Philanthropy

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.

OUR Local Efforts

We are proud to continue Alpha Omicron Pi's longstanding legacy of service through our commitment to the Arthritis Foundation. At last year's Jacqueminot Rose Ball, our chapter raised over $2,000 to support arthritis research, advocacy, and patient programs. Each fall, we host AOII-Hop at our chapter house, welcoming students and community members for breakfast, with all proceeds benefiting the Arthritis Foundation. In the spring, we bring the community together once again for Spike Out Arthritis, a pickleball tournament that unites campus organizations in support of our shared philanthropic mission. Through these events, we strive to make a meaningful and lasting impact both on campus and beyond.