About the Alpha Phi Foundation
The commitment of our founders to foster a “spirit of love and charity” has stood the test of time and remains as important to Alpha Phi today as it was in 1872. Practicing generosity and seeking to improve the lives of women are basic tenants of our Fraternity.
The American Heart Association and Alpha Phi have partnered to create the Alpha Phi Foundation. Alpha Phi Foundation supports Alpha Phi Fraternity, our members, and the communities in which we reside in their pursuit of advancing women’s lives now and into the future. This includes programs that help women grow in leadership, provide scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students, contribute to Forget Me Not assistance grants, and support research and education essential for promoting heart health.
Through our annual Heart to Heart Grant, Alpha Phi Foundation helps fund research and educational programs that support the improvement of women’s heart health. This Grant awards a $100,000 annually to medical professionals to better understand heart disease in women—specifically its symptoms, treatment, and prevention. In 2024, the Heart to Heart Grant was awarded to the Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.
Alpha Phi has created multiple fundraising events that are held throughout the school year in order to support the Alpha Phi Foundation. These include Mac and Phis, Heart of Texas BBQ, and Alpha Phi Fest. Additionally, our Annual Red Dress Gala is our largest fundraising event of the year.
Alpha Phi provides many opportunities for women to make a difference in the lives of others by contributing their time and talents. From organizing campus philanthropic events to volunteering their time, our members are making a positive impact in the Austin community!
Philanthropy Events
MAC AND PHIS
Mac and Phis is one of our favorite ways to spend time together. It involves a delicious mac and cheese bar, outdoor games, and quality time with our sisters. There is no better way to kick off the year!
RED DRESS GALA
Our biggest philanthropy event of the year is the Red Dress Gala. Members of Alpha Phi are encouraged to invite friends and family to the event. A live auction along with donations allow us to make yearly contributions in thousands of dollars to the Alpha Phi Foundation!
HEART OF TEXAS BBQ
Our annual Heart of Texas BBQ with Texas Kappa Sigma is complete with a mechanical bull, delicious food, and other fun activities. The money raised goes to Kappa Sigma’s philanthropy as well as The Alpha Phi Foundation. Our Heart of Texas BBQ continues to be a success across campus.
ALPHA PHI FEST
Alpha Phi Fest is our philanthropy event that takes place over UT’s West Fest. Members of other chapters are encouraged to attend philanthropy events at each house, creating a supportive environment where everyone can join forces for a good cause.