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Steel City Iotas - Supporting Our Communities
Our organization is committed to supporting our communities by providing service, mentorship, and resources to areas with low-income backgrounds. We believe that service and education are some of the keys to helping better the communities that we serve. Through our partnerships with schools and community organizations, we work to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Join us in our mission to continue to pour into our communities!
Spotlight #1
St. Jude Walk/Run
Since the inception of the fraternity's national partnership in 2012 with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, the Beta Omicron Omega Chapter has participated in the annual St. Jude Walk/Run events. The chapters annual participation helps fundraise money for the research hospital.
Spotlight #2
Beautify Our 'Burgh
Our chapter became the first Black Greek organization in 2014 to adopt a street through the Beautify Our Burgh campaign through the City of Pittsburgh. The chapter adopted Bigelow Blvd between Forbes Avenue and O'Hara Street in the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh. The chapter cleans up the street 4 times a year.
Spotlight #3
Ronald McDonald House
In 2015, the Beta Omicron Omega Chapter built a partnership with the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Pittsburgh through serving breakfast to children and families. The chapter has hosted movie and game nights, and holiday celebrations. The chapter made history in 2019 by hosting the first rooftop party for families.
Spotlight #4
#MuchMoreThanAHashtag
In 2016, Pittsburgh was a target city to pilot a new national fraternity initiative with Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. #MuchMoreThanAHashtag, educated both organizations and the community on the pillars of Voter Registration, Citizen Review Board, Jury Selection, Home Ownership, and Property Taxes.
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Spotlight #5
Teen Night w/ This Generation Connect
In 2019, the chapter connected with This Generation Connect to provide a space for teens to express themselves and have fun. After building a relationship with the owner of This Generation Connect, Teen Night was established on the 3rd Friday of each month for fellowship, games, and other educational opportunities.
Spotlight #6
Wreaths Across America
In 2021, the chapter decided to make participation in the Wreaths Across America event an annual commitment. The goal of our participation is to align with the goal of Wreaths Across America, which is "to remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach our children the value of freedom."