Okay so today's focus is 10 in 10. Delta Delta Delta has always dedicated their time and money to St. Jude Hospital, but starting in July 2006, the fraternity pledged to raise $10 million in 10 years and donate it to the Hospital. That's a lot of money, folks!
Good news is, we're way ahead of schedule! At the 2008 biennial celebration, Tri Delta had raised $5.6 million!
Where will the money go within the organization? The $10 million goes toward the new Chili's Care Center at the Research Hospital. The link posted above gives all the information, but in case you don't feel like stumbling around the web, I'll just give you the low-down here. The Chili's Care Center has 18 inpatient rooms to accommodate more patients, due to growing numbers at the hospital. The new floor will include:
- Rooms with approximately 30% more space
- An attached parent room complete with windows, a full bathroom, and standing shower
- The hospital's main pharmacy
- Two nurse stations
- Family lounge
- Education office
- Teen room and child life play area
All of this reminds me!
Chili's also supports St. Jude! They have "Create-a-Pepper" fundraisers where you or your kids and decorate a chili that they will hang on the wall. You're encouraged to make a donation, of course, but you can also just write inspirational messages on them. So visit your local Chili's for some awesome food and good philanthropy!
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