About the Foundation

Since 1957, the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation has furthered the Fraternity’s purpose of preparing strong, capable, intelligent women to lead Alpha Xi Delta and our world by creating opportunities for members to realize their potential.

The mission of the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation is:

To support Fraternity educational and leadership development programming;
To provide and continue to expand scholarships, grants and member support funds; and
To encourage philanthropy.

Since it was established, the Alpha Xi Delta Foundation has awarded more than $6 million for Alpha Xi Delta’s educational programs, scholarships and philanthropic activities.

How is the Foundation different from the Fraternity?

The Fraternity is a 501(c) (7) social organization. Contributions to the Fraternity are not tax deductible. The work of the Fraternity is focused on recruitment, public relations, chapter and alumnae association management and facility management.

Are my donations 100% tax deductible?

Yes. Alpha Xi Delta Foundation is a 501(c) (3) charitable organization, which means that all gifts to the Foundation are tax-exempt to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Where does the Foundation get its funding?

View our recent Impact Report here.

What does my donation support?

Your tax deductible gift goes towards supporting the Foundation’s programs. Learn more about what you make happen with your gifts.