Hey ya’ll! My name is Maci Simmons and I am a junior from Dacula, Georgia studying Law and Justice here at Auburn! This year, I have the absolute privilege of serving as Vice President Philanthropy and Service for the Gamma Rho chapter! As VP Philanthropy and Service, I have the honor of leading our chapter in philanthropic events and efforts to support our philanthropy of Breast Cancer Education and Awareness in support of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Through large scale philanthropic events such as Big Man on Campus and Crown Classic, it is truly amazing to see this group of women come together and support a cause bigger than us all- and we don’t stop there! I get to lead these girls in our community and campus service efforts as well, strengthening our relationships and impact beyond just our philanthropy alone. It has been truly the most special experience working alongside these young women and being able to contribute to a cause so near and dear to our hearts. I cannot wait to see where the rest of this year takes us!
OUR PHILANTHROPY NATIONALLY
Think Pink® - Think Pink® is the umbrella theme for all of our breast cancer education and awareness projects. Chapters distribute Think Pink® ribbons, breast self-examination (BSE) calendar stickers, and breast health tip cards throughout the year.
National Think Pink Partners Zeta Tau Alpha partners on a national level with several prestigious organizations in the fight against breast cancer.
American Cancer Society® - Through our premier partnership with the American Cancer Society®, ZTA is the National Survivor Ambassador of Making Strides Against Breast Cancer®. At the nearly 300 Making Strides walks held each October in communities across the country, Zetas provide assistance and focus on survivor recognition. Over time, we will help grow the survivor recognition program at these events.
Breast Cancer Research Foundation® - ZTA also funds innovative research with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, whose mission is to prevent and cure breast cancer by advancing the world’s most promising research.
National Football League - Since 1999, Zeta Tau Alpha alumnae and collegiate members have worked with all 32 NFL teams to increase awareness of breast cancer at professional football games. ZTA is an official fan outreach partner of the National Football League. Beginning with the Washington Football team in 1999, Zetas have helped spread the message of breast cancer awareness to over 5 million football fans nationwide.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and across the country, members of Zeta Tau Alpha hold special events to increase awareness about early detection and to raise funds for education and research.
Pink Out - Each year, Zeta Tau Alpha chapters across the country host Think Pink® or Pink Out games with their university athletic departments to raise awareness for breast cancer.