donated from Cache. A hypnotist also joined us and led a group of volunteers in humorous acts. The silent auction featured items such as Cleveland Indians tickets, handbags, and much more. Direct donations to the foundation and proceeds from the silent auction helped the Beta Omega chapter raise over $6,500 to donated to the Alpha Phi Foundation, which supports research for heart disease. We, the Beta Omega chapter, would like to extend much gratitude to everyone who supported this event and made it such a tremendous success.

Alpha Phi Mud-Tug

In the fall, on September 26, we are planning to start another philanthropy known as mud-tug. This will be a chance to get the Kent State greek community involved in our work. We are excited to try this fun way of raising money for the Alpha Phi Foundation in support of heart disease and are looking forward to its success.

Additional Philanthropy Events

The Beta Omega chapter feels that it is important to participate in other philanthropic activities on campus. Each Greek organization holds at least one event per year supporting their own philanthropy in which they invite us to participate. Events include:

• Songfest- 1st place in donations, 3rd place overall 2008
• Delta Zeta Lip Sync- People's Choice Award, 3rd place overall 2009
• Sigma Chi Derby Days- 3rd place 2009
• Sigma Nu No Pants Week- 3rd place 2009