The Red Dress Gala hosted by the Alpha Phi sorority is one of the most anticipated philanthropy events hosted by Alpha Phi sororities. This isn’t just here at SUNY Cortland, but all over the nation. The event is aimed at fundraising for the philanthropy of women’s cardiac care and heart health, serving as a platform for the sorority to raise awareness and support for a cause that is near and dear to its hearts.
Women’s heart health is the main charitable focus of Alpha Phi. One of the first women’s fraternities, Alpha Phi, created a Foundation as a trust in 1956 with the purpose of giving grants for cardiac assistance and scholarships.
We at Alpha Phis are committed to improving the lives of women everywhere, not just our sisters. We proudly stand together to make a difference on our campuses and in our communities, whether it’s starting community service projects, or just spreading awareness about heart health.
Alpha Phi holds their gala in early April each year and this year it will be on April sixth. Sisters here at Suny Cortland are given two guest tickets and can bring whoever they want although most girls bring their families. This is a great way for our families to meet one anothers and meet the girls we call sisters.
When first walking into the gala, a sea of red, there is love and laughter filling the room. There are around 40 baskets to bid on with raffle tickets and we make the baskets as a sorority. There’s a basket for everyone whether it’s a Makeup- guru basket or a cooking essentials basket. A lot of local Cortland business’s donate gift cards and things to our baskets that families will bid on.
The Red Dress Gala is a well-organized event that brings together families, friends, and supporters of the Alpha Phi sorority. It is a night filled with various activities and opportunities for attendees to contribute to the fundraising efforts. Not only the raffle baskets I mentioned earlier but other games like balloon darts, T-shirts to buy, speeches that are given, and other engaging activities are part of the gala, creating an interactive atmosphere for all participants.
The gala provides a platform for members of the sorority to showcase their dedication to their philanthropy and service and share their own experiences with heart health.
Through our efforts in organizing and hosting the event, the members of Alpha Phi exemplify the values of leadership and compassion. The Red Dress Gala serves as a testament to the sorority’s commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.
Overall, the Red Dress Gala organized by the Alpha Phi sorority at Suny Cortland is an amazing annual fundraiser that the sorority is very proud of. Through this event, the sorority not only raises funds for women’s cardiac care and heart health but also raises awareness and promotes a culture of giving back. The gala serves as a reminder of the importance of supporting causes that impact the lives of women all around the world.