DELTA PHI EPSILON
Esse Quam Videri
The official philanthropy of the sorority since 1958, it is the recipient of funds raised by chapters to support research to find a cure for Cystic Fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for the 30,000 children and young adults afflicted with the disease. In 1992, scientists described the gene, that when mutated, causes Cystic Fibrosis. However, a cure for Cystic Fibrosis has not been found. In appreciation of the Sorority's fundraising efforts, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation named a research fellowship in honor of Delta Phi Epsilon. For more information, please visit www.cff.org
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF)
Deepher Dude
Delta Phi Epsilon's Deepher Dude is a campus wide all-male beauty pageant benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Contestants from fraternities and other organizations compete in categories such as, talent, swimsuit, formal wear, and question & answer to win the Deepher Dude Crown. Our chapter has been consistently recognized by CFF and Delta Phi Epsilon International Headquarters for raising more than any other chapter.
The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) has been an additional recipient of our fundraising efforts since 1985. ANAD is a national organization dedicated to alleviating problems of anorexia and other eating disorders. Its methods include education, newsletters, counseling, self-help groups, and providing funds for research. Delta Phi Epsilon is the first international sorority to pledge regular support to an organization concerned with the effects of eating disorders.
Each year Delta Phi Epsilon at Drexel University host a series of events in conjunction with Eating Disorders Awareness Week. It is our goal to not only fundraise for ANAD, but also to bring awareness to the severity of eating disorders.
For more information, please visit www.anad.org.
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR ANOREXIA NERVOSA AND ASSOCIATED DISORDERS (ANAD)
Alex's Lemonade Stand
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation is a unique foundation that has evolved from a young cancer patient's front yard lemonade stand to a nationwide fundraising movement for childhood cancer. Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation is committed to raising money and awareness for pediatric cancer causes, primarily research into new cures and treatments and encouraging and educating others, especially children.
Each year Delta Phi Epsilon at Drexel University holds an all-day, donation only, lemonade stand at Drexel University's commencement ceremonies to raise money and awareness for Alex's Lemonade Stand for Childhood Cancers.
For more information, please visit www.alexslemonade.org.
Lauren's Foundation / Fitzy's 5k Run
Lauren Fitzgerald enrolled at Drexel University in Philadelphia in 2003 to study interior design, intending to pursue her interest and passion. Once in Philadelphia – Lauren thrived and fell in love with urban living. She joined Delta Phi Epsilon, and rowed for the university crew team.
But in May 2004, just a college freshman, Lauren was diagnosed with a primary brain tumor –a stage 3 anaplastic oligodendroglioma. She underwent 2 surgeries that summer followed by chemotherapy treatments at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital. In July 2005, Lauren sadly passed away after lapsing into a coma.
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Lauren remained positive and dedicated to her schoolwork, despite her illness and served as an inspiration to her sisters and fellow classmates. Every year, the sisters of Delta Phi Epsilon head to Wyomissing, Pa to volunteer at the Fitzy's Run to honor Lauren and spread awareness of brain tumors of their effects on the individual and family. This past year, they even had multiple sisters run in the race too!
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For more information on the foundation, please visit http://laurensfoundation.org/
Delta Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation
Established in 1967 in honor of our fiftieth anniversary, the Delta Phi Epsilon Educational Foundation provides grants and loans to members and their children to complete their education or continue with graduate studies. The Foundation also provides funding for educational programs and leadership training for undergraduate members and advisors.
For more information, please visit www.dphie.org/philanthropy
