Black and Gold Society
What is the Black and Gold Society?
The Black & Gold Society is a leadership annual giving society for Sigma Nu alumni, parents, and friends to join to support, protect, strengthen, and advance Sigma Nu Fraternity. Supporter gives a gift of at least $1,000 or more each calendar year ($84/month) to the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation.
Why join the Black and Gold Society?
By joining the Black & Gold Society, and by renewing your membership each year, you can make a powerful, lasting statement about the value of investing in Sigma Nu Fraternity. As collegians, each one of us benefited from the service and sacrifice of brothers who came before us. We need to develop this type of leader more than ever. LEARN MORE >
What are the benefits and levels of the Black and Gold Society?
When you join the Black & Gold Society, you become an active part of Sigma Nu's pursuit of "Excelling with Honor" by providing resources to protect, strengthen and advance our Fraternity. As a Black & Gold Society Member, you will enjoy perks and opportunities. The Black & Gold Society gifts also count toward Lifetime Giving Society levels and benefits. LEARN MORE >
Black & Gold Society FAQ's
Q: What kind of impact does the Black & Gold Society make for Sigma Nu?
A: The brothers who make up Black & Gold Society are the "Rock" upon which excellence is built for Sigma Nu Fraternity. Gifts from Black & Gold Society members are put to work for the greatest priorities of the Fraternity based on the strategic plan. This support allows us to protect, strengthen, and advance Sigma Nu.
Q: What is the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation?
A: It is the organization that is responsible for securing gifts to meet the mission and vision of Sigma Nu Fraternity. As a 501(c)(3) organization, gifts to the foundation are tax-deductible.
Q: How do I become a member of the Black & Gold Society?
A: You can become a member by giving online, over the telephone, or through the mail at the $1,000+ giving level.
Q: How long does membership last in the Black & Gold Society?
A: Membership is for a calendar year.
Q: Do Corporate Matching Gifts count toward Black & Gold Society membership?
A: Yes, they count toward the $1,000 gift total. All matching gifts need to be in by the end of the calendar year.
Q: How can I pay my Black & Gold Society Membership?
A: You can pay your Black & Gold Society membership either through a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, or annual gift. Just set up your gift payment ahead of time with your credit card.
Q: When will I receive the benefits associated with Black & Gold Society membership?
A: You begin to receive benefits once you join until the end of the calendar.
Q: Do Black & Gold Society gifts count toward Sigma Nu Lifetime Giving Society levels?
A: Yes, Black & Gold Society gifts count toward the Lifetime Giving Society levels.
Q: What are the different levels and benefits of the Black & Gold Society?
A: As a Black & Gold Society Member, you will enjoy:
- Updates from the Regent of the Fraternity and the Executive Director of Sigma Nu Fraternity to share important news about the Fraternity's programs, people, and progress.
- Invitation to a webinar each year with a notable Sigma Nu alumnus.
- Recognition as a Black & Gold Society member in our annual Honor Roll of Donors, on the Sigma Nu Educational Foundation webpage, and in The Delta magazine.
For questions about Black & Gold Society, please contact:
Hayden Pilcher, Director of Advancement, Sigma Nu Educational Foundation, hayden.pilcher@sigmanu.org: (540) 319-3642
How can I serve as a Black and Gold Society ambassador?
You can help recruit other alumni to join the Black & Gold Society by becoming a Black & Gold Society Ambassador. In this role, you have the opportunity to have an immediate impact and move our Fraternity forward. LEARN MORE >
Why do alumni support the Black and Gold Society?
Hear from three alumni on how their experience with Sigma Nu Fraternity shaped them into the men they are today. LEARN MORE >