Philanthropy
Domestic Violence Awareness
Alpha Chi Omega’s are dedicated to serving the Tallahassee community through a variety of altruistic passions; we proudly completed 2,380 service hours through FSU’s ServScript. Our chapter-wide focus, and our national philanthropy, Domestic Violence Awareness is one of the many aspects of our sisterhood that bind us together heart to heart by sharing a passion for an issue affecting all women across the nation. Raising awareness about domestic violence and providing support for victims is imperative for our sisters. Our collegiate and alumnae sisters seek altruistic opportunities to serve in our communities; we partner with local shelters and organizations that aid survivors of domestic violence. This mission connected our chapter to the Tallahassee Refuge House. The Refuge House is a safe space that offers protection and counseling to women and children that are experiencing domestic violence; they assist survivors and families in starting safer, stronger lives. Our relationship allows us to embrace this line of our Symphony: “to shed the light of love and friendship round me”. We appreciate the impact of our service, and we are thankful to serve the Tallahassee community.
Philanthropy Events
As a chapter, Alpha Chi holds two annual, week-long events with a focus on Domestic Violence Awareness (DVA) in the fall and spring semesters. In the fall, the week’s events take place during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. Events include “Donuts for DVA”, our classic dessert night at the chapter facility, tabling on campus to raise awareness, and our Annual DVA Gala at Doak Campbell Stadium. The week-long fundraising for and highlighting of Refuge House culminates in our DVA Gala providing an avenue to share our commitment and devotion to our national philanthropy to our parents and families, alumnae and our sisters.
Our spring events include Healthy Relationships Week (HRW), Sexual Assault Awareness, and Denim Day recognition. During HRW members raise awareness about “What is Healthy Love…” for the FSU community by tabling at Florida State’s Market Wednesday; passing out carnations on campus with DVA facts; and hosting our annual “Pizza Pie with Alpha Chi” event at the chapter house with proceeds donated to Refuge House. We also host our annual Dash for DVA 5k.
Along with chapter events, our sisters volunteer at Refuge House events hosted by the shelter, donor recognition ceremonies, and their annual golf tournament. Not only do these events help bring light to our philanthropy, they allow us to share DVA with other members of our community through positive efforts. Annually, Beta Eta is proud to raise $100,000+ for the Refuge House, Alpha Chi Omega Foundation / Domestic Violence Awareness nationally & campus/local philanthropic causes.
A few words from our VP of Philanthropy
Hi!! My name is Hailey, and I am so grateful to serve as the Vice President of Philanthropy for Alpha Chi Omega. I’m from Long Island, New York, and I’m currently a Political Science and Social Work dual degree student on the pre-law track!
When I learned about Alpha Chi Omega’s philanthropy during recruitment, I felt such an immediate pull toward it, and I knew this was something I needed to be a part of. Domestic Violence Awareness is a cause that deserves compassion, conversation, and action, and it means the world to me to help lead that effort within our chapter. I’m honored to hold this position, and I am passionate about advocating for survivors, creating space for education, and reminding people that they are never alone. Through fundraising events, Market Wednesday tabling, educational programs, and collaborations across campus, we continue to work toward making our campus a safer and more informed place. At Alpha Chi, we have the special opportunity to see our impact on a local level through our work with Refuge House, and it truly brings so much more meaning to supporting our community and its survivors. Alpha Chi Omega has given me purpose and a sisterhood I adore, and I’m so proud of the impact we make, and excited for what’s to come! Together, we will continue to advocate, spark change, and make sure survivors everywhere feel seen, heard, and supported!
– Hailey ♥
A Message from the Refuge House
“I would like to thank Alpha Chi Omega for their dedication and efforts to put an end to domestic and sexual violence and for supporting our organization. This group of active and passionate young women, along with their advisors and local alumnae, do so much for the Refuge House. I am so impressed with their willingness to not only support us monetarily but also through their volunteer activities. Great group of young ladies representing your organization!”
-Refuge House
