What types of activities or philanthropic events do fraternity and sorority members at UVA participate in?
Service is a cornerstone of the Greek community at UVA, and each of our 57 sororities and fraternities are dedicated to one or more philanthropic causes or organizations. Some of those causes include the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Prevent Child Abuse America, Boys and Girls Club, First Book, and Charlottesville Mental Health Association. Additionally, students within the Greek community are involved in a number of activities around Grounds, including Madison House, Honor, various a capella groups, University Guide Service, Alternative Spring Break, Dance Marathon, and Habitat for Humanity. Additionally, the Inter-Greek Habitat for Humanity group works with all councils and chapters to raise money for Habitat for Humanity; in 2007, they raised enough to build an entire house and are now fundraising for a second. Inter-Greek Habitat encourages participants to develop friendships with Greek members outside their chapters while making an impact on the broader Charlottesville community.
