Our Commitment to Philanthropy
At the University of Washington, philanthropic events aren't just a way to get involved or have fun; they serve as a reminder of just how supportive and giving our Greek Community truly is. Philanthropy is a way for us to show love and support for each others' chapters, as well as the organizations we give to.
National Philanthropies:
The Starkey Hearing Foundation promotes awareness, education, protection, and treatment of hearing loss. They also send volunteers on hundreds of hearing mission trips all over the world to provide hearing aids to people that cannot afford them. Delta Zeta has pledged Five Million in Five Years to Starkey because we believe deeply in their motto, "so the world may hear."
The SeriousFun Children's Network provides day and summer camps for children and their families affected by serious illnesses through the Painted Turtle Camp. Their mission seeks "to inspire children with life-threatening diseases to become their greater selves." The Painted Turtle Camp has served as an all-expenses-paid sanctuary year-round for children, allowing them to just be kids.
The Delta Zeta Foundation provides academic and need-based scholarships, funding leadership opportunities and personal growth programs.
Local Philanthropy:
The UW Speech and Hearing Clinic is the Kappa Chapter's local philanthropy. We support their Excellence Fund, which provides unrestricted support for the department. Their mission is "to be a center of excellence in education, research, and clinical practice within the community serving speech, language, and hearing needs."
A Message from our VP Philanthropy
As a member of Delta Zeta at the University of Washington, I am proud of our philanthropy and its focus on supporting speech and hearing health. These causes are often underrepresented, yet they play a critical role in access to communication, healthcare, and quality of life. I am passionate about helping our chapter not only raise funds, but also spread meaningful
awareness while honoring the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
As Vice President of Philanthropy, I hope to strengthen our chapter’s connection with the local community by creating engaging and educational events that encourage involvement and understanding. Through events held throughout the year, such as, DZ Duke Out, our Hot Dog
Feed and Eating Contest, and a Silent Auction, we raise money for organizations like the Starkey Hearing Foundation and the UW Speech and Hearing Clinic. In addition to fundraising, I hope to expand opportunities for hands-on volunteering, as I believe direct service creates a
deeper connection to the cause and makes our impact more meaningful and fulfilling. I want our members to feel connected to the work we do and motivated to actively support the organizations we partner with.
My interest in this role is closely tied to my goal of pursuing a career in medicine. As a Public Health student on the pre-medical pathway I have seen how language and communication barriers can contribute to healthcare disparities. This has motivated me to advocate for
equitable access to care and underrepresented communities, making this position especially meaningful to me. I would be honored to serve as VP of Philanthropy and help our chapter make a lasting impact through both service and awareness.
Brooke Pomerantz
Vice President of Philanthropy
dzkappa.vpphilanthropy@gmail.com
