Kappa Delta raises thousands for charity during Shamrock Week
By Amy Reid
Kappa Delta wrapped up Shamrock Week with a 5K run on campus on Saturday.
Shamrock N’Run is part of the series of philanthropic events in Shamrock Week held by Kappa Delta. Before the day of the 5K, the sorority had already raised nearly $4,000, in part because of the dodgeball tournament on Tuesday and Thursday’s service auction, said Kate Leach, the vice president of community service for Kappa Delta.
“I’m so excited,” Leach said. “I think we’re doing amazing and the community is really showing a big support for us this year.”
Twenty percent of the proceeds from this week go to Kappa Delta’s national philanthropy, Prevent Child Abuse America. The remaining 80 percent will go to The Family Place in Logan.
“This is our way of showing what we do to the community and also allowing the community to give back,” said Ashley Lindberg, the vice president of public relations for Kappa Delta.
In addition to donations, the event raises awareness for child abuse and prevention.
“People that are on campus that aren’t participating, they see it and they ask questions, and that’s how it all starts — people asking questions,” said Holly Macriss, a parent who ran the race.
One hundred and forty-four signed up, and although some were there for the charity, others were just excited about running.
“If there is a 5K and I have time, I’m going to do it,” said Daniel Shurtleff, a junior majoring in finance and the winner of the race. “It’s my hobby.”
But these runners were still excited about what Shamrock N’Run supports.
“It’s a good reason to come out and support a good cause,” said Jordan Reid, a junior majoring in political science.
After the total amount is calculated, some of the women will hand-deliver the check to The Family Place, which it can use to fund its classes and workshops.
“It is such a heartwarming feeling because it truly goes above and beyond for them,” Leach said. “It’s nice to see the direct effect of that.”
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