Philanthropy & Service
Giving Back
Through Fish Fest, our charity concerts, and the Fishman 5K, we honor the memory of our brother Matt Fishman.
Supporting the Matt Fishman Scholarship through music and community
Run, walk, or cheer
2nd Annual Fishman 5K
A day along the Charles. A lasting difference in Matt’s memory.
Join Alpha Kappa Sigma and RACE Cancer Foundation for a scenic 5K run/walk through Herter Park. Bring friends and family for a flat route along the Charles River, surrounded by fall foliage.
All proceeds support the Matt Fishman Scholarship, helping aspiring young musicians whose lives have been affected by cancer or other medical hardships.
- When
- Where
Herter Park / Artesani Playground
1275 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA
- Race day
- Number pick-up: 1:30–2:15 p.m.
Run: 2:30 p.m. · Walk: 2:32 p.m.
Free commemorative T-shirts for the first 100 entrants.
Fish Fest IV
Results coming soon
Thank you to everyone who supported Fish Fest. We’ll share the updated fundraising and attendance figures once they are confirmed.
Community service
More ways to get involved
Join us for the Fishman 5K, explore our past service highlights, and learn about the partner organizations helping us make a difference.
The Matt Fishman Scholarship
Honoring our brother's memory through music and supporting students impacted by cancer.
Matt Fishman Scholarship
In Memory of Matt Fishman (2001-2024)
The Matt Fishman Scholarship supports high school students pursuing music—either as performers or composers—who have been impacted by cancer or another medical hardship, either personally or through a family member. Matt passed away in August 2024 at the age of 23 after a courageous 2-year battle with Glioblastoma.
Matt was a brother of Alpha Kappa Sigma who embodied the spirit of kindred sympathy. Through Fish Fest, our Boiler Room-inspired charity concerts, we continue to honor his memory and passion for music.
Updated fundraising and attendance totals will be shared once confirmed. The figures below are historical results from Fish Fest I–III.
Fish Fest History
Fish Fest IV
Results coming soon
Fish Fest I (Boiler Room)
Spring 2024
Fish Fest II (Boiler Room)
Fall 2024
Fish Fest III (Boiler Room)
Fall 2025
Community Partners
RACE Cancer Foundation
A local charitable organization that administers the Matt Fishman Scholarship and supports cancer research and patient care.
Community Servings
A nonprofit providing medically tailored meals to individuals and families living with critical and chronic illnesses.
Little Sparks Project
An organization dedicated to inspiring creativity and providing educational opportunities for young people.
Service Events
From local volunteering to community-wide initiatives, see how we give back.
October 18, 2025200h volunteered
Fish Fest III
Our third annual charity concert featuring local DJs, raising funds for the Matt Fishman Scholarship.
October 20, 2024250h volunteered
Fish Fest II
Record-breaking event with 900 guests, raising over $22,000 for the Matt Fishman Scholarship.
September 15, 202580h volunteered
Community Servings Volunteer Day
Brothers volunteered at Community Servings, preparing meals for those in need across the Boston area.
April 15, 2024150h volunteered
Fish Fest I
The inaugural Fish Fest charity concert, starting a tradition of honoring Matt through music.
May 10, 202560h volunteered
RACE Cancer Foundation Event
Partnered with RACE Cancer Foundation for awareness and fundraising activities.
March 22, 202540h volunteered
Little Sparks Project Workshop
Hosted a creative workshop with Little Sparks Project, inspiring young minds through art and music.