Philanthropy

Alpha Xi Delta’s Philanthropic Focus

 

 

 

 

 

The Kindly Hearts Initiative

The Kindly Hearts Initiative serves as the umbrella to our national philanthropic focus of supporting children and teens experiencing foster care or homelessness. Alpha Xi Deltas across the country support two Key Impact Organizations, FosterClub and StandUp for Kids, making a national and regional difference under the umbrella of our focus.

Letters of Love

All Alpha Xi Delta chapters and alumnae associations participate in Letters of Love, Alpha Xi Delta’s national letter writing fundraising campaign. Held annually during the month of November this campaign benefits Alpha Xi Delta’s two Key Impact Organizations, StandUp for Kids and FosterClub.

 

Our Chapter's Impact:

In addition to our contributions to Alpha Xi Delta's Letters of Love campaign which benefits Alpha Xi Delta's Key Impact Organizations, FosterClub and StandUp for kids, our chapter has chosen to support and focus our fundraising and local service efforts through the La Crosse Area School District Homeless Services and their mission of helping all students have equal opportunities to education whether they have lost housing, have unstable housing, or are currently living with friends or family. As of January 1, 2024 161 students in the School District of La Crosse are experiencing or have experienced homelessness this school year. In the 2022-2023 school year, 185 students experienced homelessness at some point during the school year. Our Chapter proudly raises money in their support. 

The AmaXIng Challenge: Xi Gala

Our chapter hosts a Xi Gala at a local venue that donates all profits to the La Crosse Area School District Homeless Services in the month of November. Last year we had a great turnout and were able to raise over 2,000 dollars to donate to the school district's homeless services. We all enjoyed a lovely brunch at Mt. La Crosse and had a silent auction that included baskets from local businesses such as Moka, Kwik Trip, Four Sisters, and many more. Stay tuned for our upcoming Xi Gala!

Pictured left to right; Ella Perry, Lauren Hanser and Keyara Perkins 

 

Spring Fundraiser: VollXiball

We are so excited to be hosting VollXiball this upcoming April 20th from 3-5pm in the REC located at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse campus. It costs $5 dollars a person and you can have anywhere from 6-9 players on your team. The winning team gets prizes from various local businesses. All proceeds go towards making hygiene kits for the La Crosse Area School District Homeless Services.

 

 

Feel free to email our Philanthropy VP, Lizzy Waldner at Waldner5797@uwlax.edu with any questions!

 

Additional Philanthropic Events

Additional events we coordinate throughout the semester may involve group and individual service project opportunities, donation drives, profit share nights at local restaurants, food fundraising events and more! Follow us on social media to see event announcements and information.