Fraternity and Sororities are Fantastic When It comes to Charity

Quick answer: Fraternities and sororities are consistently cited as some of the most philanthropic organizations on college campuses — most chapters have a designated national philanthropy and hold at least one major fundraising event per year, with proceeds going directly to that cause.

Philanthropy is built into chapter structure, not optional

Nearly every national fraternity and sorority has an official philanthropic partner — Sigma Chi supports the Huntsman Cancer Foundation, Zeta Tau Alpha supports breast cancer education and awareness, and so on. Chapters typically hold at least one signature fundraising event a year (a 5k, a talent show, a week-long push) built around that cause.

Where the giving actually goes

Individual chapter totals vary widely by size and campus, but national philanthropic totals across Greek organizations regularly run into the millions of dollars annually, plus hundreds of thousands of volunteer hours — figures that are usually published in each organization's annual philanthropy report if you want to look up a specific chapter's numbers.

FAQ

Do all fraternities and sororities have a philanthropy?
Nearly all national organizations designate an official philanthropic partner, and most chapters hold at least one major fundraiser tied to it each year.

How can I find my chapter's philanthropy numbers?
Most national organizations publish an annual philanthropy or impact report on their official website with chapter-level and national totals.

Is philanthropy work required for members?
Requirements vary by chapter, but participation in the signature philanthropy event is expected at most organizations, even if formal hour minimums differ.

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