In a notable display of generosity and community spirit, Fraternity and Sorority Life at Cal State Fullerton raised $72,550 for the Associated Students Inc. Children’s Center during Greek Week, with the sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, leading all participating chapters in total funds raised.
This marks a major milestone for FSL at CSUF, as the amount raised is not only a record but also a meaningful achievement that students and staff can celebrate and build upon.
“Greek Week is a weeklong program dedicated to fostering unity and relationships between Fraternity and Sorority Life and other departments at CSUF,” said Aaron Tapper, ASI assistant director of strategic initiatives. “Adding an element of friendly competition with events, such as kickball and spirited chants, infuses an exciting energy throughout the week.”
FSL also invited alumni to a CSUF baseball game to enhance community participation. Throughout the week, chapters set up tables along Titan Walk to host “coin wars,” encouraging fellow Titans to participate and donate. FSL organizations also actively campaigned on social media, consistently sharing the donation link to maximize engagement.
“We work from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. that entire week to make sure everything runs smoothly,” said Olivia Ireland, a member of Gama Phi Beta. “On Friday, they announced how much money we raised, and the kids from the Children’s Center joined us, which was my favorite part of the event.”
Supporting Student Families
This year’s event emphasized FSL’s commitment to service and philanthropy. Greek Week organizers collaborated with the Basic Needs Center, Losquadro Keller LGBTQ Resource Center and ASI Food Pantry to donate essential items and collect monetary contributions for the Children’s Center.
The funds will go directly to supporting the Children’s Center, a vital resource for student-parents and CSUF faculty and staff. It offers affordable child care, helping student-parents pursue their academic goals with peace of mind, knowing their children are on their own educational journey and are in good hands. Children’s Center Director Lydia Palacios said she is thrilled with the impact.
“We’re planning to update and furnish our outdoor classroom equipment,” Palacios said. “This is a great area to focus on because we understand the need for our kids to be outside and explore with the appropriate materials.”
Where It Started, and Where It’s Going
FSL and Children’s Center began their partnership three years ago, and it has grown steadily, with more planning, participation and goals achieved each year.
Last year, fraternities and sororities raised enough to install an outdoor shade tarp over the school yard. This year, Greek Life raised six times that amount, enabling meaningful improvements to the Children’s Center’s outdoor environment.
The increase in fundraising reflects a growing awareness that student-parents — who often face unique challenges — deserve more than just basic support. The Greek Life community, along with its campus partners, has come together with a purpose to raise awareness and provide tangible assistance.
The $72,550 raised will help ensure the Children’s Center can continue providing vital services for the student families, reflecting the strong support to the CSUF community.
By Gigi Perez