Theta Xi Fraternity
Gamma Pi Chapter- UNC Pembroke
April 2010: Relay for Life
For over 24 hours, Theta Xi took time to celebrate, remember, and fight back for those who are either battling for have lost cancer. Brothers walked the track or helped man the campsite, helping sell concession items with all of the proceeds going to cancer research. This year's theme for UNCP's Relay for Life was "change the channel on cancer." Each Relay team had its own TV show; Theta Xi represented Tool Academy for the event. Theta Xi raised close to $300 for this event through campaign donations and items sold during the actual event. Many brothers have loved ones who are either battling cancer or have lost their lives to it, making their participation in this prestigious event much more meaningful.March 2010: Full Moon Over Fashion
March 2010: UNCP Day of Service
In late March, the brothers took time to participate in UNCP's annual Day of Service, an event in which student organizations from across campus come together to participate in a day of volunteerism and community service at selected service sites across the area. Theta Xi was assigned to volunteer at The Haven animal shelter in Raeford, NC; half volunteered on-site at the shelter while the other half helped fundraise for the shelter at Wal-Mart. The brothers had a great time participating in this campus-wide event, and giving back to the community at the community at the same time.December 2009 and March 2010: Humane Society of Robeson County
As the semester came to a close, the brothers took time to support one of our local philanthropies, the Humane Society of Robeson County. At the humane society, we cleaned the cages, walked the dogs, assisted with the upkeep of the facilities, and insured that all animals had fresh food and water as well. Though taking care of the animals during the early morning hours of the weekend was a bit daunting to say the least, it was still a very rewarding experience in helping to take care of animals who need a good home. The brothers consistently rank this project as one of their favorites and enjoy returning to the shelter on an annual basis to help animals waiting to be adopted.October 2009: The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
This semester, the brothers supported a new philanthropy. Throughout the semester, the brothers raised money to support several brothers running in the Charlotte Thunder Road marathon in December. All proceeds raised went directly to support The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Many brothers have personal connections who have passed on due to strenuous battles with this disease or know of people who have been lucky enough to overcome the disease, and so raising money for this charitable cause meant a great deal more to us.September 2009: Homeless for Habitat
National Philanthropies
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is an international, non-profit organization devoted to building "simple, decent, and affordable" housing. Homes are built using volunteer labor and are sold at no profit, with no interest charged on the mortgage. The organization was founded in 1976 in Americus, Georgia by Millard and Linda Fuller, whose vision grew out of their experiences at Koinonia Farm. The international headquarters located in Atlanta (moved from Americus GA in 2006) serves to support and promote the activities of local, independent affiliate chapters, which initiate and manage all construction, mortages, and homeowner selection. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, a United States-based non-profit organization, and its network of chapters nationwide promote research, educate, advocate on issues relating to multiple sclerosis, and organize a wide range of programs, including support for the newly diagnosed and those living with MS. Founded in 1946, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society supports more MS research, offers more services for people with MS, provides more professional education programs, and furthers more MS advocacy efforts than any other MS organization in the world.
Local Philanthropies
Humane Society of Robeson County
The Humane Society of Robeson County is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping dogs and cats. They were founded to find loving homes for adoptable animals, and promote responsible pet ownership throughout the county with an emphasis on spaying and neutering.
Relay for Life
Relay For Life is the main volunteer-driven cancer fundraising event of the American Cancer Society. Originating in the United States, the Relay For Life event has spread to 21 countries worldwide. Relay events are held in local communities, campus universities, military bases, and in cyberspace. Although the main objective of Relay is to raise money for cancer research and cancer patients, the event is held to spread cancer awareness, celebrate the lives of survivors, remember those who lost their lives to cancer, and unite a community in the fight against cancer.
