ABOUT OUR PHILANTHROPY
Arthritis
Alpha Omicron Pi’s international philanthropy is arthritis, and our philanthropy partner is the Arthritis Foundation. Since 1967, members and chapters have raised millions of dollars to fund research, provide resources, and support those affected by arthritis, a disease that disproportionately impacts women and also affects children.
AOII’s philanthropy dollars support several impactful Arthritis Foundation initiatives, including the Juvenile Arthritis Power Pack program, Juvenile Arthritis Camps, the Juvenile Arthritis Family Summit, and the 24/7 Helpline. Our Canadian sisters proudly support The Arthritis Society of Canada, furthering our shared mission to fight arthritis and improve lives.
Arthritis Fast Facts
100+
arthritis related conditions
300,000
kids have juvenile arthritis
60 Million
adults are diagnosed with arthritis
1 in 4
women have a type of arthritis
OUR Local Efforts
We’re proud to continue this legacy of service at Phi Delta! Here’s how we’re making an impact in our community:
In the past year, we raised $5,000 through our philanthropic efforts. Our chapter participates in the Jingle Bell Run & Art for Arthritis in the fall and we host Strike Out Arthritis in the spring to support arthritis awareness and research!
Phi Delta strives to serve the local communities of the Milwaukee Area supporting many events, including Making Strides of Milwaukee Breast Cancer Walk for the American Cancer Society, Lunch at Olga's Feed Your Soul Mission, UWM Food Pantry, and Make a Difference Day each semester. Our hardworking sisters immerse themselves in the community also earning individual service hours.