UCF’s Theta Chi fraternity launched ΘΧmas, their first ever holiday-themed philanthropy event this past week.
In a multi-day event that raised nearly $3,000, the fraternity teamed with Knight-Thon to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
The entire event was close to the heart for many of the brothers, including Chris Hixon, who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at a young age. Now an advocate for the cause, Hixon helped to personally raise over $1,500 for Knight-Thon over the span of two years.
“As someone who survived cancer at an early age, I think it’s awesome to see my fraternity give back to a cause that impacts so many children every day,” said Chris Hixon, senior at the University of Central Florida.
From Nov. 17 to 20, members of the Greek community had the opportunity to participate in Christmas activities, earning points toward their chapter and spreading the holiday spirit to all of UCF. Each day consisted of a different activity, from decorating the Theta Chi house on Greek Park, to wrapping presents for the Miracle children. Competition soon ensued, with more points being awarded to the organization that best decorated during each exercise.
The brothers of Theta Chi fraternity are continuing to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network as the academic year progresses. On Monday, they held their 4th Annual Ricky Bobby Thanksgiving Dinner, a play on the popular Talladega Nights movie to raise more money for Knight-Thon.
“I participate in Knight-Thon because it unites college students to not only make an impact in the lives of sick children everywhere, but also because of the opportunities it may give them–to grow up outside of the walls of a hospital, to graduate high school and go to college, and to follow their dreams without worrying about how close they are to a hospital,” Hixon said.
