4 Years of Giving
When I joined Alpha Xi Delta my freshman year, my Sisters and I all had the same values; we wanted to be a part of something bigger than ourselves and to grow as women. Alpha Xi Delta provided us with that opportunity. When I was first approached about donating to the Undergraduate Giving Challenge, I thought that it could be a great way to support my Sisters. I could help a Sister with the stress of school bills so she could continue to further her education, to allow more leadership education programs and have ELCs and LCs assist our chapter’s in becoming stronger and to encourage philanthropy.
While my donation was small, I knew that I was making a difference. When I went to my first Area Wide Training I noticed how many Sisters had donated to the Foundation. I was comforted knowing that I am a part of an organization in which we support each other; that we exemplify graciousness to those who we’ve never met so we all strive beyond our reach and be the best woman we can be. While I thought that I was going to be a small piece of the puzzle with my donation to the Undergraduate Giving Challenge, my Alpha Xi Delta Sisters and I complete the puzzle, working together to help our Sister’s realize their potential. This inspired me to continue my donations throughout the years and I wear my Heart Sunshine Circle dangles on my Quill with pride.
During my undergraduate career I have had the chance to meet a few ELCs that have come to visit our chapter. These amazing women helped me become a stronger leader and allowed me to be a better Sister. Because of my continued donation to the Undergraduate Giving Challenge, and the donations of my Sisters around the nation, I was able to have this experience. I am forever grateful for this opportunity to grow.
So I challenge you, all of my Sisters, to continue the graciousness that an Alpha Xi Delta woman exemplifies. Join me in helping Sisters to have the courage to realize their potential, experience leadership programs and promote personal growth in philanthropic work. This is what it means to be an Alpha Xi Delta Sister.