Is my donation tax deductible?
The Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. Gifts to the Delta Gamma Foundation are tax deductible in the United States as allowed by law. Call our Foundation Accountant at 800-644-5414 to request our Federal Identification Tax ID number.
How is my donation used?
Unrestricted gifts to the Foundation help support all of the wonderful programs that Delta Gamma offers. This includes scholarships, graduate fellowships, interest-free student loans, Service for Sight grants for organizations that share our mission, leadership and educational programming, assistance to members in crisis and much more! Your donations enable the Foundation to impact the lives of our members and ensure that Delta Gamma remains a leader among the Greek world. Our motto since 1873 is to “Do Good".
Do you accept credit cards?
Yes, the Foundation accepts VISA, MasterCard and American Express.
What is Delta Gamma’s international philanthropy?
Service for Sight has been at the heart of Delta Gamma’s philanthropic mission since 1936. The Delta Gamma Foundation has given over $2.8 million in Service for Sight grants to organizations and schools that share our mission.
How do I make a planned gift?
You can make a planned gift in several ways, the most common being a bequest in a will. Contact the Director of Planned Giving at 800-644-5414 for more information. You can also visit the Planned Giving Web site for detailed information on how to make a planned gift during your lifetime.
How do I endow a scholarship or graduate fellowship?
An endowed undergraduate scholarship, awarded annually in perpetuity, can be established for $25,000. A biennial award can be funded for $12,500. An endowed graduate fellowship, awarded annually in perpetuity, can be established for $62,500. A biennial award can be funded for $31,250.
E-mail plannedgiving@deltagamma.org with any questions.
Do you accept matching gifts from companies?
Yes! With a matching gift, you can double or even triple your donation! Ask your employer about their matching gift program today.
How do I join the Rose Circle?
You can join the Rose Circle by donating a total of $1,000 or more in one fiscal year, July 1 – June 30.
There are four Rose Circle annual levels:
Circle of Vision: $10,000 and above
Circle of Inspiration: $5,000-$9,999
Circle of Hope: $2,500-$4,999
Circle of Sisterhood: $1,000-$2,499
E-mail loyaltyfund@deltagamma with any questions.
How do I make a gift in honor or memory of someone?
Donate online; call the Foundation at 800-644-5414; or mail this downloadable form (PDF) to us.
Can I set-up a monthly giving option?
Yes! Complete this form (PDF) to enroll in the Loyalty Fund Monthly Giving Program.
Questions? E-mail loyaltyfund@deltagamma.org or call 800-644-5414.
How can I check my giving record?
Call 800-644-5414 or e-mail dgfoundation@deltagamma.org with your full name, Chapter of Initiation and address; we can look it up for you!
Where do I send my Labels for Education?
Collect them in bundles of 100 and mail them to:
Labels for Education Program Chairman
15815 Kersten Ridge Drive
Chesterfield, MO 63017-8724
Where can I donate eyeglasses?
Indiana Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center
333 Lake Street, Upland, IN 46989
www.lionsclubs.org/EN/content/vision_eyeglass_indiana.shtml
Canadian Lions Eyeglass Recycling Center
Box 1530 Station T, Calgary, Alberta T2H 3A3 CANADA
http://www.clerc.ca
New Eyes For The Needy, Inc.
549 Millburn Ave. PO Box 332, Short Hills, NJ 07078
http://www.neweyesfortheneedy.org
I’m blind or visually impaired—how can I get help?
E-mail the Foundation Director: Service to find local resources that may be helpful to you.
revisions by SHK Wednesday, January 06, 2010