Caroline McCutchen
“Here at House of Grace, we are driven by a single goal: to do our part in making the world a better place for all,” states the organization’s mission statement.
Established in 1998, the House of Grace provides residential shelter and support services in their efforts to raise awareness about domestic violence, as well as support for victims’ families, community agencies, law enforcement and residents in need.
“We are a Christ-centered ministry educating and serving the needs of domestic violence victims and their children. We strive to build productive relationships and make a positive impact with all of our pursuits,” states the House of Grace.
In support of the House of Grace, Alpha Chi Omega sorority’s philanthropy event was filled with sweet treats, photo opportunities and information about the House of Grace’s mission.
“These real, strong women have such a steadfast drive for service and it inspires me every day. We are so honored to be able to serve our community,” Sydney McClain, a junior sociology major and vice president of philanthropy of Alpha Chi Omega at the University of Mississippi, said.
All proceeds from the event will go toward the House of Grace’s philanthropic efforts, and the sorority provides the House of Grace with toiletries, resources and donations throughout the year.
“Every Alpha Chi is passionate about domestic violence awareness, and I cannot wait to see how we as a chapter will grow and continue to help the women in the community,” Bella Armstrong, a sophomore physics major and assistant vice president of Philanthropy of Alpha Chi Omega at Ole Miss, said.
Ahead of their first philanthropy event, members of the chapter were thrilled to share their passion and dedication to promoting domestic violence awareness by serving the community alongside their sorority sisters.
“I personally love this philanthropy because it is not common for many people to speak out for domestic violence awareness and sexual assault prevention, especially on a college campus where it is extremely prevalent,” Samantha Hallet, a freshman biology major on the pre-med track and member of Alpha Chi Omega, said.. “So I feel as though we are making a difference in not only the community affected by this first hand but also our college community.”
As they support their national philanthropy, chapters of Alpha Chi Omega champion the cause of domestic violence awareness across the nation.
For 30 years, members of Alpha Chi Omega nationally have shared the stories and experiences of survivors of domestic violence and educated others about fostering healthy relationships.
“Domestic violence is something that affects so many women,” Armstrong said. “Being able to stand up for them alongside the real strong women of Alpha Chi Omega means the world to me and is a way that we stand together, stronger as a sisterhood.”
