Chapter Philanthropy and Service
Philanthropy and service play a major role in the life of a ZTA. It is one of the most important and fun aspects of sorority life. Since its adoption as the Fraternity's national philanthropy in 1992, the focus of Breast Cancer research, education, screening, and treatment has brought enthusiastic support from alumni and collegians, whose mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and friends have been touched by the disease.
Kappa Upsilon hosts two large philanthropy events each year. In the fall, we host Thriller 5K during October in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Sisters dress up as zombies and chase the runners, putting a fun spin on a 5K! During the spring, we host Cornhole for a Cause at the beginning of March. This is a competitive cornhole tournament, where hundreds of participants go head-to-head with hopes of winning and taking home the big prize! Kappa Upsilon is proud to unite community members, students, families, and friends to participate in these exciting philanthropy events. Our mission to raise awareness, will not stop until 1 in 8 women impacted by breast cancer becomes none in 8.
“Breast cancer is not just a philanthropy to me; it is a defining part of my story. Watching the women closest to me walk through that battle shaped my heart and made my decision to serve ZTA so easy. Our philanthropy embodies what sisterhood truly means: women standing beside women in their hardest moments. As former Vice President of Philanthropy and Service, I was honored to lead initiatives that raised awareness and support, but stepping into the role of President has only strengthened my sense of purpose. ZTA has surrounded me with so much love throughout my journey, and serving this chapter is my way of honoring that support, by continuing to advocate, raise awareness, and fight for every woman facing breast cancer," President Alyssa Upshaw said. We would not be where we are without each and every sister in this chapter.
ZTA Convention 20 Awards:
Kappa Upsilon won New Member Programming Award. This award is given to the chapter that not only meets the requirements of the new member program but also exhibits the spirit of involvement. We were also awarded Crown Chapter; this annual award recognizes collegiate chapters that have attained a standard of excellence.
“ZTA convention is such a special experience. I wish every ZTA could experience it at least once. It always makes me appreciate the extraordinary vision of our nine young founders. I can only imagine what they would think if they could see what they have created and the impact they have made on so many women!!”, says Melissa Hankinson.