Phi Gamm's in the community

by Michael Lamoureux - Class of 1998

In an effort to increase community service the brothers of the Pi-Iota chapter of Phi Gamma Delta have become active in pursuing philanthropy. They currently have eight brothers and pledges volunteering their time to be big-brothers for the kids at the local Elm Park Community Elementary school. These brothers meet weekly with their little brothers. Some of the activities that the Fiji's have done with their little brothers include playing basketball, bowling, video games at the arcade, soccer, football, and baseball. The big brothers have also been available to help with homework. Thus far the experience has been enjoyable for all those involved.

In the fall the majority of the house took part in a fund-raiser with the Worcester Fire Department to help benefit the Jerry's Kids Foundation to help children fight muscular dystrophy.

You will also find Fiji's at "The Mustard Seed" a local soup kitchen. This is an event in which 4 different brothers donate their time every other week to help out the needy people of Worcester.

Other events are in the works as this is being written. Possible upcoming events include a fund raiser volleyball tournament for Easter Seals, a walk-a-thon, and the annual 3-on-3 Phi Gamm Slam basketball tournament with benefits going toward the MDA. This event is currently scheduled for Saturday, March 30 at a cost of $20 per team.