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Congressional Recognition of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority's 175th Anniversary

Original title: CONGRATULATING ALPHA DELTA PI SISTERS

Record date · May 13, 2026

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What This Bill Does

Representative Virginia Foxx delivered a speech in the House of Representatives to commemorate the 175th anniversary of the founding of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority. The speech highlights the organization's history, its members' professional achievements, and its long-standing charitable partnership with the Ronald McDonald House.

Why it matters

This document serves as an official congressional record of the 175th anniversary of Alpha Delta Pi, acknowledging the organization's history and its $25 million in contributions to the Ronald McDonald House.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Alpha Delta Pi members

The organization and its members are the subject of official congressional recognition.

Indirectly affected

Ronald McDonald House

The organization is recognized for its 45-year partnership and fundraising relationship with the sorority.

Key Facts

Alpha Delta Pi was founded as the Adelphean Society on May 15, 1851.
The sorority was founded at Wesleyan Female College in Macon, Georgia.
Alpha Delta Pi is identified as the oldest secret society for college women.
The sorority has contributed over $25 million to the Ronald McDonald House over 45 years.

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Representative Virginia Foxx is an alumnae initiate of the sorority, having joined 5 years prior to the speech.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this Congressional Record entry?

It is a formal recognition by Representative Virginia Foxx to celebrate the 175th anniversary of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority.

How much money has Alpha Delta Pi donated to the Ronald McDonald House?

The sorority has collectively contributed more than $25 million to the organization over the past 45 years.

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Connected Entities

Alpha Delta Pi, Ronald McDonald House, Eugenia Tucker Fitzgerald and 2 more

OrganizationAlpha Delta Pi“The sorority being honored for its 175th anniversary.”Map →

OrganizationRonald McDonald House“Charitable organization partnered with Alpha Delta Pi.”Map →

PersonEugenia Tucker Fitzgerald“Founder of the sorority.”Map →

locationWesleyan Female College“Founding location of the sorority in Macon, Georgia.”Map →

PersonVirginia Foxx“U.S. Representative from North Carolina who delivered the speech.”Map →

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