2021 Outstanding Philanthropist Award: Donald and Cheri De Jong
Indianapolis, August 2, 2021 – “Leading by example and investing personal effort and resources defines outstanding philanthropy, which Donald exemplifies daily,” nominators said.
It is for...
2023 Outstanding Philanthropist: Julie Whitney Dawson
Indianapolis, July 20, 2023 – With an unwavering dedication to women’s education and empowerment, Julie Whitney Dawson continues to give generously to ensure the...
Ashley VanDewark Becomes First-Ever NIC Foundation Executive Director
Indianapolis, June 4, 2018—Director of NICF Programs and Services Ashley VanDewark assumed the role of NIC Foundation Executive Director effective June 1. She joined...
2024 Industry Survey Insights & Trends
The Foundation for Fraternal Excellence has been conducting an annual industry survey of its members since the early 1990s. This benchmarking initiative gathers and...
Industry Survey Analysis: Donor Retention Comparison
Each year, FFE conducts the Industry Survey – which provides insights that directly reflect the fraternal fundraising industry. Let’s look at donor retention comparisons between...
Stephen “Tio” And Janell Kleberg To Receive 2018 NICF Outstanding Philanthropist...
Indianapolis, July 12, 2018—Stephen “Tio” and Janell Kleberg of Kingsville, Texas, are 2018 recipients of the North-American Interfraternity Conference Foundation’s (NICF) Outstanding Philanthropist Award...
Program Profile: Delta Gamma’s Chapter Giving Connects With Local “Service For...
Delta Gamma’s collegiate chapters continue to be the Foundation’s largest fundraisers collectively raising $2.38 million last year. Yet, chapters were seeking a way to...
Pat And Ed Evans To Receive 2018 NICF Outstanding Philanthropist Award
Indianapolis, July 12, 2018—Pat and Ed Evans of Auburn, Alabama, are 2018 recipients of the North-American Interfraternity Conference Foundation’s (NICF) Outstanding Philanthropist Award in...
Beyond Traditional Fundraising: How Fraternal Organizations Adapt to Shifting Donor Trends
Allegiance Group + Pursuant stands at the forefront of innovation, empowering nonprofits with cutting-edge, tech-led marketing and fundraising solutions. With a legacy of decades...
2020 Outstanding Philanthropist: Jerry and Linda Gregg Fields
Indianapolis, July 24, 2020 – For more than 15 years, Jerry and Linda Gregg Fields have been strong advocates, investors and champions for the...











