Philanthropy

Kappa Delta Philanthropy

Kappa Deltas are inspired to act. Kappa Delta makes a difference not only in its members’ lives, but also in the lives of women and children around the world. We take great pride in our efforts to strengthen community service initiatives that build confidence in those around us.

Helping build girls of courage, confidence and character.

In 1998, Kappa Delta Sorority welcomed Girl Scouts of the USA as one of its national philanthropies. Through this incredible partnership, Kappa Delta members make a difference in more than 14,000 girls each year across the country. Kappa Delta is proud to help Girl Scouts “build girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.” Kappa Deltas serve as mentors and volunteers, reinforcing our common values of honesty, integrity, friendship and leadership. Collegiate and alumnae chapters host confidence-building programs, educational events, campus tours and other activities with Girl Scouts in their communities. Further, the Kappa Delta Foundation contributes annually to the Girl Scout Gold Award program, providing scholarships to Gold Award Girl Scouts, the highest recognition in Girl Scouting.

Help prevent child abuse.

Since 1981, Kappa Delta has been a proud supporter of Prevent Child Abuse America, an organization founded by the late Donna Stone, one of our own Kappa Delta sisters. To date, Kappa Delta has donated more than $29 million to prevent child abuse in our country. Thousands of KDs in hundreds of communities nationwide host Shamrock events every year to raise money for national and local child abuse prevention efforts. Events are as varied and creative as the groups that sponsor them. Golf and softball tournaments, fun runs, chili cook-offs, war-of-the wings contests, spaghetti dinners, silent auctions, fashion shows and paintball tournaments are just a few of the fundraisers held by collegiate and alumnae chapters. We encourage you to participate in local Shamrock events to join Kappa Delta in strengthening families and improving the lives of children because there’s nothing that destroys a child’s confidence more than abuse.

Cypress, Texas, Alumnae Chapter Philanthropy

Our local philanthropies are Boys and Girls Country and Two Lives Changed.Boys and Girls Country strives to change the lives of children from families in crisis by loving and nurturing them in a Christian home environment, raising them to become self-sustaining and contributing adults. Founded in 1971, Boys and Girls Country has been serving children for over 50 years. As a licensed residential home, they use a trauma-informed care approach when addressing the needs of the children on their campus. They do this by providing a secure, stable, Christian home environment with an emphasis on education, building healthy relationships and setting goals for the future.Cypress Kappa Delta supports Boys and Girls Country through volunteering at their annual Trunk-Or-Treat, and throughout the year at other big events. We also fundraise throughout the year, and do an annual donation drive each October.Two Lives Changed is committed to creating a positive community that supports, encourages, and navigates young families. Two Lives Changed helps provide a supportive and loving community for mothers aged 13-30, offering life skills education, bible study, and support.Cypress Kappa Delta supports Two Lives Changed through volunteering at gatherings like their Christmas party, Mothers Day event, and more. We also fundraise throughout the year, already raising $629 at our Kendra Gives Back event in September for International Women's Friendship Month.If you are interested in learning more about how to get involved with our philanthropies, please join our Facebook group to stay up-to-date with the latest opportunities.

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