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Attention!
Greek life! Of course, you were already part of a close knit group of people simply because you were a student at Lyon (Arkansas) College, but you also chose to make even stronger, life-lasting friendships by choosing to go Greek.
It’s hard to put into words the experience of Greek life. Unless you were a part of it, there’s no way to describe it and do it justice. For all of you who did experience Greek life, simply seeing your letters—ΤΚΕ, ΚΣ, ΑΞΔ, ΦΜ, or ΖΒΤ—says everything.
We know your connection with your fraternity brothers and sorority sisters is still strong. We hope your connection to Lyon is as well. And with that, we issue this—a Lyon College Greek Challenge!
Why you?
Lyon needs you, both as an alum and as a former Greek. We need you as an alum because your participation in donating to the College shows that you believe in the College. And when we apply for grants from foundations, those foundations look at who believes in us. When they see that we have a strong percentage of alumni support they are more apt to grant us money. We also need you as former Greeks because you exemplify loyalty to the utmost degree, the kind of loyalty that will inspire others to help Lyon.
The Challenge
Participation. This challenge will gauge which Greek organization can generate the greatest percentage of participation among its members, both alumni and current students. The organization with the highest giving percentage will win the Lyon College Legacy Cup, which will be awarded at the 2018 Homecoming Game.
The Reward
In addition to the Legacy Cup, there are more lasting rewards. By boosting alumni participation, you strengthen the value and reputation of a Lyon degree and preserve the college for future students.
Future students will come to Lyon for an education but will leave with an experience. Your involvement in this challenge can greatly enhance these students’ experiences. First, you make a Lyon education possible for some students who could not otherwise afford it. Second, you encourage students to become involved with activities such as Greek life, and stay involved long after they receive their diplomas.
Now…
Will you accept this challenge to participate? Will your fraternity or sorority be the one to win the 2018 Legacy Cup? Will you make a lasting difference in the lives of future Lyon students?
We’re eager to see…so let’s begin!
How will the winner of the Greek Challenge be determined?
At the end of June, the Greek organization with the most points will win the Greek Challenge. This year, each Greek organization will earn points in the following ways.
Each fraternity/sorority will earn points according to their organization's participation rate:
60% or better — 40,000 points
50% — 20,000 points
40% — 10,000 points
30% — 5,000 points
20% — 2,000 points
10% — 1,000 points
1% — 500 points
Addiitonally, points will be awarded for the total dollar amount the organization raises:
$10,000 — 10,000 points
$7,500 — 5,000 points
$5,000 — 2,500 points
$2,500 — 1,000 points
$1,000 — 500 points
$500 — 250 points
$250 — 100 points
$100 — 50 points
Each donor will earn 1 point per dollar given in the Greek Challenge for their fraternity/sorority.
First-time donors will earn an additional 150 points for their Greek organization with their first gift.
The donor who gives the most will earn 10,000 bonus points for their Greek organization.
Is my contribution tax-deductible?
Yes! All philanthropic contributions to us are tax-deductible as prescribed by law.
Will I receive a receipt for my contribution?
Yes! We will send you a receipt for your contribution shortly after you make your gift.
When will my credit card be charged?
Your credit card is charged immediately upon finalizing your gift on the site.
Who should I contact with questions about my contribution?
Call 870-307-7557 or email gina.garrett@lyon.edu.
