APRIL 10 DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANT APPLICATIONS  
Thanks to our generous donors, we are able to fund scholarships and need-based educational grants that help our sisters pay tuition and reduce their student debt. These scholarships and grants are awarded to collegiate and alumnae sisters based on the applicant's scholastic record. Applications are available online and are due April 10.  
 
           
   
FOUNDATION FUNDS NEW LEADERSHIP PROGRAM LAUNCHED AT LC
During Phi Sigma Sigma's Leadership Conference (LC), Feb. 24 - 26, in Arlington, Va., Foundation President Dr.  Aggie Malter introduced the launch of Phi Sigma Sigma's 'What Would Fay Do,' a life skills program funded by the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation.  Designed to develop, promote, and support the mastery of key life skills - including communication, collaboration and cultural competence - this program aligns with our goal to develop strong, confident, smart, and contributing members of society.
       
 
 
FEATURED CHAPTER EDUCATIONAL FUND SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
Sheela Joles
Iota Alpha Chapter at Saginaw Valley State University
 
"It's very significant to me that I witnessed and worked with my chapter to establish the Iota  Alpha Chapter Educational Fund and I am its first scholarship recipient. Being the recipient of this scholarship has definitely eased the pains of student debt and allowed me to focus on my studies."  Read Sheela's story.




HOW TO START A CHAPTER EDUCATIONAL FUND
Chapter Educational Funds (CEFs), as approved by the Foundation, may be established by a collegiate chapter for any educational purpose in accordance with IRS regulations, with the primary focus on scholarships awarded to deserving initiated members of the chapter, including alumnae pursuing graduate degrees. Read more about how to start a CEF. 
 
 
PI CHAPTER CHAMPIONS BACKPACK BUILD
In partnership with our Pi Chapter at Syracuse University, a gift of $10,000 was made to the Kids in Need Foundation. The chapter used their Chapter Educational Fund (CEF) gift to support a Kids in Need Foundation backpack build. The Pi Chapter built almost 450 backpacks filled with essential school supplies for all of the students at Clary Middle School in Syracuse, N.Y. We are very proud of the efforts of our Pi Chapter to help Syracuse children in need.
   
REMINDER - SUBMISSION DATES APPROACHING FOR CHAPTER SUPPORT OF FOUNDATION 
Since 1969, chapters have raised tax-deductible donations for the Foundation to directly benefit Phi Sigma Sigma sisters through leadership programming, scholarships and need-based educational grants, and more recently, compassion grants for those facing catastrophic events. These funds also support disaster relief worldwide and facilitate volunteer projects in our local communities to help the disadvantaged achieve readiness for school and college entrance.
  • April 23 - Collegiate Chapter Giving Submission Date
  • April 23 - Alumnae Chapter Giving Submission Date
For questions or to request an extension to the deadline noted above, a chapter should contact their chapter services team representative.


 
 
About the Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation:
The Phi Sigma Sigma Foundation was established in 1969 as the official charitable arm of Phi Sigma Sigma Fraternity. The Foundation's mission is to cultivate relationships, secure and provide financial resources for Phi Sigma Sigma sisters to achieve excellence, impact their communities, and change the world. To learn more about the Foundation, visit  http://www.phisigmasigmafoundation.org.