Brothers Inspiring Brothers Since 1969

It all started in 1969, when Jack Fishman read about a Rock-A-Thon at East Carolina University that had raised over $900 for the March of Dimes. Soon, Fishman and rocker Gary Panitz spearheaded a campaign that would raise $3205.29 for the March of Dimes. 56 years and over one million dollars raised later, we still rock every other April.

Dedicated to Change

Cancer affects everyone. No matter who you are, how fortunate you may be, or how you live your life–cancer doesn’t discriminate. That’s why we are so proud to support the American Cancer Society.

What is Mizzou Rock-A-Thon?

Rock-A-Thon is a fundraiser organized by AEPI Mizzou in partnership with the American Cancer Society every other April. One brother sits in a rocking chair for 63 hours straight (downtown Columbia, MO), while the rest of the chapter collects donations throughout Columbia. The event began in 1969, and has since raised over $1,000,000 for the American Cancer Society. In 2023, AEPI Rock-A-Thon raised over $190,000 for head, neck, and brain cancer research. This year we’re supporting pancreatic cancer research with a goal of $200,000. Please Click Here for more information on pancreatic cancer!