Philanthropy Accomplishments

Based upon the Chapter Contribution Report Numbers as of today:

*I would like to point out that small and large chapters were able to achieve Phi FFF and FB goals as they were creative and incorporated servant leadership (i.e. selected activities their chapters/campuses enthusiastically supported) in designing their philanthropic activities.

Foundation
The following chapters attained Pi status:
Colorado Delta - 32 members, $430
Idaho Alpha - 77 members, $946
Nevada Alpha - 96 members, $960

The following chapters attained Beta status:
Colorado Epsilon - 65 members, $1530

The following chapters attained Phi status:
Alberta Alpha - 53 members, $1325
Oregon Alpha - 127 members, $5528
Washington Alpha - 93 members, $2725
Washington Gamma - 82 members, $2050
Wyoming Alpha - 45 members, $1395

Congratulations on earning Pi, Beta or Phi status.  The money you have raised supports the Foundation's important work in progressing our fraternity, supporting/developing our members, and providing valuable programming and events.  Thank you to each member and chapter for working to raise money for the Foundation no matter your status achievements, every dollar counts!

The following chapters made the Firstbook Goal:
Alberta Alpha - $1354 ($294 over)
Nevada Alpha - $1920
Oregon Alpha - $4300 ($1760 over)
Washington Alpha $2725 ($865 over)
Washington Beta - $1980
Wyoming Alpha $941 ($41 over)

Thank you for raising money for Firstbook.  Aside from playing a part of recruitment and alumni activities for many chapters, you are giving underprivileged kids the gift of a book and an interest in reading.  Your time and participation in CAR or other reading programs is also greatly appreciated, as many of you know firsthand.  Many of us take it for granted, but for some kids, one on one reading time with an adult is a cherished and much needed gift.

Nevada Alpha Philanthropy and Service

Pi Beta Phi hosted its first volleyball tournament, Arrowspike. The event was hosted at Idlewild park. We had over 15 teams of fellow greeks, football players, and the actual UNR volleyball team participate. The teams paid to played in our tournament and we in return provided lunch, snacks, t-shirts, and had a DJ. It was extremely fun and very successful as we helped raise $900 for our First Book foundation which donated books to children all over the nation. 

  This November, the women of pi phi teamed up to donate over 100 Thanksgiving baskets and delivered them to Kate Smith elementary. We collected turkeys, stuffing, rolls, potatoes, gravy and all the necessities for a thanksgiving dinner. These thanksgiving baskets helped feed countless families who would of had nothing to eat on thanksgiving night. As we delivered the baskets, the children’s eyes lit up and kept repeating how they couldn’t believe how much food we kept bring in from the cars, basket after basket until food was overflowing 2 large office rooms. I’m extremely proud of my sisters and their ability to give beyond what is required. Kate Smith Elementary has expressed their gratitude. 

 Every October we celebrate the month by reading to 3rd graders at Echo Loder elementary here in Reno with CAR(Champions Are Readers).  Echo Loder is considered a “at risk school” that has many children who live in poverty and have dysfunctional family life. The women of pi beta phi volunteer their time in our Champions are Readers month long event. We go to the school twice a week and read, play games and have snacks together. These children build a bond with us and look forward to the Pi Phi’s coming every Tuesday and Thursday to read. We end the month with a big party, all the Pi Phi’s attend, and every child receives a medal, 3 new books of their own and we all celebrate together. My sisters also continue to volunteer and read to the children long after the month of October is over. 

CO Gamma hosts TAKE

The women of Pi Beta Phi at Colorado State host a self defense class, TAKE.  http://www.collegian.com/index.php/article/2010/11/111510_take

Oregon Alpha Fall Philanthropy News

Oregon Alpha shared some fun recent projects and sent me photos:

 Members demonstrated their philanthropic efforts through carving pumpkins.  We donated our jack-0-lanterns to an annual fundraiser that works to eradicate homelessness.  For every pumpkin donated, sponsors donate $5 to ShelterCare.  We also won the award for the most pumpkins donated of any group participating! 

This goes against my natural instincts to post this Duck promoting pumpkin (I went to OSU, a rival to U of O), but I'm trying to be the bigger sister here.  :)

 

Sigma Nu’s kickball tournament which raised money for cancer research.

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Making blankets for Project Linus (one of my favorite organizations).  Love that they are watching Charlie Brown (and Linus...clever ladies!).  

What fun sisterhoods!