Our International Philanthropy
Serving the world around us is one of AOII’s founding principles. While local chapters are encouraged to support philanthropic opportunities in their communities, all chapters support AOII’s international philanthropy , which is arthritis. Since 1967, the Fraternity has enjoyed an important partnership with the Arthritis Foundation . AOII's philanthropic mission is to raise money for and spread awareness and understanding of arthritis and its more than 100 related diseases.
Dollars donated to the Arthritis Foundation support arthritis research, Juvenile Arthritis Power Packs, Juvenile Arthritis Camps and Conferences and so much more.
Strike Out Arthritis!
By holding Strike Out Arthritis! events, AOII is collectively able to contribute millions of dollars toward education initiatives, assistance for families affected by arthritis, and new research that will hopefully one day find a cure!
In addition to our local philanthropic efforts, Aoii hosts two signature events during the school year: "Skip Out" and "Strike Out." These events typically span four days to a week, featuring multiple activities aimed at raising funds for arthritis research and support. One popular activity is "Pie-a-Pi," where members of the University of La Verne community can pie an Aoii sister.We also organize "King of Roses," a fun competition with proceeds donated to the Arthritis Foundation. This event includes fruit sales, rose sales, and other creative fundraising efforts to support our cause.
Supporting the AOII Foundation
The promise to serve can be seen in the relationships between sisters as we work together to help others, or contribute to the AOII Foundation to enable scholarships and aid to other sisters.
The AOII Foundation’s Mission Statement is to invest in our sisters and inspire a lifetime of giving to innovative leadership, educational and philanthropic causes. We are proud to support the AOII Foundation which is able to offer our members academic and leadership scholarship opportunities, as well as grants and emergency assistance to sisters in dire need.
Local Philanthropic Efforts
Aoii is proud to collaborate with a variety of local organizations to make a positive impact in our community. We have had the honor of serving at Dodger Stadium during a charity golf event and partnering with the Asiyah Women’s Center, which provides housing, clothing, food, and other vital resources. Additionally, we have worked with the American Red Cross, assisting with check-ins and encouraging bond donations to support their life-saving efforts.
Serving Others
Alpha Omicron Pi was founded on a promise to serve not only one another but the greater community as well. This commitment reflects a philosophy of friendship, concern, and usefulness in the world.
