Ways to Celebrate 175 Years of our Sisterhood
While Founders’ Day is May 15, all sisters are encouraged to celebrate mid May by spending time together and reflecting on our organizations accomplishments.
Here are some suggestions for how to spend the day:
Founders’ Day 2026 International Events
Thursday, May 7
10-year Ceremony and 25-year Ceremony • 7 p.m. EDT • Register Here
50-year Ceremony and 60-year Ceremony • 8 p.m. EDT • Register Here
Hosted by past Grand/International Presidents, these ceremonies will recognize our alumnae celebrating 10, 25, 50, and 60 years of membership in Alpha Delta Pi. All members are welcome to observe even if they are not participating in a ceremony.
Monday, May 11
Jewel Degree • 7 p.m. EDT • Register Here
This ceremony was established as an alumna degree to complete our Alpha Delta Pi ritual. Hosted by Grand Council, the degree is conferred upon graduating seniors or initiated members who have assumed alumna status. You may attend even if you’ve already participated.
There will be two ceremonies this evening: Spring 2026 graduates and young alumnae: 7:00–7:30 pm (EST) • All alumnae: 8:00–8:30 pm (EST). Please register for both on the same link above.
Friday, May 15
Day of Giving Begins • 9 a.m. EDT • Learn More
Each year on May 15, our Foundation has celebrated Founders’ Day with our annual Day of Giving. Join ADPi sisters, friends, and family as we come together and combine our individual philanthropic power to help our sisters coast to coast by supporting emergency grant funds, scholarships, leadership education, hazing prevention, mental wellness programs, and historic preservation.
Founders’ Day Ceremony • 1 p.m. EDT • Click here to join!
A short ceremony will be hosted by International President Dawn Victor-Herring in a virtual recognition of May 15, 1851, the date of our founding. This celebration serves as an occasion to reunite Alpha Delta Pi members of all ages.
Saturday, May 16
Day of Giving Ends • Noon EDT • Learn More
Founders’ Day 2025 Local and Regional Events
Founders’ Day is a time to celebrate sisterhood and traditions, honor graduating seniors, welcome back alumnae, and enjoy being an ADPi. Alumnae remember their college experience, collegiate members share their experiences, and everyone can be included. Does your chapter or alumnae association have plans for Founders’ Day this year? Whether you are planning an in-person gathering, a virtual celebration, or something else with just a sister or two, we want you to celebrate.
Additional events will be added as they are submitted! Email alumnae@alphadeltapi.com for more information.
Founders’ Day Merchandise
Check out The 1851 Shop for Founders’ Day!
