by Sally Clark
Intern Writer
The sisters of Alpha Delta Pi help support the fight against cancer
with their 2004 “Men of Appalachian” calendar drive.
Alpha Delta Pi usually sponsors Casino Night every year to raise
money for the Ronald McDonald House in Winston-Salem. Former philanthropy
chair Heather M. Hefner said the organization raised $3,750 for
the cause last year.
This year ADPi is raising money for a cause closer to home.
Kara V. Foster, public relations chair, said Alpha Delta Pi created
the “Men of Appalachian” calendar last semester after
learning two of its sisters were struggling with cancer, either
personally or within their families. All proceeds from calendar
purchases go directly to these two families.
“At the end of the calendar sales we hope to raise $5,000,
and so far we have reached the $2,000 mark,” Foster said.
To produce the calendars, the ADPi members sent letters to various
Appalachian State University clubs and organizations that each nominated
three possible candidates for the calendar.
Caitlin D. Lally, current philanthropy chair, said 18 candidates
were selected after an interview process on a basis of their contribution
to the community, scholarship and “good looks.”
The production of the calendars, put together by Precision Printing,
was made possible by donations from various businesses, organizations,
families and friends.
“Because of the generous donations given by the community,
families and friends, which are listed on the back of the calendars,
the profit made from the calendars will directly benefit the families
of our sisters during their time of need,” Foster said.
The calendars are being sold tax-free for $10 at The Emporium, upstairs
in the Greek Store and on the fourth floor of Cone Residence Hall.
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