AEPhi & EGPAF Partnership

A legacy of sisterhood, twenty-five years in the making

From a shared mission in 1988 to a nationwide movement today, three women's friendship became a promise that generations of AEPhi sisters have carried forward.

Our Founding Story

Three women.
One mission.

Elizabeth Glaser, a member of AEPhi's Sigma Chapter, founded the Pediatric AIDS Foundation in 1988 after losing her seven-year-old daughter Ariel to AIDS-related causes.

She started it along with her AEPhi sorority sister Susie Bernstein Zeegen of Xi Chapter and her close friend Susan DeLaurentis.

Their mission was simple: end pediatric AIDS.

When Elizabeth passed away from AIDS-related causes in 1994, the foundation was renamed in her honor.

Founding Story Slideshow
Elizabeth and Ariel
Elizabeth and Ariel
Susan, Susie, and Elizabeth
(left to right) Susan, Susie, Elizabeth
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The Partnership

25 years of partnership

In 2000, Alpha Epsilon Phi began supporting EGPAF during our "Caring for Kids 101" program. Shortly after, AEPhi named EGPAF one of their national philanthropic partners.

Today, on nearly 40 campuses nationwide, AEPhi chapters continue to raise funds and awareness for EGPAF's mission.

$1.5M+
Sisters in Action

Raised since 2000, chapter by chapter

Since 2000, AEPhi chapters have raised over $1.5 million in support of EGPAF, funding research, treatment, and care for children and families affected by HIV and AIDS.

For AEPhi Fundraisers

Resources for Fundraising

Whatever you're planning, from a tabling opportunity to a full fundraising event, these resources are here to help you tell EGPAF's story and make the most of your fundraiser.

  • EGPAF Fundraising Toolkit — ideas for fundraisers, sample social media posts, and gratitude messages.
  • EGPAF One Pager — a quick summary of EGPAF's work and impact to share with your network.
  • EGPAF x AEPhi Postcard — an outline of the historic partnership between AEPhi and EGPAF.
  • EGPAF Swag — Limited quantities available.

Contact Samantha or Emily to request materials, fundraising guidance, or event support.