Service and Philanthrophy

At Phi Eta Sigma, we understand that character development is closely linked to service and philanthropy. By advocating for literacy within our communities, we enable individuals to realize their potential and nurture a passion for learning. We focus our philanthropy and service on literacy efforts because we believe that knowledge is power, and we want everyone to be empowered by the knowledge that comes from reading and building cultural literacies.

Volunteer-A-Thon

Our signature national philanthropic event is our Volunteer-A-Thon, where students, alums, and advisors are encouraged to serve their local community by volunteering, documenting their service, and collecting pledges from friends and family to support their efforts.

This year's Volunteer-A-Thon is Novemebr 4-November 30.

All financial contributions will be be given to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, and more information can be found here.

Mary Jo Dwyer contest

Each year at convention, chapters compete in the Mary Jo Dwyer philanthropy competition. This annual events is a children's book and stuffed animal drive where donations are given to a local educational agency or non-profit.

At the 2024 convention more than 1,000 books and 200 stuffed animals were given to Ponderosa Elementary School in Anaheim. With the most chapter contributions, this year's winner was the chapter at Indiana University Indianapolis.

local projects and initiatives

Local chapters host many of their philanthropy and service projects throughout the year. From book drives and percentage nights to card-making events, stocking food pantries, and after-school programs, we are proud of all of their efforts.

For more information about local service projects, please reach out to the local chapter's advisors and officers.