True to Phi Mu is the Foundation’s refreshed fundraising initiative that combines two of our most popular Annual Fund campaigns – chapter fundraising and our annual day of giving, 18 Hours & 52 Minutes of Giving – into one powerful effort.
But True to Phi Mu is about more than fundraising. It’s about building a culture of philanthropy, inspiring greater engagement from collegiate and alumnae members, and ensuring a sustainable future of support for generations of Phi Mu sisters.
On March 4, we hosted the Founders Day Chapter Challenge, a one-day fundraising event designed to strengthen the bond between alumnae and collegiate chapters.
For years, our alumnae have asked for a way to support the chapters they love, and the Founders Day Chapter Challenge helped answer that call. Throughout the day, alumnae and friends of Phi Mu showed up in support of the chapters closest to their hearts.
While March 4 marked this special day of giving, support does not stop there. Alumnae and friends can continue to give in support of the chapter of their choice through June 1.
All gifts count toward a chapter’s overall fundraising efforts and the race to the finish line on June 1 to determine which chapters will be recognized as the Top Contributing Chapter for the True to Phi Mu campaign this year.
Together, We Are True To Phi Mu
Jourdan McKinney
Jennifer Housel
Baton Rouge Alumnae Chapter
Annapolis Alumnae Chapter
Lambda Iota Chapter
Jean Salcedo
Danielle Kelly
June Byrd
Why Fundraising for Phi Mu Foundation Matters
True to Phi Mu represents the heart of Phi Mu Foundation’s mission: Sisters Helping Sisters. By combining fundraising efforts across chapters and generations, we strengthen our bond of sisterhood and ensure that members have the resources, scholarships, leadership training, and support they need to thrive.
Leadership Circle
Generous sisters who made leadership gifts of $500 or more during the Founders Day Chapter Challenge are proudly recognized as members of the Leadership Circle. We’d like to extend a special thank you to our Leadership Circle members for committing to the lifetime development of Phi Mu women. If you would like to join the Leadership Circle, please contact Angel Sorochak at asorochak@phimufoundation.org.
Amanda Taylor | Amy Harden | Angel Sorochak | Ann Dahne | Annita Saffaf | Ashlee Forscher | Barbara Scott | Betsy Newman | Bre Bock-Nielsen | Bridgie Clark | Cheryl Young | Cindy Goldman | Diane Eggert | Donna Jenkins | Dorothy Hughes | Ellen Bower | Erika Gilbert | Erin Clements | Erin Flaherty | Hannah Wolf | Janeen Judah | Janice Terrell | Jean Salcedo | Jennifer Housel | Jennifer Joyner | Jennifer Rhatigan | Jenny Lafuse | Jessi Horne | JoNell Ault | Joseph Ott | Julie Arlinghaus | June Byrd | Katelyn Curtin | Kathleen Pine | Kittie Ross | Kristin Tofanelli | Laura Rusk | Lenora Buckley | Linda Hutton | Lisa Fleming | Lisa van der Vorst | Lucinda Stangl | Margo Grace | Marisa Eikenberry | Mary Akers | Mary Ann Sheehy | Mary Beth Straguzzi | Mary Zappone | Nicole DeStefano | Paige Clinkenbeard | Paige Cox | Pamela Barrett | Pamela Sonnier | Phyllis Jeter | Rebecca Clay | Robin Benoit | Rosalie Forrest | Sarah Marks | Shaby Tabibi Rosales | Shannon Weaver | Shelbi Grow | Shelley Daniel | Susan Baldschun | Susi Kiefer | Tessa Gaines | Treva Smutz | Vicki Ryan
Chapter Leaderboard
Carnation
Bracket
- Alpha Epsilon, Florida State University
- Kappa Mu, Georgia Southern University
- Theta Zeta, Georgia Institute of Technology
- Alpha Eta, Louisiana State University
- Alpha Nu, University of Florida
Truth
Bracket
- Zeta Zeta, Saint Louis University
- Delta Epsilon, Purdue University
- Phi Nu, Rutgers University
- Theta, Belmont University
- Xi Beta, Colorado State University
Honor
Bracket
- Gamma Delta, American University
- Delta Theta, Transylvania University
- Gamma Alpha, William & Mary
- Gamma Tau, Johns Hopkins University
- Alpha Pi, University of Houston
Love
Bracket
- Rho, Hanover College
- Phi Delta, Salisbury University
- Rho Alpha, Indiana University – Indianapolis
- Gamma Gamma, Queens University of Charlotte
- Phi Gamma, University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Sir Fidel
Bracket
- Delta Beta, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
- Zeta Iota, North Dakota State University
- Omicron, University of Akron
- Beta Phi, Marshall University
- Beta Gamma, University of New Hampshire
Quatrefoil Bracket
- Chicago W Suburban Alumnae Chapter
- Denver Alumnae Chapter
- Richmond, VA Alumnae Chapter
- Baton Rouge Alumnae Chapter
- Greater Seattle Alumnae Chapter
Chapter Champions
Our Chapter Champions play a vital role in supporting their chosen chapter by inspiring alumnae engagement and helping take their fundraising efforts to the next level. We are so thankful for their support and leadership.
Angel Sorochak | Ann Dahne | Annita Saffaf | Ashley Gore | Barbara Scott | Bre Bock-Nielsen | Cheryl Young | Cindy Goldman | Dorothy Hughes | Erika Gilbert | Erin Clements | Erin Flaherty | Hannah Wolf | Hara Henshell | Heather Hooper | Janeen Judah | Jennifer Housel | Jennifer Joyner | Jennifer Lafuse | Jennifer Rhatigan | Jessi Horne | JoNell Ault | Julie Baker | Katelyn Curtin | Kristin Tofanelli | Laura Rusk | Leigh Strong | Lenora Daniel Buckley | Lisa Fleming | Marisa Eikenberry | Mary Ackers | Mary Beth Straguzzi | Megan Sistrunk | Michelle Kealy | Paige Clinkenbeard | Pam Barrett | Pamela Sonnier | Phyllis Jeter | Rebecca Clay | Robin Beniot | Sarah Marks | Shaby Tabibi Rosales | Shannon Weaver | Sharon Staley | Shelbi Grow | Shelley Daniels | Vicki Ryan
True to Phi Mu Fundraising Brackets
How True to Phi Mu Works
- As part of Phi Mu Fraternity’s Commitment to Excellence (CTE), all collegiate chapters are required to make a donation to Phi Mu Foundation each year.
- Each chapter has been placed in a fundraising bracket by chapter size. Every chapter within the bracket will have the same goal. Goals will be shared directly with the chapter’s Philanthropy Chair.
- Chapters have until June 1, 2026, to fulfill their goal. While there is no penalty for not reaching the goal, every chapter is strongly encouraged to participate. You can check on the progress of your chapter’s goal here.
- The Philanthropy Chair will work with the Chapter Treasurer to ensure donations are sent to Phi Mu Foundation.
- Recognition will be given to the Top Contributing Chapter and the chapter with the Highest Increase in Fundraising of each bracket at the 2026 National Convention.
- Alumnae chapters are encouraged to participate in True to Phi Mu by fundraising to support Phi Mu Foundation.
- Alumnae chapters will be part of the Founders Day Chapter Challenge on March 4, 2026, competing to see who can rise to the top of the leaderboard in their bracket.
- Recognition will be given to the Top Contributing Chapter and the chapter with the Highest Increase in Fundraising at the 2026 National Convention.
- Donations on behalf of alumnae chapters will be accepted through June 1, 2026.
- Alumnae can participate in True to Phi Mu by giving individually, supporting the collegiate or alumnae chapter of their choice.
- On Founders Day, March 4, 2026, alumnae will be invited to join the Founders Day Chapter Challenge to celebrate our sisterhood and invest in Phi Mu’s future.
- This special day will encourage alumnae to support the chapter of their choice with a donation on March 4. All fundraising efforts on March 4 will go toward your chosen collegiate or alumnae chapter’s overall fundraising efforts and the race to the finish line on June 1 to see who comes out on top as the Top Contributing Chapter for the True to Phi Mu campaign this year.
